Stories

As someone who always carries a water bottle around (because staying hydrated is a must), I’ve come to realize that it’s more than just a personal habit – it’s a...

The Drawstring Bag Experiment: A Lesson in Creative Impulses

A spontaneous weekend project turns into a fun and chaotic crafting journey, where lessons are learned through creative missteps and the joy of exploring shines through.

Sew Random: A Glimpse Inside Our Creative Chaos

Our little studio is indeed a little space because it's a home studio. This tiny space is at the heart of our cozy home in Jakarta and is the home...

Early Days, Epic Ways: The Beginnings That Built Chaotic Projects

We would never forget our firsts. Be it first love, first heartbreak, first job, first house – each of these firsts hold a special place in our lumpy brain and...

The Joy of Discovery: Embracing Spontaneity in Creativity

Recently, I embarked on a creative adventure that was quite out of character for me. As someone who tends to overthink and meticulously plan every detail, I decided to go...

The Fabric of Reality: From Pixels to Patterns

Let's be honest, sometimes I wonder if my job description should just be "professional copy composer." As a UX writer, my days are a whirlwind of crafting helpful copy, conducting user...

Fabric, Scissors, and a God Complex: The Power of Making

Ever had that moment where you finished making something, and a wave of pride washes over you? Whether it's baking a perfect cake or fixing a broken chair, that feeling...

Thread Carefully: How Sewing Untangled My Brain

Remember how everyone went wild for sourdough at the start of the pandemic? Baking bread seemed to unlock some hidden skill in folks who'd never ventured past instant noodles. Well,...

Planning the Unplanned: Learnings from Sewing in Bulk

This month is full of sewing in bulk. I've been preparing my first (ever) offline market on 17th Dec, so since last month I've been pretty groggy on how to...