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  • Silk Velvet Luxury
    by Kathryn Brenne

    Silk velvet has a wonderful hand and drape. Previously thought of as an eveningwear fabric, velvet is now used by designers in daytime wear as well. It is perfect for soft trousers, drapey ... (read more)

    Mud Silk Adventures
    by Kathryn Brenne

    Mud Silk has been produced in the Guangdong Province of China since the Ming Dynasty. Using natural resources of sun, water and silt from the river, the Chinese have perfected a technique ... (read more)

    A Luxurious Silk Tee
    by Kathryn Brenne

    ...I had an idea to combine a woven silk print remnant from a previous project with 100% silk jersey to make a luxurious, couture T-shirt. The result is the perfect garment to wear ... (read more)

    A Special Occasion Embroidered Mesh Dress
    by Kathryn Brenne

    A beautiful embroidered mesh fabric inspired this over the top dress that can be worn two different ways. Perfect for a special occasion, ... (read more)

    Ruffles, from Runway to Ready-to-wear
    by Kathryn Brenne

    Spring always seems to bring pretty, feminine styles and this season is no exception with ruffles trending from runway to ready-to-wear. ... (read more)

    Stretch Denim Ponte Trousers
    by Kathryn Brenne

    After completing my new unlined jacket I wanted a pair of trousers that would be equally comfortable. I came up with something that is dressier than leggings, in between a yoga pant and a stretch jean. ... (read more)

    An Unlined Jacket for Comfort and Style
    by Kathryn Brenne

    A few years ago I made a dressy unlined knit jacket for my husband, which he absolutely loves. I've been wanting to make myself a similar jacket for travel and more ... (read more)

    Diving into Scuba
    by Kathryn Brenne

    Scuba/neoprene knit fabrics have become very popular in the past few years. Available in different weights and fiber contents, scuba/neoprene fabrics typically have a ... (read more)

    Falling for Faux
    by Kathryn Brenne

    With my reputation as a leather expert, I was a little hesitant when Linda asked if I would consider writing an article about working with faux leather. (read more)

    Perfect Jeans
    by Kathryn Brenne

    I have always loved the color red. It makes people happy. It is the color of energy, passion, love and joy. I also love the red stretch denim carried by EOS and I especially love my new jeans! (read more)

    Show Some Legging!
    by Kathryn Brenne

    Emma One Sock has so many beautiful colors of 11 oz jersey and 14 oz jersey to choose from, making it is easy to construct your own leggings to coordinate with any outfit. (read more)

    Sewing Heaven in North Bay, Ontario
    by Linda Podietz

    As many of you know, Kathryn Brenne has been writing sewing tutorials for EOS for several years now. She is a master sewist... (read more)

    Vogue 9114 in Botanical Linen
    by Kathryn Brenne

    With botanical prints being so popular this season, it is easy to see why this EOS linen print is a best seller! This beautiful watercolor floral... (read more)

    A New Take on GUIPURE LACE
    by Kathryn Brenne

    Since lace has been such a huge trend this year, I chose this stunning Guipure lace to make a skirt to wear for a casual evening out with my husband ... (read more)

    Techno-Plaid Summer Dress, Vogue 1379
    by Kathryn Brenne

    This breezy Techno-Plaid Summer Dress was a surprising success! ... (read more)

    A Twirl Worthy Dress, Vogue 9117
    by Kathryn Brenne

    With a black tie event to attend recently, I needed a formal dress ... (read more)