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Jan152021Jan 16 2021
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2020 Year in Review

by Lilly, in category year in review

It’s taken me a couple of weeks to figure out what I want to say about 2020. Previous year in review posts pale in comparison to this one and I’ve had some crazy years! The year started normal enough, but no one (except maybe Bill Gates) expected what would soon come. Unlike previous years, I… Read More

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Sep182020Sep 18 2020
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Black Tencel Twill Pietra Shorts

by Lilly, in category sewing

It’s been a summer of new silhouettes for me, first with my Sallie Maxi Dress and then my Charlie Caftan. In keeping on the Closet Core train, next up (and possibly my last make of the summer) was a pair of Pietra Shorts in a perfect black tencel twill bottom weight from Stylemaker Fabrics. I… Read More

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Aug292020Aug 29 2020
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Caftans and Cocktails: A Palm Print Charlie Caftan

by Lilly, in category sewing

Last year, I discovered the value of a good sewing challenge with the “Sew Bibs” challenge. It made me realize that deadlines motivate me to get sewing projects done. It’s also super fun to share your completed garment with a bunch of people sewing the same thing at the same time. Nowadays, anything that can… Read More

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Aug222020Aug 22 2020
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Pattern Testing: Grainline Studio Augusta Shirt

by Lilly, in category pattern testing, sewing

Back in April, I had the pleasure of pattern testing the Grainline Studio Augusta Shirt & Dress. This was early on in the pandemic, so while it was (and still is) a strange time, I remember it being a welcome distraction to have something else to focus on. Using pattern testers is a way for… Read More

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Aug52020Aug 5 2020
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Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles

by Lilly, in category pickling, preserving

The last few years, I have finally gotten growing cucumbers down to a science. Ever since we got some trees removed, the front yard gets plenty of sun now, so my yields overall have improved. With cucumbers specifically, I have gotten better at remembering to continually harvest, so that the plant keeps producing. What that… Read More

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Rake and Make is a Seattle, WA. based blog, so I’m gardening in the Pacific Northwest climate. I live with my husband, a dog, a cat, and a rotating cast of chickens. What started out as a gardening blog has grown to include all the things I like to make, whether it's gardening, cooking, or craft related. Please comment, subscribe, and follow me on social media!

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