In May, Tyler, The Creator released IGOR. The release was teased with with short clips of Tyler, The Creator performing songs from the album wearing bright colored suits while rocking a blond wig. Unclear about the aesthetic, but I was into it. And thus it prompted another Halloween idea – another nod to a Hip-Hop … Continue Reading
The Us Jumpsuit Jordan Peele had me stress eating popcorn in early March with the release of Us. Who knew “I Got Five On It” could be so creepy? To boot, Lupita was EVERYTHING! So what better way to show appreciation for the film and star than to make a costume? I love making jumpsuits, … Continue Reading
PYNK like the inside of your… I could go on and on about how I made the pants, but… Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween! 2021 Update: I hope to give this costume another whirl given some of the lessons I learned making this costume. In the meantime, if you are interested in making this costume keep scrolling! Finally finished my Halloween Costume! I have a habit of picking costumes most folks don’t recognize, but surprisingly I had … Continue Reading
Halloween came and went so quickly – so quickly that I didn’t finish my Randy Watson costume! I worked with my friend to finish the suit jacket, the final intricate piece that would bring my costume together, but it was too late. I had to prepare for my flight to Las Vegas for Halloween shenanigans. … Continue Reading
It is that time of year. The seasons are changing; the cool fall winds are blowing through your neighborhood, U.S.A, dancing with marigold and orange leaves in the street. But you can scratch all that, round these parts it is hot as hell. Yesterday it had to be more than 80 degrees. Sometimes folks rock … Continue Reading
I am an avid hip-hop listener, some would say, a hip-hop head, who loves to sew. I am orginally from SoCal and now call the Bay Area home. I spend more money on concerts and fabric than groceries. I write about music I love and the songs that inspire many of my design choices. Read more →
