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Jaq Cieslak

artist // patternmaker // dyke

📍 Oakland, California http://www.jaqcieslak.com

Meet Star Crossed

STAR CROSSED is a truly oversized pullover inspired by the stars, from the grand Polaris to each little twinkle in the night sky. The pattern is designed to work with a wide range of positive ease (8-18”), and the instructions include options for two neckline...

Alabama Chanin style MOH DRESS

I have been enamored with Alabama Chanin hand embellishment techniques since before I began sewing, and my sister’s wedding seemed like the perfect excuse to make something a little, well… extra. Linda picked a muted palette of bronze hues and neutrals...

Introducing the Rift Tee

Rift cracks open all your assumptions about what a “basic tee” pattern should be. This lightweight, bottom-up knit includes instructions for two necklines, optional bust darts, and a custom fit bicep...