The Grainline Blog

RTW inspiration for Willow Tank: white sleeveless scoop neck tank with relaxed fit, worn with black pants

Willow Swatches & Inspiration

Jen Beeman

One of our favorite things to talk about here in the studio is what we want to make! Jen, Lexi and I always have something cooking in our sketch books....

Willow Swatches & Inspiration

Jen Beeman

One of our favorite things to talk about here in the studio is what we want to make! Jen, Lexi and I always have something cooking in our sketch books....

Willow Tank and Dress in colorful abstract print and blue chambray, displayed with three Grainline Studio pattern envelopes

Our Newest Pattern: Willow!

Jen Beeman

We have been day dreaming in the studio of warm days at the lake, canoe trips and having night picnics at Millennium Park. And most importantly… what we are going...

Our Newest Pattern: Willow!

Jen Beeman

We have been day dreaming in the studio of warm days at the lake, canoe trips and having night picnics at Millennium Park. And most importantly… what we are going...

Person wearing a dark purple long-sleeved Hemlock Tee and black pants, posing next to a potted plant

Grainline Crew - Jen

Jen Beeman

So you all know Jen…. And as she is the original Grainline Studio crew member… captain if you will… We thought it would be fun to ask her a few...

Grainline Crew - Jen

Jen Beeman

So you all know Jen…. And as she is the original Grainline Studio crew member… captain if you will… We thought it would be fun to ask her a few...

Sprout Patterns x Grainline Studio collaboration: Stowe Bag and Archer Button Up patterns printed on custom Spoonflower fabric

Grainline Studio x Sprout Patterns

Jen Beeman

Please Note Sprout patterns has ceased operations since this post was published. Have you guys heard about Sprout Patterns yet? There have been some awesome projects popping up on blogs...

Grainline Studio x Sprout Patterns

Jen Beeman

Please Note Sprout patterns has ceased operations since this post was published. Have you guys heard about Sprout Patterns yet? There have been some awesome projects popping up on blogs...

Two drawstring pouches on white shiplap: a small neutral woven print and a larger navy and white ikat plaid

Cinch Pouch Tutorial

Jen Beeman

I can’t believe it’s already May and Mothers Day is next week! Jen and I made these cute little cinch pouches for our Moms. We are going to fill them...

Cinch Pouch Tutorial

Jen Beeman

I can’t believe it’s already May and Mothers Day is next week! Jen and I made these cute little cinch pouches for our Moms. We are going to fill them...

Back view of indigo denim Tamarack Jacket with cream and blue quilted star block appliqué, worn outdoors against a wood fence

Sew & Tell | Mia

Jen Beeman

We are all crushing on this Tamarack Jacket that Mia made. She went the extra mile and added a quilt block to the back! It’s so clever to tie that...

Sew & Tell | Mia

Jen Beeman

We are all crushing on this Tamarack Jacket that Mia made. She went the extra mile and added a quilt block to the back! It’s so clever to tie that...

Scout Tee pattern illustration with three fabric swatches: black with white cross print, dusty rose linen, and gray texture

Styling & Swatches | Scout Tee

Jen Beeman

We are just about to turn the corner into spring up here in the great north! Finally! I have been eyeing these adorb tees and am going to make something...

Styling & Swatches | Scout Tee

Jen Beeman

We are just about to turn the corner into spring up here in the great north! Finally! I have been eyeing these adorb tees and am going to make something...

Person holding up a large indigo and cream geometric quilt made from navy and light blue denim half-square triangles

Our Extracurriculars

Jen Beeman

Lately we have been wanting to share with you some of the projects we work on outside of the studio. We are all creatives here and are always working on...

Our Extracurriculars

Jen Beeman

Lately we have been wanting to share with you some of the projects we work on outside of the studio. We are all creatives here and are always working on...

Person in black sleeveless top and white pants seated on a wooden stool beside a monstera plant and woven basket

Grainline Crew | Sarah

Jen Beeman

A few weeks ago we introduced you to Lexi, and today I'm excited to have you get to know Sarah, our other new hire! Sarah joined the team back in...

Grainline Crew | Sarah

Jen Beeman

A few weeks ago we introduced you to Lexi, and today I'm excited to have you get to know Sarah, our other new hire! Sarah joined the team back in...

Person in a Linden Sweatshirt in light blue floral print French terry, standing beside hanging paper pattern pieces

Sew & Tell | Andreia

Jen Beeman

I’m in love with the fabric Andreia chose to make this Linden Sweatshirt. It’s the perfect pop of color to have for a rainy spring day. Wishing it was mine!...

Sew & Tell | Andreia

Jen Beeman

I’m in love with the fabric Andreia chose to make this Linden Sweatshirt. It’s the perfect pop of color to have for a rainy spring day. Wishing it was mine!...

Crafty Planner Podcast Episode 57 graphic with purple header and Jen Beeman portrait, text reads "Episode 57"

Crafty Planner Podcast Interview

Jen Beeman

A few weeks ago I had a chat with Sandi Sawa Hazlewood of the Crafty Planner Podcast and today our conversation is up on her site! I've been a fan...

Crafty Planner Podcast Interview

Jen Beeman

A few weeks ago I had a chat with Sandi Sawa Hazlewood of the Crafty Planner Podcast and today our conversation is up on her site! I've been a fan...

Charcoal grey cabled knit crewneck sweater with double moss stitch texture and vertical cable detail down the center front

Jen's 1st Quarter Knit Report

Jen Beeman

Hawser SweaterRavelry PostPattern: Hawser by Brooklyn TweedYarn: Brooklyn Tweed Shelter in Cast Iron I decided I needed to knit this sweater after seeing Erica's beautiful version back in February of...

Jen's 1st Quarter Knit Report

Jen Beeman

Hawser SweaterRavelry PostPattern: Hawser by Brooklyn TweedYarn: Brooklyn Tweed Shelter in Cast Iron I decided I needed to knit this sweater after seeing Erica's beautiful version back in February of...

Spring style inspiration: black top with white shorts, pink sandals, white block heel booties, and a black leather jacket

Sarah's Spring Wardrobe Inspiration

Jen Beeman

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 I am so excited that it’s spring! Seriously guys. I was so pumped to put together this style inspiration post. Spring for me...

Sarah's Spring Wardrobe Inspiration

Jen Beeman

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 I am so excited that it’s spring! Seriously guys. I was so pumped to put together this style inspiration post. Spring for me...