journal entries

origami project bag- a perfect pattern for storing yarn, notions + tools

origami project bag- a perfect pattern for storing yarn, notions + tools

Thank you for being a part of the first-ever Philly yarn crawl. We developed a perfect pattern for storing yarn, notions and tools in collaboration with...

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our studio's 1 year anniversary

our studio's 1 year anniversary

Our studio and storefront is officially one year old! This past weekend was full of love, laughs, and treats as we connected with our friends...

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reflecting and giving back

reflecting and giving back

Modest Transitions was born from my alternative healing journey. To assist women seeking mental health support, we are collaborating with Unorthodox Therapy Inc. to help...

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up-cycle with patchwork

up-cycle with patchwork

These days, I look forward to hosting a zero-waste workshop where attendees will create their own patchwork tote bags. The one-day workshop will cover project...

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bonding over bundle dye

bonding over bundle dye

One day as I was working in the studio, my husband surprised me with flowers and lunch. Of course, I took time to smell the...

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our new dye garden

our new dye garden

I am so pleased to announce that Modest Transitions now has a farm! Yes, our very own farm, which is located in North Kensington! We...

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Bundle dye kit tutorial & magical reveals

Bundle dye kit tutorial & magical reveals

One of our most popular in-person workshops is botanical alchemy, bundle dyeing. I truly enjoy teaching this workshop because the expression of students when the...

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melanie owner of modest transitions

new year, new me!

I took a step back to review 2022 and everything that the year brought me: great blessings and painful lessons. We came a long way...

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