Journal
Stories from the atelier
On making, fabrics, slow fashion and life as a one-woman label in Middelburg.
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News, news, news!
What was in that envelope? A letter to you: as of 1 July 2027 I'm closing the physical ZWAAN shop. ZWAAN itself carries on!
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Finally, an update!
Married, became a mum and back in the shop: a personal update on my 2025, ZWAAN minis made from scraps, and my plans.
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The Basic sweater, unchanged for over 6 years
Unchanged for over 6 years and still a favourite. Yet something about the Basic sweater is changing: I'll explain what, and why.
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Some new insights… after almost 2 years with my own shop!
Almost two years with my own shop: an honest post about ups and downs, seasons that no longer add up, taking time to rest and the loveliest customers.
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Made of Mess March 2023
A new one of a kind or limited piece every day in March, made from offcuts, old shirts and deadstock. Here's how Made of Mess month works!
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ZWAAN gift card
Looking for the perfect gift? Meet the new ZWAAN gift card, with an illustration by Sanne Boerma, a handmade envelope and an amount of your choice.
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(Another) update from my shop
A personal update from the ZWAAN store in Middelburg: how things are going, an expo in the shop, Fair Shopping Day and what's coming next.
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An update from my shop: ZWAAN store
The ZWAAN store has been open for a month! A personal update on my first month with a shop and studio in Middelburg, lessons learned, giveaways and what's next.
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Made of Mess March
Every weekday in March, a new Made of Mess piece online at 12 noon: unique items made from fabric scraps, from XS to XXL.
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Spotlight: the Made in Zeeland sweater
A new sweater design: nice and oversized, with a roomier neckline and a stamped label. And truly made in Zeeland, in my own studio.
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Alles Anders: the collection
A whole collection made only from leftover fabric: Alles Anders, autumn/winter 2021-22. Five drops, each with its own colour palette, full of one of a kinds.
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This year's donation: are you in?
This year I'm supporting Jyoti Fairworks and their sewing centre in Londa, India. €7 feeds a family for ten days, and you could win a prize.
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Dressed
Timeless, cosy yet festive dresses for the holiday season. I'll show you different ways to wear them, with plenty of photos for inspiration.
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A peek into the studio
On Instagram I share all the details: new fabrics, pieces in progress and a look behind the sewing machine.
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