About Robin

Robin is a seamstrix who began by hand-sewing their own clothes after their gender journey made it difficult to find commercially-produced clothing which would fit them. They want to dress like a medieval squire in modern textiles, and set out to fill their closet with costume patterns turned into everyday clothing. Once their wardrobe expanded enough that their desire to sew outpaced their need for new pieces, they started sewing clothes for friends and family, and now take a limited number of commissions for custom work.

A close-up of three leather-backed buckles on a flannel coat patterned with orange and red autumn leaves on a white background. The buckles are shaped like black and gold spades or hearts, the leather behind them is a pale brown heading towards tan.


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