Hello, I’m Makyla!
Hi, I’m Makyla. I’m so glad you’re here! I’m an ex-fashion buyer turned homemaking enthusiast. For more than 15 years, I’ve pursued my passion for sewing and found joy in sharing my knowledge with others. Through tutorials, advice, tips, and recipes, I strive to inspire and encourage others to embrace their own creativity and create beauty in their homes.
About MakylaCreates.com
Makylacreates.com is a website that provides a wealth of resources for anyone interested in slowing down and living a more intentional life. Founded in 2020, this site offers thoughtfully designed sewing patterns, tutorials, tips and encouragement for simple, intentional living.
The goal of Makylacreates.com is to make homemaking skills accessible to everyone and to encourage people to experience the joy and satisfaction that come from creating something beautiful with their own hands.
My website provides easy-to-follow instructions, beautiful images, and helpful guides so you can live your most wholesome life.
About Makyla
I have always been a creative person. From a young age, I experimented with almost every craft and hobby known to man! This love for creating has led me to my current homemaking, slower-paced lifestyle, where I can explore new skills that bring me joy in everyday life.
I first discovered my love for sewing and crafting when I was 12 years old, thanks to my parents, who gifted me my first sewing machine on Christmas. I was instantly hooked and began sewing little things like scrunchies. Later on, in high school, I started sewing my own clothes, and that’s when my passion for fashion design and sewing truly blossomed.
In 2010, I opened my Etsy shop selling watermelon print overalls and shorts, which became an instant hit. As a university student, I experimented with different fabrics and sewing techniques, making mistakes and learning from them along the way.
After completing my studies, I worked as a buyer in the fast fashion industry, but soon realised it wasn’t for me. I created MakylaCreates.com to share my creativity and homemaking journey with those who have similar interests.
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Featured Work
Where some of my work has been featured:
- AD It Yourself
- The Spruce
- Mollie Makes magazine
- Cricut NZ
For feature enquiries or sponsorships please contact Makyla at [email protected].
New to Makyla Creates?
Let me show you around so you can start your journey to a simple, wholesome life.
Sewing
If you’re new to sewing and want to know how and where to start, check out these posts:
- Learn How to Sew -Ultimate Guide to Sewing for Beginners
- 16 Easy Sewing Projects for Absolute Beginners!
- Sewing Practice Sheets
If you’re an experienced sewer looking for your next project, check out these tutorials:
Slow & Simple Living
New to simple living? Check out these inspiring posts to start slow:
- Homemaking Guide for Beginners
- Natural Cleaning 101 – Eco Cleaning Guide
- Ultimate Thrifting Guide for Your Home {11 things to buy}
Are you looking for new natural cleaning and beauty recipes to try?