A little trickier than it looks with the gathering yet still comes together quickly for a summery look. Quite a deep v-cut but overall a very forgiving pattern.

Another great pattern from Tessuti. This one came together really nicely, the pockets sit well in the dress and are neatly finished. I made this in a checked fabric for summer and I love it. The only alteration I made to the pattern was to lengthen it by 4 inches as I’m tall and I wanted it midi length. It is an easy pattern to lengthen or shorten as it is done at the hemline. The bodice is similar, being lengthened or shortened at the bottom seam. It has darts at the bust which gives the top some shape. I can fit a T-shirt underneath but equally like it without. I would recommend this pattern to beginners and experienced sewers. I see there is a sleeve expansion pack which I am seriously considering.

I have been waiting for the perfect pinafore pattern for ages, there have been a few released that came close but I’m weirdly picky when it comes to this style. Well I can’t wait no longer because TATB have absolutely smashed it.

Not only was this an absolute dream to sew but the final garment is gorgeous! I love how clean the facings make the neckline and armholes and the optional back adjuster which makes for the perfect fit.

The instructions are clear and easy to follow, I think even an adventurous beginner would be able to sew this and have a great time.

I love that it can be styled with base layers for colder weather or worn without for the summer months. I have already made 2 since buying that pattern and I will be making more.

I made a pair of Bob pants years ago and I had been meaning to revisit the pattern for a while. I’m so glad I finally got round to it. Not only did they sew up super quickly, but they’re so comfy and the fit is perfect.

The instructions are quite sparse, but this is typical of Style Arc patterns, and as long as you have already sewn up a couple elastic waist trousers then you don’t really need them.

I did raise the pockets up and inch because they sit quite low in the pattern but those were the only adjustments I made. The fit and length are perfect, I’ve already got another pair cut out.

This pattern was easy to put together and could be made either very dressy or casual, depending on the fabrics choice. I used two different fabrics for the sleeve and hem facings (satin), and love the flow of this top.

This is a lovely pattern which is extremely easy to put together. I did make alterations - forward shoulder, added bust darts and added length to the bodice and sleeve. Fabric was the subscription for The New Craft House - a beautiful headstock linen from Beyond Nine, and this pattern is a great dupe for their Miley top. Will be making this again very soon

These are great little labels for adding to your handmade items. I've used them on the side of the pocket and the orange ones went perfectly with the vintage fabric I used for this Wardrobe by Me Boxy Shirt

I actually love this pattern , I made the first pair - black - in a drapey tencel and cut as per my measurements. Absolutely fine to wear but slightly on the large size. Make number 2 was in denim and I sized down and took some width out of the legs - I much prefer this fit.
I thought the pattern instructions were good . These are some of my first attempts at a zip fly , so I did also find some sew along instructions on you tube , and happy with end results.
The fact that there is elastic at the back also gives some leeway if you are starting out with trouser making as I am.

I took advantage of a rainy day and made the Sewing Therapy tie dress out of a yellow and white checked gauze. It was so helpful to have the full tutorial on YouTube and I switched between that and the written instructions. I look forward to making another version in a washed linen I’ve had my eye on. I think it will drape beautifully.

I've been wanting to make a Dukke blouse since the pattern was first released, and I'm glad I've finally got around to it!

The pattern is relatively simple for a button-up blouse, and it came together reasonably quickly. I found the instructions to be clear and easy to follow. My only slight complaint would be that there were quite a few typos/mistakes (I was using the paper pattern), but thankfully it's still easy enough to understand what they're meant to say.

I made the size recommended for my measurements, and used the 7/8 length sleeves. I didn't make any fitting adjustments, and I'm happy with how the fit of the blouse turned out.

The fabrics I used for this blouse are yarn dyed cottons in the same colourway, but with checks on the front and back, and stripes on the sleeves and collar.

I ignored the buttonhole placement from the pattern and used more buttons and placed them in line with the checks – that just seemed to work better for this fabric.

I'm already keeping an eye out for fabric for a second version!

There are more photos and details on my blog here: https://nightingaleanddolittle.blogspot.com/2026/04/wardrobe-by-me-dukke-blouse.html

My second Atlas Overshirt in just 2 weeks!
I had leftovers of this pinstripe denim and played a game of tetris to get the pattern pieces to fit. I made use where possible of the different stripe directions and used a chambray (from the previous Atlas) for the under collar and back facing. I was a few inches short of one of the under sleeve pieces so lengthened it with a piece of pink denim.
I made style A with the button placket from style B.
This version is heavyweight compared to the chambray one and will be a great additional layer for cooler days.

I have found my new favourite blouse - the Wardrobe By Me Dukke blouse. I made the first one as a wearable toile in a cotton poplin - unintentional camouflage with my daughter’s bedroom wallpaper! The second in quick succession was in a lovely drapy twill fabric picked up from the swaps table at the Shropshire Sews sewing sewcial.

The pattern has a lovely Peter Pan collar , and some shaping at the back from a couple of darts that come down from the neckline. In both versions I took some off the length , and went for a full length sleeve in the black and white version, and more of a 3/4 sleeve in the floral.

Absolutely a pattern I would recommend, the instructions are clear and it comes together quickly.

Taylor trouser number 4 incoming. I've made these in twill (twice) and a 8oz(?) denim, these are in a heavier weight denim, I'd guess 10oz (but deadstock (Rainbow Fabrics) so no label.
I've not worn them much yet so they need to soften up but I feel like they will become another firm favourite.
Made view B, flat front, no pleat and with patch pockets.

As soon as I saw this pattern I knew it was for me. I have a Toast shirt from a clothes swap which is very similar in style and I love it, I've been searching for a pattern that meets the need and this is it.
It was straightforward to follow, I made this in a size 12, it comes up pretty loose and would be perfect for wearing a jumper underneath.
I'm not sure about the pockets on style B and how practical they would be however I'm happy with the chest patch pocket.
My next one is almost finished just need buttons.

Hopping on the Carnation Blouse trend. Based on the pattern measurements I made this in a size 12. The pattern is well written and I found it generally ok to follow. I did discover a youtube video sew along which I found really helpful, it added in a few extra tips such as gathering the sleeve head to ease it in: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IgeYM5slKQ
Made in a 'test' fabric, a long stashed Seasalt cotton lawn/voile, it's a lovely weight and worked well. Looking forward to making this again in another fabric.