I was late to the Marnie party. When the pattern first came out I thought "Nah, that's too flouncy for me". But I kept seeing so many different versions on Instagram and vlogs - double gauze ones which pretty tucks, giant poofy-sleeve and full-on ruffled cotton ones in cool '70s prints, tucked into high waisted jeans... And then I bought this fabric from Fabrics Galore at the Harrogate Knit and Stitch Festival - a beautifully soft, drapey viscose challis in this joyful Nerida Hansen print - and thought "That's the one!"

Based on my measurements, I cut out a straight size 5 but added 2" to the body length. I'm 5'7" tall. There are many panels in the body so you have to be super vigilant to make sure you add 2 inches to ALL the relevant panels - don't miss one! I didn't however add anything to the sleeves and glad I didn't 'cos, in my mind, the sleeves are a tad long. I did however replace the elastic with a very simple cuff binding - I'm not a fan of wrist elastic - I always get it too tight and I frequently like to push my sleeves up.

I chose to just do the shoulder ruffles but took my time and did French seams to ensure a long lasting finish on the delicate fabric. The neck binding looks so neat - really chuffed with that feature.

As always, the instructions are fantastic - so detailed, with clear photos for every step in the construction. I love the fact that there are so many options to personalise and choosing a different fabric can give a totally different look. Yes, some of the features are fiddly, but if you take it slow and choose your fabric wisely, then totally achievable.

Easy to follow pattern and came out perfect! I made it with oilcloth (first time using it for me).

I bought this pattern because I wanted a classic oversized shirt that I could layer over t-shirts and wear under jumpers that I could make time and time again. I made this version in a thrifted bed sheet, made special with some Pigeon Wishes buttons.

Based on my body measurements, particularly my hip measurement, I cut out a straight size 44 and it came out ok - I especially wanted an oversized 'boyfriend' type shirt. A bit big around the collar but I'm unlikely to wear it fully buttoned. The arms and body are a good length for me with no alterations. It has a slightly drop shoulder so easy to fit in that regard!

The pattern is really well drafted - I've since made it again in a vintage Liberty 'country cotton' (a gift from a friend clearing out her stash, somethings going back to the '70s) - and both times all the notches on the cuffs matched up e-x-a-c-t-l-y with the pleats and bound sleeve openings! Very satisfying. (NB - the sleeve openings are bound with a strip of bias not a full-on tower placket) I could claim it was my meticulously accurate sewing but I think it's actually due it being a quality pattern.

However the instructions are slightly simplified in places. There are some steps where you need to know what you're doing. The pockets have curved corners so that would be a bit fiddly for a beginner. In contrast, the sleeves are inserted on the flat before sewing up the sides and underarm which I always find easy and quick!

Will be interesting to see how it comes out in a drapey fabric, a viscose, or a lighter-weight voile or gauze for a summer cover-up. I will definitely be trying both as it was a quick, easy and satisfying sew.

This is also my second pair of Belleville jeans, made in an olive green cotton twill from Minerva. Based on my body measurements, I needed to grade from a size 12 at waist to size 16 on the hips. The instructions are great and in particular explain how to grade between different sizes of waist and hip - which, let's face it, is probably the most common fitting issue with jeans - and gives a detailed diagram and step by step instructions of where to redraw the lines on each pattern piece you need to adjust. Brilliant!
They're high waisted and feel close fitting around waist but comfortable. They have full pocket stays - i.e. the pocket bags extend right across the front and are secured into the zip fly - so give you lovely tummy support!
The instructions also include at each relevant stage when and where you would need to distress the fabric if you wanted to create the 'worn-in' look. Also brilliant! I've not used these instructions yet but would feel confident to try it another time.
I'm 5'7" so I also added 2" to length - 1" above knee and 1" below as there's a knee dart feature. The pattern pieces are very well drafted and have shorten/lengthen lines in 3 positions - in the rise, thigh and lower leg - so you have the flexibility to reduce or add length as necessary to suit your individual proportions.
After finishing, I did decide I need to also make a low seat adjustment and unpicked all the topstitching and back seam to scoop out a chunk from the back crotch seam. But so glad I did. I've still got a bit of excess fabric in the small of my back (see photos) so will take out 1/4" of back rise next time.
Love 'em! And have cut out another pair in Fabric Godmother leopard print denim already!

I love this pattern. It’s so well drafted, gives 3 looks in one dress (plus 3 more with the second sleeve design) and it looks very different in different fabrics. It’s a real pleasure to sew-up and to wear. This one is made in a crafting cotton. Not ideal for drape, but I love the print with its Cheetahs. I have 2 others and more planned.

I bought this pattern slightly on impulse and slightly on request: my kid was interested to have a trapper hat and I was curious to give it a try. The first one I made (denim and fleece, in blue and orange) was a very quick sew and very satisfying. I was able to make it with just fabrics I already had to hand, it doesn’t use much at all. Since then I’ve worn it pretty much every day and am really pleased with it - it keeps my ears warm, is useful when cycling, and is lightweight too.

The one for my kid took a bit longer to complete, because I was finishing another make first. The sherpa fleece from Merchant and Mills was also not the easiest to sew, despite following the tips on their social media about how to handle it - it really is very bulky when you sew two layers of fleece together, and sewing the lining to the hat is a particularly bulky step. Next time I will stick to the thinner fleece.

The pattern calls for you to make a buttonhole band with the self fabric, but I used a piece of buttonhole elastic which is considerably easier and I would recommend that substitution.

I am thinking of making a few more, as presents or for family wear, and perhaps also to give to a local good cause that is asking for donations of winter clothing.

I have made two of these shirts now, one as a bit of a test and then this one having learned from my mistakes earlier. This is a great pattern for a smarter, tailored type shirt - it doesn’t have darts for a slim fit, but it has options for good pockets, a separate button placket if you want it, and collar stiffeners plus button down collar, again if you want that. The one thing it didn’t have, which I needed to add, was French cuffs for cufflinks - that was quite easily done by paying close attention to a RTW shirt. (That’s the main bit that I got wrong on my first time of making, but it was quite easy to correct once I paid more attention to a proper example.)

I definitely recommend this pattern - you can of course make it in a more casual style fabric too, but it really repays a bit of nice fabric and careful focus on the detail.

Been on the lookout for some culottes or long shorts to wear following my impending knee replacement and this seemed to have the most good reviews. Reading other reviews I sized down by one size to a 10, to be honest I could even have cut an 8 and will do so next time. I'm 5 foot 2 and wanted a cropped length so removed about 10cm from the length. They came together quickly. I used a French terry in dusky pink and made the Tessuti Mandy Boat Tee to match in less than a day. A great casual outfit comfy to wear.

I adore this pattern! True to size.
Well cut and perfectly explained. An enjoyable quick sew, you can make it in a day! Planning many more for 2026. Looks great with a tshirt or a chunky knit.
Highly recommend

I chose this pattern for my first attempt at underwear. I had a little trouble understanding the instructions for gusset, but I watched the youtube video (didn't understand a word) but I could see what I needed to do.
wearer likes them.

Great casual sling bag made with scraps.

Admittedly it's on the fiddly end of intermediate but definitely worth the effort.

It took time to source a double ended zip and I didn't like the feel of the first webbing I bought online so had to wait to go out and buy another after the ice and snow eased up.

I like the size of the bag, not too big, not too small. I used leftover animal print denim and bought some cotton for the lining.

The dress was great to see but I found bagging out instructions for the bodice hard to follow so found a YouTube clip to fathom it out. It was quite long on me even after adjusting for height (I’m five foot). So far I have made it in polka dot cotton and also in linen. The linen was probably more suit than dress weight. I’m planning to remake in a lighter weight navy linen this year.

Lovely pattern and quite straight forward to make. I had to adjust the shoulders and add darts to the bust as I have narrow shoulders and a large bust. This is the third version I have made and loved it. Made it is gunmetal silver satin for pound a metre fabrics so it cost £6.99 plus £3.00 for the sewing cotton .The only mild criticism is that the leg split would be better with more fabric down each side of the slit to give a slightly wider hem.

This is a great pattern, an excellent opportunity to showcase favourite fabrics.
As with most Noodlehead pattern there are options, I went for the external pockets and the zip pockets. I amended the strap to suit me, so rather than just a shoulder bag the strap is adjustable and I can wear it either across the body or over the shoulder. I added in a long key fob too.

I made a full size version of this and then a week before a holiday I decided I need a new bag.
I'm a fan of Anna's pattern and this is another great one. There are a variety of options to choose from (not just large or small) including pocket types.
I used a laminated cotton (Bonnie and Camille) and while it's slightly trickier to work with than an upholstery it results in a hardwearing bag that has held up well.