The Fold Line Blog

It's a corker of a week with a peek inside the latest Fibre Mood magazine, a look at the Atelier Jupe winter collection and a new pattern from Itch to Stitch that we suspect you will love. Don't miss the Edit, where we share the need-to-know details on the latest sewing pattern releases!

Are you considering adding a coat to your handmade wardrobe? If you've never sewn outerwear before the prospect can be a little daunting but believe me, if you can sew you absolutely can make a coat. We've shortlisted 10 easy coat sewing patterns that are ideal for making your first coat.

Set sail on a new sewing project with sailor-chic vibes and intricate details. A new Maison Fauve collection has dropped and I promise it will delight. There are two new wardrobe staples from Tessuti Fabrics and a Matchy Matchy set with vintage vibes.

Have you heard the news? The iconic sitcom Friends pilot aired 30 years ago on the 22nd of September 1994. To celebrate, we've highlighted 10 key looks from the early seasons and have selected pattern matches for them all. If you want to sew outfits inspired by Rachel, Monica or Phoebe, you will enjoy this blog post!

We've got some exciting things in store for you this week. From the Merchant & Mills pattern collab with Paynter whose short-run jackets sell out in minutes, to a double dose of the emerging trend for carpenters pants. It's an unmissable update.

Are you looking to expand your sewing skills and create a new wardrobe staple? Look no further! We've rounded up 10 different types of trousers with easy and intermediate sewing patterns options to browse. 

We've got an autumn-friendly update for you this week, with new patterns from Schittchen and Style Arc, plus a bag for beginners that will help you carry your groceries and is pretty giftable if you are looking ahead at handmade Christmas present ideas. ⁠

Fancy a tour around the Fashion + Textile Museum in London? I visited The Biba Story: 1964 - 1975 exhibition and have done a little write up about my trip - including pattern matches for some of my favourite pieces from this iconic display. It's a must for any Biba girl or wannabe Biba girl!

As we slide into September you might be thinking about sewing some smart staples for work - if so we have a collection you must check out. We also share a quick and easy mini project and a 1940s-inspired jacket that vintage lovers will adore. Pop on the Edit and let Kate take you through the new sewing pattern releases!

The seasonal shift is so close, you can feel it in the air. Autumn is on its way, so if you want to get a head start with your sewing, choosing a transeasonal essential is a good way to go. We're sharing six staple garments with sewing pattern ideas for autumn that are perfect for both beginners and beyond.

We didn't hit snooze on the Edit this Bank holiday weekend, we actually made it a bumper update! This week, Kate is taking you through new collections from Simplicity, McCall's and Fibre Mood as well as an excellent selection of indie patterns. Enjoy!

Catch up on some great stuff to read, watch and listen to while you sew this bank holiday weekend