The Fold Line Blog

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 6 APRIL

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 6 APRIL

    What a bumper update I have for your this week, team! We're welcoming Daisy Chain Patterns to the Fold Line family, sharing a double drop from Ready to Sew, Closet Core and Bijasson. If that wasn't enough, we've had a delivery from Kylie & the Machine!

  • TRENDING: BARREL LEG

    TRENDING: BARREL LEG

    Are you looking to increase your handmade trouser count? There is one trouser silhouette you will be unable to ignore this season - the barrel leg. Not all barrel legs are equal. Some are super exaggerated, while others are much sleeker. I cover all iterations in this top 10 barrel leg patterns round-up!

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 30 MARCH

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 30 MARCH

    I'll be taking you through newness from Tessuti and Maison Fauve, sharing a 'barrel-lite' leg trouser we all will want to sew this season and another banger from French Navy. Prepare to want to get busy on the machine!

  • SEW THE TRENDS: SPRING 25: PART 2

    SEW THE TRENDS: SPRING 25: PART 2

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 23 MARCH

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 23 MARCH

    ⁠What a line-up I have for you this week. First up is Atelier Jupes' spring/summer collection, followed by four patterns from Wardrobe by Me and a dreamy new design from Silversaga, and that's not all! You'll have to tune in to see the lot.

  • SEW THE TRENDS: SPRING 25: PART 1

    SEW THE TRENDS: SPRING 25: PART 1

    Spring trends are back! Check out our high street edit of the best looks to sew this spring.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 16 MARCH

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 16 MARCH

    I have some gems to share with you this week, including a satisfying-to-sew spring-ready top, an add-on to one of our all-time bestsellers and a collection for all the creative dressers in the house.

  • SEW FROM YOUR FABRIC STASH: SPRING BLOUSES

    SEW FROM YOUR FABRIC STASH: SPRING BLOUSES

    Do you have a fabric stash that is just waiting the right project to come along? Read on as we have shortlisted some great blouse options in different fabrics that will help you sew your stash.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 9 MARCH

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 9 MARCH

    ⁠Join me for an unmissable update as I flick through the latest Fibre Mood magazine, drool over the latest Coralie Bijasson additions and show you a must-have for label lovers.

  • 10 ALL-TIME BESTSELLERS: JACKETS

    10 ALL-TIME BESTSELLERS: JACKETS

    We have shortlisted ten of the most popular jacket sewing patterns so you can sew a bestseller yourself. These patterns are perfect for spring or autumn, when you need a lighter layer to wear when you are on the move. These jackets are also equally as lovely as an alternative to a cardigan when you need an extra layer indoors.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 2 MARCH

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 2 MARCH

    We've been beavering away this week with a whole new batch of pattern uploads, so you might want to grab a cuppa to accompany this Edit. From the ultimate raglan sweater to the perfect pinafore to the coolest culottes, there are some fine finds to add to your spring sewing list.

  • EASY SPRING SEWING PATTERNS

    EASY SPRING SEWING PATTERNS

    If you want to ease yourself into spring sewing with a simple project, I've outlined 10 patterns that are perfect for spring. From easy to sew dresses, to transitional layers to simple yet special tops, I have an easy sewing project for everyone.