The Fold Line Blog

  • SEWING PATTERNS FOR DOUBLE GAUZE FABRIC

    SEWING PATTERNS FOR DOUBLE GAUZE FABRIC

    This gorgeous edit of patterns for anyone who wants to add some 'lighter-than-air' makes to their summer sewing list using double gauze fabric.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 7 JUNE

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 7 JUNE

    This week, we've got a trendy skirt with delightful curved yoke detail, a pretty dress with bust cup sizes for a great fit, a bombshell dress fit for Marilyn herself, and plenty more!

  • SEVEN SPRING/SUMMER BUYS YOU CAN SEW YOURSELF

    SEVEN SPRING/SUMMER BUYS YOU CAN SEW YOURSELF

    I've curated a collection of seven stunning spring and summer high-street pieces that have caught my eye recently—pieces that are absolutely achievable with the right pattern.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 31 MAY

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 31 MAY

    This week, there's the bewitching Folklore collection from Sew Different, a PDF pattern drop from Fibre Mood, and a skort pattern you must see.

  • THE SHORTLIST: THE SEWING WEEKENDER DESIGNERS

    THE SHORTLIST: THE SEWING WEEKENDER DESIGNERS

    Let's take a look at the designers featured in this year's Sewing Weekender and which patterns you might like to take a look at if you are new to the brand.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 24 MAY

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 24 MAY

    This week, there's a choose-your-own-adventure shirt design (with separate patterns for men and kids, too!), a timeless and elegant dress that will make you want to RSVP yes to any event, and an intriguing blouse with a nod to the 80s.

  • MOST REQUESTED: FLAT FRONT, ELASTICATED BACK - THE ULTIMATE LIST OF SKIRT SEWING PATTERNS

    MOST REQUESTED: FLAT FRONT, ELASTICATED BACK - THE ULTIMATE LIST OF SKIRT SEWING PATTERNS

    This blog post gives you some excellent sewing pattern options for skirts with a partially elasticated waistband.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 17 MAY

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 17 MAY

    This week, we are sharing new sewing pattern collections from Named and Liesl + Co, plus two delightful dresses that are perfect for summer celebrations.

  • The Fold Line Book Club: Merchant & Mills Workwear Book

    The Fold Line Book Club: Merchant & Mills Workwear Book

    This month, we are bringing you this beautiful release from Merchant & Mills. With five versatile and genderless workwear sewing patterns, it is both beautiful and useful.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 10 MAY

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 10 MAY

    This week we have a new designer to tell you all about about, as well as two lovely dress patterns and a new issue of the inspiring Selvedge magazine.

  • TOP TEN TANK TOP SEWING PATTERNS

    TOP TEN TANK TOP SEWING PATTERNS

    tank top. This list covers a multitude of styles and tastes.

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 3 MAY

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 3 MAY

    This week, Kate is showing you inside two sewing magazines, both of which feature a multitude of projects for spring and summer. There's also a shirt with cool-girl vibes, a zip-down menswear shirt and two simple tops that pair beautifully with linen trousers