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Top 10 patterns, Trends

Trending: Cut-Outs

Curious about adding cut-outs to your handmade wardrobe? Well, you’ll be pleased to know that cut-out details don’t necessarily make you have to flash the flesh. There are a plethora of sewing patterns that offer lots of different takes on adding this detail to your handmade wardrobe. Whether you want to show just a peep […]

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Crushing on Zadie

We decided to do a deep dive into a sewing pattern that doesn’t need much of an introduction – the Paper Theory Zadie Jumpsuit. It’s reached iconic status in the sewing community and is a project that seems to be loved by all who make it. The Zadie Jumpsuit is also probably the most reviewed […]

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Trending: Garden Party Dresses

The weather is about to get warmer, the outdoor functions start stacking up and the garden parties begin. Whether you have a summer BBQ, picnic in the park party or street party planned, it’s handy to have a go-to garment to pop on to feel dressed for the occasion. We spotted a bit of a […]

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Sew the Trends for Spring

Sew the Trends is back for spring.. although it doesn’t feel particularly warm and spring-like just yet, it means we have a bit of time to crack on and start sewing before the warmer days arrive. So let’s see this as our chance to forge ahead as the days get longer. HURRAH! I Had a […]

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Capsule Wardrobe: Early Spring

This is the next instalment in our blog series where we choose seven fantastic items for spring. All the patterns can be worn together and are interchangeable. I’ve created a video where I talk through them all and how they can be worn together. Although it’s currently snowing outside apparently we are now in Spring! […]

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Woman wearing the Lisa Blouse sewing pattern from Vikisews on The Fold Line. An blouse pattern made in gauze, textured viscose, silk, artificial silk, chiffon, batiste, or organza fabrics, featuring a straight-cut, front and back yokes with gathers, wide front placket with buttons and rouleau loops, stand collar, long three-piece set-in sleeves, shoulder and cuff gathers, wide cuff with button and rouleau loop fastening, and is hip-length.
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Top 10 patterns, Trends

Romantic Blouse Sewing Patterns for Your Spring Wardrobe

Blouses are probably one of my favourite things to sew. They slot into your wardrobe so easily and can be styled in lots of different ways. From date nights to casual Saturday strolls, they make you feel put together. Romantic blouses seem to be popping up a lot in the sewing world. The flowy sleeves […]

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Woman wearing the Unisex Ilford Jacket sewing pattern from Friday Pattern Company on The Fold Line. A jacket pattern made in light to heavyweight woven fabrics, featuring drop shoulders, placket sleeve with cuff, patch pockets, button front closure and hip length finish.
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The Shortlist: Jackets, Jackets, Jackets!

A few days of blue skies, lighter evenings, and daffodils can only mean one thing.. spring is on its way. A hopeful time of year as the garden starts to come alive. I don’t know about you but I’m sick of the sight of my winter coats and I start dreaming of jacket weather. I […]

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Woman wearing the Bert Knit Top sewing pattern from Style Arc on The Fold Line. A knit top pattern made in unbrushed fleece, fleece or rugby fabrics, featuring a dropped shoulder line, deep armhole, polo style collar and button tab, long sleeves with a slight balloon shape, collar, tab, cuffs and hem band in ribbing.
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Top 10 patterns, Trends

Trending: Pullover Sweaters

Have you spotted that pull-over sweaters keep popping up all over the high street? They are a cool take on a comfy jumper that will update winter and spring outfits with a double dose of warmth. We are always keeping our eyes peeled for trends that translate into sewing patterns and I’ve seen lots of […]

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Capsule Wardrobe: Winter

This is the first in our blog series where we have created a capsule wardrobe using eight patterns. All the patterns can be worn together and are interchangeable. I’ve created a video where I talk through all the patterns and how they can be worn together. As we are deep into winter this is very […]

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Woman wearing the Mitchell Trousers sewing pattern from Closet Core Patterns on The Fold Line. A trouser pattern made in denim, twill, canvas, linen, cotton or wool suiting fabrics, featuring a high waist, fly front zip and button closure, deep front pleats, angled pockets, back darts, back welt pockets, full-length wide legs and adjustable waist straps secured with D-rings.
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Top 10 patterns, Trends

Trending: Trouser Sewing Patterns

It’s been pretty hard to ignore that trouser patterns are HOT right now. We’ve seen indie release after indie release in the trouser department, so we’ve declared this the “season of the trouser“! If there was ever a time to try out sewing your own pair of trews, this is it! We’re rounding up some […]

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