The Fold Line Blog

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 20 OCTOBER

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 20 OCTOBER

    If you are on the hunt for a trans-seasonal jacket or autumn layer to sew, this update has you covered. With new patterns from In the Folds, I AM Patterns and Puff and Pencil, we have plenty of options for your consideration!
  • Capsule Wardrobe: Autumn Weekend Away

    Capsule Wardrobe: Autumn Weekend Away

  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 13 OCTOBER

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 13 OCTOBER

    It's a pattern-packed week, with new collections from Vogue and Burda to delve into, plus a new batch of trendy Fibre Mood PDF patterns have been uploaded.
  • SEW THE TRENDS: AUTUMN 24 - PART 2

    SEW THE TRENDS: AUTUMN 24 - PART 2

    This is part two of our sew the trends series where we hunt out fab patterns for you guys to sew your dream wardrobes.
  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 6 OCTOBER

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 6 OCTOBER

    This week we are welcoming a new designer, lusting after the latest utility trouser pattern with on-trend carpenter details and cooing over the cutest kids fleece. 
  • SEW THE TRENDS: AUTUMN 24 - PART 1

    SEW THE TRENDS: AUTUMN 24 - PART 1

    We scour the high street shops to find this seasons hottest trends so that you can sew them this winter!
  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 29 SEPTEMBER

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 29 SEPTEMBER

    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!
  • EASY WINTER COATS

    EASY WINTER COATS

    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.
  • THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 22 SEPTEMBER

    THE EDIT: NEW SEWING PATTERN RELEASES - 22 SEPTEMBER

    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.
  • FIND THAT PATTERN: FRIENDS

    FIND THAT PATTERN: FRIENDS

    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!

  • THE EDIT - NEW SEWING PATTERNS - 15TH SEPTEMBER

    THE EDIT - NEW SEWING PATTERNS - 15TH SEPTEMBER

    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.
  • THE SHORTLIST: TROUSERS

    THE SHORTLIST: TROUSERS

    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.