Full disclaimer - I bought this pattern just for the jeans, I haven't made the top.
My daughter wanted some wide legs jeans and these were just the thing. The proportions are just right and they fit perfectly with no adjustments required, having said that I did use the pocket construction from M&M Heroine jeans as I preferred to have some deeper pockets.
As is sometimes the case with commercial sewing patterns the instructions were vague to say the least. I couldn't make head nor tail of how the zip was supposed to go so again I turned to the Heroine pattern instructions in order to create the fly and insert the zipper.
As I said, I'm really happy with how they turned out (as is my daughter, more importantly) but if you haven't made jeans before you might struggle with the instructions.

If you're a fan of M&M patterns then this book should be on your wishlist. Full of beautiful photos of The Grove in Rye, furnished with items made from their instantly recognised natural and ethical fabrics. You too can make the coverings for your own home now like bedding, cushions and blinds. Note the patterns are printed on paper as with the Workbook but are illustrations with measurements for you to draw out yourself.

I have been wanting to try this pattern for a long time. Finally got around to it and encountered a few problems for what seems like a fairly straightforward pattern. It came up very large compared to the finished garment measurements. Some of this I was able to rectify by just shortening the straps a lot. But once the inside facing is in, it's really a big deal to make it smaller. I have taken a few cms off the outer cami to make it a little smaller but the fit is not perfect. The lining piece is a strange length too. I would definitely make the lining slightly longer next time. I also had a slight issue with the v's not sitting brilliantly either. Also struggled with the understitching around the straps. Most of these issues could be rectified by sizing down next time.

I made my first Etta and deemed it a fail,( too sticky out, too lumpy , waist in wrong place). The I saw a sewing bee contestant wearing it and tried again. I tied it more loosely and had a very useful pinafore. My fabric was a very cheap ridged cotton from Fabworks. This made the undertie very stiff and the very full skirt a bit heavy.
I tried again in a drapier cotton linen slub and made a few changes.
One I made the skirt less full - no maths I just the back on the fold and the fronts as half that, effectively 2 drops of 140 wide fabric. I omitted the pockets and moved the side seams forward by 6 cm each side. This makes the sides sit very well. This works for heavier fabrics, I would keep the fullness in a lawn.
I made a tab for the inner tie and sewed three buttons, then made a buttonhole elastic fastening to do it up, this keeps it adjustable for wearing different weight tops underneath, and puts in flexibility for moving.
The outer ties became a D ring tab and long tie. I put the D ring on the piece from the back using a 6 cm tab. Next time I will put the D ring on a shorter tab, but will need to use a long zipper foot to squeeze past when attaching the skirt.
I lined the bodice with voile but used a medium interfacing. Because the voile was so light I didn’t do the lining hemmed over stitching , I just whizzed along though all layers then overlocked. The forward side seams helped here.
I am 5 foot 8 with long lengths and the length is mid calf on me.
My cutting layouts meant I used 2.70 of 140 fabric.
I love my Etta and will make more.
It’s a great pattern, I’ve deducted one star for the confusing diagrams around which tie goes where, even allowing for my free styling alterations, and a definite error in the single cutting layout where the sleeve is not shown mirrored.

I’ve already made 3 of these from my fabric stash and had the pattern a couple of weeks. I’ve used velvet for the outer with jazzy linings and it’s worked really well. Already bought more fabric with this in mind!

Great pattern

Made this as part of the Fabric Godmother dream wardrobe and could not stop wearing it. Hacked it slightly by lengthening the sleeves and bodices, then binding the sleeve cuffs and turning the hem up to add an elastic cord so it can be worn cropped or longer - my machine gave up sewing the hem in place on the fleece fabric so had to hand sew it in place. It’s so cosy and the zipper gives you the option to feel even cosier when zipped up. A little tricky but don’t be put off, it’s a very satisfying sew, just take your time.

Have made this 3 times, 1 in patterned viscose, another in plain double gauze (heavenly) and then as a hacked version of a maxi shirt dress which I get so many compliments on. It’s easy to follow, no set in sleeves as they’re grown on and looks great tucked into jeans/trousers. Better suited to drapier fabrics but it’s a great basic to have in your pattern stash.

How to perfect the Aura wrap dress by Papercut Patterns. Having made this dress originally in a black linen, I decided that I needed an evening version in my wardrobe

Making this dress again for the second time, and I wanted to fix the problems that bothered me in the previous attempt. This dress is fantastic, but I think it could be improved a little.

This is a great pattern, but the facings are far too narrow and require to be hand sewn into place. The shoulders are also too narrow, and the double V neckline front and back can cause the shoulders to constantly slip down.

I made a few changes on making the Aura dress this time:

A. I shortened the bodice at the shoulders to prevent them slipping.
B. I widened the shoulders to allow coverage for bra straps. I would go even wider next time.
C. I omitted all facings and lined the dress instead.
D. I widened the belt opening for ease of wearing, and preventing bulk.
E. I exchanged elasticated cuffs for a sleeve band and button closure.

There is a lot to love about this pattern, but there are a few adjustments to be made for most ladies. It is a little revealing and I would recommend deepening the bodice to cover more cleavage!

To read more go to:

https://www.sewatelierm.com/how-to-perfect-the-aura-wrap-dress-by-papercut-patterns/

I have made so many versions of this short and long. I love this pattern. It is ideal for very bold fabrics, most of mine are in John Louden batik’s. I like the different options for the pockets, I’ve settled on the inseam pocket for me, I decided not to include the ties. The skirt is very full, so I have dropped the skirt size by 2 sizes, this gives the perfect proportions for me.
As well as making dresses I have made tops, these go great with shorts in the summer. The dresses worked well for work in the hotter weather.
Another excellent pattern for beginners.

Tilly & Buttons was recommended to me, as a beginner, because of the excellent instructions. The dress was straight forward to sow, I did make the pockets bigger, but standing over 6ft I consider most pockets too small for my big hands.
My first attempt was made in a chambray, the second one in a fabulous jungle fabric, I’ve had lots of lovely comments about his dress, it is very flattering. It’s a great pattern for bold fabrics.
I also made 2 dresses for a neighbour, she chose some fancy very drappie fabric, she wore them as evening ware.

I love this pattern, the fit is true to size, the instructions are easy to follow, and the finished culottes are very flattering. I’ve made full length versions in denim, and corduroy, I’ve also made the culotte version in denim, all are worn regularly. This pattern is suitable for your winter and summer wardrobe. I’d definitely bye an avid seamstress pattern again brilliant instructions for a beginner.

I love this pattern, it has been made multiple times as a fleece top, using the cowl neck. It is small, I used the largest size, and used the smallest seem allowance I could get away with. The sleeves are not long enough to roll up in the way shown for an average person, for myself I had to add a lot of length. Same in the body. All that said it is very easy to alter to fit, the end product being very flattering, I’ve even made it for friends.
The instructions are clear and easy to follow. If you are starting out on your sewing journey this is a good place to start.

Lovely pattern but not yet made, still deciding on fabric

Not sure how to use it! It looks very sharp, gone back to my seam ripper

The Reya trousers are fairly simple and quick to sew. I found the instructions really easy to follow, and had no trouble at all during the sewing process.

I really like the pin tuck detail down the front of the trousers – I think it elevates the pattern a bit, and stops the trousers looking too much like pyjamas!

I made the size recommended for my measurements, and I think the fit turned out well.

I'm 5'9" and the finished length of my trousers is just a bit longer than the 28" inseam version of the pattern (I cut the 30" inseam length, but ended up shortening it a bit).

I made my Reya trousers using a needlecord, which is a really good fabric for this pattern in my opinion.

The finished trousers are so comfy, and I really enjoy wearing them!

I was already a fan of the original Donny shirt when this expansion was released, so I really liked the idea of making the pattern more versatile by having long sleeves.

As with the main Donny pattern, the instructions are really good and easy to understand.

The sleeves feature a bound placket – this is a technique I've used a few times before, but I think following these instructions made it easier to get a really neat finish than on my previous attempts.

For this version, I lengthened the body of my shirt by 2 inches. I'm about 5'9" and my other versions are a bit cropped, which I love for summer, but I thought it might be nice to have a bit more length on this long-sleeved version.

I'm really happy with how my long-sleeved Donny turned out, and I'd definitely recommend both the original pattern and this expansion.

A great dress. Just needed to do an FBA and the fit was spot on. The construction is designed for beginners and doesn’t include a lining, so if you need to line your dress you need to come up with your own construction order or treat the main fabric and the lining as one piece.

I love the Esme cardigan I’ve made. I made it shorter - above the knee - and it is so cosy. Made it in the given size for my measurements and I think the oversized slouchiness is perfect. The only slightly tricky area was getting a really neat/clean finish at the junction of the neck band and the hem.

There are an incredible number of sizes on offer with the pattern, and you really do have to carefully consider which one to choose. When looking at the sizing, I came out as a size 12, when I am usually a size 14.

I didn't have the patience to make a toile, and I didn't want to waste my fabric, so I cut out a size 14 just in case. However, I soon had to go back and recut the pattern pieces when I realised that it would be too big for me.

The instructions are comprehensive and the tailoring tips given at each section really help you obtain the perfect finish and fit.

I made a few adjustments to the proportion of this particular dress and opted for a bound neckline and lined frill to the sleeve.

This dress has the potential for various variations on this theme. So with a little imagination, this pattern is more versatile than it initially appears.

For more details go to:
https://www.sewatelierm.com/how-to-make-the-fabric-godmothers-peony-dress/

My first time sewing an intermediate ish pattern and it went really well thanks to their video found on their YT channel.

I made this for my daughter as a christmas dress and it turned out beautifully. I went for the bigger size because she was on the edge of the two so I had to do a bit of sizing down on the smallest size to fit her properly but it all came together easily and I love how well the design works for trim and frills and has loads of options. I expect to get plenty more use from the pattern as she gets bigger. I also made a tulle petticoat to go under it and my daughter said she felt like a princess, so I think that's a thumbs up from her!
Only 4 stars due to split sizing

This jacket is so stylish and beautifully photographed that I couldn’t resist! Based on a toile of the 40 I shortened the bodice by 1.25” and widened the back 3/8” (I’m 5’6”). This fabric is a lightweight brocade with a bit of body, gifted by a friend so I don’t know the composition. The instructions are clear and it’s a pretty straightforward sew. I love the result and will definitely make it again!

Perfect directions, folliw them and you csn’t go wrong. Love it!

My 14 year old kid wanted a 'Hawaiian shirt' / bowling shirt, which we worked out meant a shirt with a camp collar and short sleeves. This pattern, which I already had, fitted the bill well. I made a size 0 as my kid is a skinny teen and it has worked great as an overshirt. The collar is straightforward as it has no collar stand, meaning it all comes together quite quickly, and the Liesl & Co instructions are always very helpful and clear. Very happy with the results.