These pants are a great design!

Pros: the design is unique, they are really comfortable to wear, the panels allow you to customize the look, and pockets!

Cons: Like some other pattern companies I can name, the instructions aren’t great. For setting in the pockets: in retrospect, I should have substituted someone else’s pocket instructions — they are a pretty standard style. Also, there was a pattern piece missing, but I approached The Fold Line about it and they got it straightened out.

I love how mine turned out and have received loads of compliments!

I made this as a beach/pool cover up for my holiday. I used a cotton dobby fabric for this project. The instructions were clear, though like an earlier reviewer I found the pockets challenging. I did have some double gauze I had planned to make another with, but felt this would be difficult with the pockets. Once finished I was happy with the tunic, though I did not follow the pattern instructions for bias binding the neck, instead using my usual method for doing so. Overall a nice tunic, but some unusual methods in the pattern made it more challenging. I’m not sure I will make it again.

I think this is my favourite shirt pattern. I have made three in light cottons and they are brilliant, went together beautifully and are really nice to wear. I'm planning winter weight and maybe even a heavier fabric that could be a jacket. Just an excellent pattern and very well drafted and written up

This is a really simple sew with just two pattern pieces plus the optional tie. I chose to make the lined version but the instructions also include a bound or quilted and bound version.
It’s a pity that the pattern goes up only to my size as it’s a really useful one that uses very little fabric. I graded from size 16 width at the shoulders out to the largest size.
I made it to go with the @Cashmerette #CalderPants which I made some years ago. This is a wool tweed so I fully lined the trousers.
I think the waistcoat looks really cute with the trousers; and the top is the #TarleeTshirt from @MunaAndBroad in a wool mix jersey.
I would wear this outfit with my red boots but it was too warm today to get them out!

This is my take on the autumn winter wool bomber jacket currently on the high street. Note, all pattern pieces need to be traced as they are printed overlapping, not great in my opinion for what is a pricey pattern. I had missed one of the pieces and had to go back to the large sheet and find it. There also is no piece for interfacing the placket which i think is needed for structure and I measured the front fold and cut accordingly.

I didn't follow the instructions. They are sparse at best and there are little instructions for the version with rib trim except to fold it in two! So this is for experienced sewists.

I used Avoca Donegal tweed houndstooth Irish wool from Fabworks.

I was happy with the end result but unlikely to buy a pattern from this brand again due to the reasons above (hence the overall 3 stars). I had others in my wishlist but have now removed them.

This is a trench coat pattern with just about all the elements you would look for (though I did add a hanging loop - why is this not included as standard for all coat patterns!). The cape will help to protect from the rain at both front and back, and makes a nice feature - I put in a touch of reflective piping to the back cape as I will be likely to use the coat while cycling. The welt pockets are a must-have and end up very capacious on the inside, and nice and neat from the outside. Add in the walking vent and generous skirt of the coat and you have a very classy result.

There are a lot of pieces to the pattern, but if you keep your head and take it in stages it is not a problem (I did allow myself as much time as I needed to, and stopped in places when I needed to do something else instead). The coat side, front, and back are quite large pieces individually and once assembled together, and you do need a good-sized working area as you handle it. Normally you would hem the sleeves after sewing them into place of course, but I was a bit nervous about the weight of the whole coat and so I hemmed them in advance of sewing them in. It did mean they ended up slightly longer than ideal, rather than me getting them to just the right length, but when I'm cycling with it on I think it will be better to have longer sleeves than shorter ones (and I can roll the cuffs a little anyway).

The pattern is unlined and for most fabrics that would be how you would want to leave it; because I chose a waterproof fabric with a plastic coating I lined the sleeves and bodice just to prevent my skin touching clammy underside of coat on those rainy days.

I’ve made two of the round necked version. Easy to follow instructions. Sizing comes up a little on the large size. I have made this in 18 and 16, but will invest in the smaller size range of this pattern for my next summer makes. I’ve had lots of compliments on these jumpsuits and find them to be flattering and comfortable.

I made the sleeveless version of the blouse for my holiday. I splashed out on the MF Reflet fabric and was really happy with the results, the cowl neck fell beautifully. I found it easier to make it the second time, as I was familiar with the pattern (and had no sleeves). The sleeve facings sit nicely and mean it all looks neat and tidy. I really enjoyed wearing this 😊

I made the plain version of this skirt (without the balloon hem). I found it easy to follow, with clear instructions and pictures/diagrams. I made it from a cotton Broderie anglaise so lined it with a plain cotton lawn. Made this for my holiday and loved wearing it.

This was my first attempt to follow a pattern, and Sew Over It has great instructions and a sew-along YouTube video that helped me with the collar construction.

I made this skirt from grey and white gingham and absolutely love the result. The skirt is a quick and easy make and the sizing is very forgiving on it. I did have a couple of small issues when making up the skirt but I’m not sure if these were small problems with the drafting or if I made a mistake when tracing off the pattern. The front panel came out slightly longer than the side panels but this was easily solved by trimming off the excess. I think the pattern is drafted for someone a little shorter than me (I’m 5’7’’) so if I made it again I’d add an inch or two to the length as I prefer a longer length skirt. All in all I have a lovely skirt that is bang on trend, hence the five stars. Even my daughters were impressed!

I really want to love the Worker Trousers. I decided to have a go at this pattern because they look like a great basic trouser that could become a staple in my wardrobe. I have made a pair of shorts in this pattern (shorts view not included but there are instructions on the MSC blog) and one pair of trousers. I also first made a calico. I am an experienced sewist but I really did struggle with the fit on these trousers. One slight gripe is the pattern is drafted for someone 5"8, which is quite a bit taller than average in the UK. There were no lengthen/shorten lines in the pattern so I had to add these myself and because I needed to take alot of length out, I would have appreciated guidance from the designer to keep the leg shape correct. I also found that the trousers have alot of ease through the thigh and legs and that these dimensions
are not included in the finished garment measurements. This is something that I would have found useful. I found the instuctions pretty clear (I used the button fly option) and I liked the professional finishing details. All in all, I have got two wearable garments but I feel a little bit like this block is probably just not a great starting point for my body shape and probably will not make these again. If you are a taller person I think these could be a winner though!

I made a view A in medium weight wool. I lengthened both bodice and sleeves 2 cm to account for my height (176 cm). I sized up one size to be able to fit a thick sweater underneath, but given the final result, I don't think sizing up was necessary. I also lined it, partly following directions on her blog. The jacket instructions were easy to follow, and the jacket nicely came together. I am really happy with the result!

Simple but interesting details.
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Excellent Tessuti pattern.

- the fabric quantities are bizarrely generous
- the interlining fabric is never mentioned after you cut it out, except for the handles
- the handles are only 2cm wide, even for the large bag! Because of the aforementioned generous fabric quantities I was able to cut wider straps and I’m very glad I did
- the pattern is illustrated with photos rather than hand-drawn illustrations, which makes it less clear
- it reads as if it’s the designer’s first pattern, with lots of detail in some places and less in others
- you’re instructed to sew almost every seam twice, without mention of stitch options you might have on your sewing machine that would be a suitable replacement for this tedious process

Loved making this Ellis dress. Made two so far and always received compliments. A real head turner! Love the neckline the most. I’m 5’10” so I lengthened

I love my finished shirt but had to make many adjustments to get it to fit across the back, very tight in the shoulders and the sleeves are too short also tight around the forearm prior to my adjustments. I am going to size up two sizes with my next one.

I have just muslined these in the extra large which seemed to match my measurements. I have made a lot of TAL patterns over the years - generally in large - but never any trousers. Anyway my family have had the best laugh in years as these trousers have come up so huge that I look like one of those before and after slimming ads. I do like the overall look and will probably buy the smaller size (it's a shame the sizes are split over two patterns) to try but I suspect I will also, as someone who is 5ft 5", have to take some of the depth out of the crotch. The current pair come up to my chest! Finding this out is, of course, what making a muslin is about but just a warning to people that they do seem to come up a bit on the big size.

This is a really nice little jacket pattern, it ends up very smart and a bit different from others. The collar stands up which give it an interesting shape, and at the back there is a little cut-out similar to the one that waistcoats often have (and in fact I do sometimes wear it with a waistcoat).

I've made it twice and am thinking of making a third one. The first time, I used a cotton twill in a purple-blue; it is a bit of a transitional piece and I can wear it in spring and autumn comfortably. The second time I made it in wool and it is both light and warm. Both times I have added a lining - the base pattern is unlined but it is easy to add it, just by cutting out the same pieces in a lighter fabric. I also added pockets; again the base pattern doesn't include them, but a small patch pocket or waistcoat welt pocket fits fine. Both of these are optional elements that I prefer to add personally, while others may be happy with just the base version with its smart shape.

I have just finished making this in a light grey Viyella fabric, the lantern sleeved version - just waiting for the buttons to be delivered. Extremely pleased with it but have a couple of reservations. I didn't like the neck binding/facing. With such a narrow piece of fabric - with my fabric anyway - it didn't work turning the fabric over twice. I ended up just turning it once and overlocking the raw edge. Seems fine. There is a very strange bulge in the side of the front piece, around the dart area (I did the C cup). It doesn't match up to the back piece and I finished up cutting it off with the overlocker. If there is a purpose to this I'm afraid it went right over my head and I'd be happy for someone to enlighten me! I'm just about to make another one in a heavy ivory crepe fabric. I think it will be a favourite pattern.

I love the style of this top, but I found the instructions too minimal, especially concerning the tucks on the front. There was a lot of swearing and unpicking. Also, the attachment of the front to the yoke. While it is very clever, it's also pretty counter-intuitive, and I would have appreciated a bit of hand holding.
Also, I would recommend creating a toile first. The sizing is extremely generous, and I went down 2 sizes when I eventually made it.
But I do love it, and would definitely make it again.

I have made so many ashtons I have lost count. It's a great shell top with choice of facing or bias finish. The shoulder is well designed so that bra straps stay hiden. The faced hem helps it hang well. The shorter length works well with high waisted things or full skirts I've made to go with Pietra trousers (closet core) or Ruby skirts (free from sew over it so not on this site - but a great pattern!). The longer length for jeans or straighter skirts.
If you use a different fabric for the facing, you can squeeze it out of very little fabric - I managed with left overs from an evie bias skirt.
As always the instructions are fantastically clear and the d cup pattern option means no fba. On Helens website and blog there are a lot of hacks to get even more value from the pattern.
Highly recommend this great basic.

I have always admired the elegance of this pattern, but wanted to honour the tradition of the garment. I was gifted some beauftiful Japanese fabric so decided to use it for this pattern.
The pattern is very clear and the sizing is achieved by varying seam allowances. The garment is cut in a long piece front hem to back hem so it did feel a bit like wrestling an octopus! There is a very interesting document explaining the history of the kimono and extra sheets for adding traditional embroidery.
The advice for adding length is assuming you are making an obi and blousing your kimono over the top. If you are aiming to wear it looser as a robe this is not needed. Similarly the neck overlay is to extend durability, but it does make the neckband quite thick and eats in to fabric use, I had to use a contrast.
The kimono is beautiful garment with a huge cultural significance, and I am not Japanese, so while my kimono serves as a fabulous dressing gown which I wear every day, I not sure I would wear it out.
I definitely recommend this pattern.

I didn’t realise how much I relied on this tool until I lost it in the chaos of my craft room.

I bought this a while ago and use it all the time to clip my paper patterns to make marking them easier.
I have to admit that I’ve taken it for granted all this time, then one day I went to mark the notches on my pattern and couldn’t find it.
I never realised how fiddly this process was without it, I ended up having to use paper scissors to make my own notches because I just couldn’t go back.

I am the first to admit that I am easily convinced into buying tools that I don’t need and will only use once before forgetting about them or going back to the old ways. I have electric scissors, an electric bias maker, every kind of hemming and marking imaginable, all of which I barely use.

But this is not one of them, I am truly lost without it. It’s such a simple thing but it really is a game changer. It really is that good