This was an absolute blast to sew. It took me around ~2 days to whip up. I'm an advanced beginner/intermediate sewist, and I think this pattern might be a little too advanced for an absolute beginner (the collar was a bit fiddly). The back collar piece is also meant to be mirrored, but the pattern instructions don't reflect that. I'm absolutely going to be making another in a different fabric (and perhaps another size, for my sister)!

Big on style with the barrel leg shape, pin tuck detailing and inseam pockets but I had issues making this pattern up. The pattern states it’s medium/challenging . The fly zip and inseam pockets require sewing experience to execute well , it’s the poorly written instructions, a blog tutorial that doesn’t provide clarity and lack of markings on the fly pieces that make this more “challenging” than it needs to be. Got there in the end but it was a very frustrating process for me and rather disappointed in Style Arc in this regard. I’ve been sewing with other independent patterns recently, and their comprehensive instructions & tutorials make the more challenging parts of sewing garments much more straightforward.

This is an amazing tool I didn't realise I needed. It makes the neatest notches on patterns far better than snipping with your scissors at a precise length every time. Seriously essential.

Another reliable well drafted pattern from M&M. I made a straight 14 with split sleeves and hem in Sevenberry lilac twill. Perfect weight for a summer jacket.

This is my third pair of Arthurs. I went colourful with some fabric from Ditto in Brighton. The all elastic waist is super speedy. Also copied the ric-rac idea that has been on Instagram. Beware though: it melts if pressed too hot!

I completed the jacket in the Merchant and Mills quilted fabric with the helpful opinions of Foldliners about the form of closure to use. The fabric frays a good deal and I was concerned that machined button holes would not hold through the layers of fabric and interfacing.

The body is quite short on me and the arms were the right length without the turn up which I didn't want but you might want to add length if you do.

The pattern is clearly marked and well drafted. As with other M&M patterns, it isn't always obvious what to do or why but the pieces fit together easily. This one recommends some tailoring. I put the pockets on before joining the front/yoke to the back piece and made up the lining entirely separately before sewing it to the facing and the facing to the jacket. Then I slip-stitched the jacket hems and finally slip stitched the lining to the jacket at wrists and waist, leaving room for it to "hang". It looks all right to me.

I used sew on snaps (press studs) in preference to trying to massacre the garment with an expensive snap press and then sewed the buttons to the outside. I'm not sure it has all lined up quite correctly but with this method I can take the whole lot off quickly and do it again.

I wasn't sure if I would like this jacket but I do. It closes right up to the neck, the collar is snug and I like the pockets. I'm now eyeing up something to make the coat.

Before I do, I will experiment with the pattern layout. The fabric amount stated for 120cm wide left me, having made a size 12, with almost a metre over. A bag I suppose!

I made the shorts version in a stripy linen cotton mix. They worked up beautifully. I made the size S, and the length is perfect length, short but not too short. The instructions are easy to follow.

I love the quality of the paper, & how quickly it was to arrived. Uploading my details and the pattern I wanted was so easy to do. Overall fantastic service. The price is incredible. And delivery was exceptionall. Thank you

I've made 2 Closet Core Elodie dresses and just love this pattern. It's well written and easy to follow, and is simple enough for a confident beginner like me.

I haven't made any adjustments to the pattern when I've made it, which has been totally fine even though I have done a few full bust adjustments on other patterns previously. The wrap style and pleats under the bust mean that the dress is easy to fit without have to do anything to alter the fit.

I've made a viscose version and linen version, and while the linen has so much charm the swishy viscose version is just delightful to wear!

Sinceramente tenía miedo de que fuera una farsa , pero me dejó sorprendida, me encantó que fuera muy detallado y aunque no coso y al principio me costó agarrarle la mano a la guia , después pude entender bien . Me falta aún mucha experiencia pero aun así me gusta arriesgarme

I love this shirt, I've made it twice. But there is an issue with the neck facing - it's too small. I end up taking in the sleeves so that it fits. Other than that, easy make, looks smart, very happy with it.

I love this pattern and have made it several times, but the instructions clearly haven't been translation-checked and proofread. They are understandable, but look sloppy and unprofessional to me.

I’ve lost count of the amount of Ashtons I’ve made. It’s always my go to for scrap busting or a quick win project.

The fit is excellent and I can sew it up in less than an hour. It fit me perfectly straight out the pack and it’s the perfect base for hacking.

I’ve made it in cotton, linen and double gauze and it worked great with all.

10/10 recommend this pattern

The finished item is fabulous, but the facing construction for the sleeveless version unnecessarily awkward in the old version of the pattern. In fact it made a real mess of my M&M cotton/linen due to the strain forcing it into place - it ended up like a wrangled dishcloth (was ok after a press). It could be a very fast make without this fiddling. Next time I will sew the facings onto the front and back separately (leaving the shoulders unsewn) then sew the entire side seams and facing in one go, then tackle the shoulders (main dress pieces) and slip stitch the facing closed on the inside. It's the only M&M dress I can wear as the others make me look frumpy . Even then I made it about 12 cm shorter. Reading other reviews, maybe M&M have now come up with a better way to construct the facing? My pattern is very old.

Post-script - I contacted M&M who kindly sent me updated instructions very quickly. I have since almost made another!

I deliberated many months over whether to try this pattern. I finally took the plunge and here is my first one (I will make more). I see another reviewer struggled with the pockets. I can’t comment on this as I never put pockets in dresses. If I put anything in them, I find they ruin the line of the dress and if I don’t, I don’t need them. Anyway, this pattern is perfect for hot days and holidays.

I bought this pattern on its release and was inspired by the Helen’s Closet blog to make it up as a pair of shorts. The pattern doesn’t include the shorts but she gives a very clear how to on her blog.
Two things stand out , one is the truly exceptional quality of the instructions on the fly front, I’ve never achieved such a neat fly, the other is the very good fit on me.
The pattern gives helpful advice on baste fitting.
As always with Helen’s Closet there are lots of examples and variations on her blog.
Having ended up with shorts I felt able to wear out in public ( albeit on a very hot day), I now intend to make a few pairs of trousers for autumn winter.
I think this may be my new go to trouser pattern, a position previously held by the Pietras.

I've made the shorts version (mid-rise) and then the trousers version (also mid-rise) of the Emersons now and really pleased.
The shorts were my wearable toile and following that I found I needed some adjustments to get the front higher (so the waistband was parallel around my waist - about 3/4cm) and I raised the front and back by about 1cm all around. I also added a bit extra for the side seams at the waist - based on my hip measurements I was between sizes so I chose the smaller size based on the ease but perhaps that was a mistake as needed more at the waist.
I then made the trousers version, which I lengthened by a significant amount to get them to the ground (so not the cropped version). Which I love, so easy to wear.
Would like to try the high waisted version next.

My go-to place for patterns as I can't be bothered with printing and taping A4 sheets.

As a tall sewist I find buying shell tops in non stretch fabrics near impossible, they are all too short, and a boxy style that's too short on a squidgy middle aged belly is not a good look. It's one of the things I've started sewing for. I really liked the clean lines and split detail of this, plus it would clearly look great in linen!

I was really pleased this came with a printed booklet (fairly confident beginner, so I still read the instructions a lot), but I was initially really disappointed. The photos are all white fabric with white thread - nearly impossible to see. There aren't any diagrams. This was frustrating. However once I got into it, and after a few false starts and reading of blogs and looking at diagrams for other things, this came together really nicely. The split hem is particularly lovely and crisp.

I graded my pattern from a L at the chest to an XL at the hip, and added length (I'm 6ft, so added quite a lot). For those with hips who like a longer top, just note that you may well need to grade out because of the boxy fit.

I made mine in white linen and this allowed me to use pre-prepped bias tape, which saved me a heap of fabric and means that having completed view A, there is enough fabric to complete B as well. Worth considering if you don't like waste.

Overall this has produced a really lovely top that fits well, and I've received numerous compliments on it despite (or perhaps because) of its simplicity. I will definitely be making more as it's a cracking wardrobe staple - I just wish they would update the instructions with some diagrams and ditch the awful photos.

They really aren't giving much away on the instructions, quite poor.

I liked the pictures of this low backed dress so gave it a go in a drapey linen. I am full busted so had a choice of a 22 for my bust or 18 for everywhere else. As I have very broad straight shoulders I went for the larger size, partly because I couldn’t get my head round an fba with the armhole dart.
The dress is lovely and the darts work really well but the shoulders for the larger size are way too big even for me. Because I made the sleeved version I had to remove a lot of shoulder. I really liked the effect of the bodice before the sleeve went on, so I might try making that version with just a hem.
I’ve cut out the sleeveless version in the same size to assess the different bodices.
I couldn’t get seam binding so used grosgrain ribbon, but it’s a bit too wide so my elastic keeps disappearing into the hem channel. I’m not too sure about how much to gather it, so I’ve been wearing it without. I really like the effect of this, but may raise the slit if I decide to give up on the elastic.
This is a very clever pattern which goes together beautifully. The skirt has a lovely drape. I’m giving my garment 4 stars but that is all me issues and not a fault in the pattern.
Once I’ve sorted things out, I can see this being a great summer staple.

I've always been aware of how popular this pattern is among the sewing community, and the release of the Trapeze 'additions' pack was the nudge I needed to get myself a copy of the pattern and give it a try. I opted for the standard pattern for my first version, and I made the sleeveless variation in a size 8 with no modifications. I really love the finished dress - it's so easy to wear and nice and breezy on a warm day. The fit is great, but I think I would make the size 10 if I was using a thicker fabric or if I wanted to layer a t-shirt or polo neck underneath for winter. I'm looking forward to giving some of the versions in the add-on pack a try next!

I have just made my first version of the Papercut Patterns Pinnacle Top and I am immediately going to cut out another one. This is an unexpectedly chic and stylish top. I made version A, with the deep v neck in a drapey white fabric with a black stripe. I saw several examples of this top online where the maker used a striped fabric, and it serves to beautifully highlight the interesting design lines in the pattern. The pattern cutting on this design is really interesting - the main body piece is an unusual shape and it is not obvious how it is all going to come together. The overall shape of the garment is lovely and it drapes beautifully on the body. It really is very elegant, particularly in a drapey fabric. It feels easy and effortless. My only thing to say would be on version A the neckline is very low cut. I think it is just about manageable, but I will probably wear this with a camisole underneath. The other thing to note is the pattern is quite cropped - I am 5ft2 (and usually have to shorten patterns) but for this one I actually ended up using a skinny 1cm hem on the bottom to increase the finished garment length a touch. The instructions are very clear, particularly in the section where the triangle piece is inserted. My points line up perfectly which I put down to clear instructions. All in all, I have not seen another pattern quite like this one and it was both an enjoyable make and a great addition to my summer wardrobe.

This is a super easy make and the lack of hemming also ensures that it is a speedy make. Recommended.

I’ve run this up in a cotton as a toile. It was easy to make up and fits well. However, in cotton, the sleeve cuffs don’t hang right and appear to stick out at an odd angle to the body. I’m going to try again in a fabric with more drape. Lovely to make, but avoid stiffer fabrics.