The Pattern Pages

Things have changed in the sewing industry over the last few years. Today, there’s so many exciting new independent pattern companies, and dressmaking bloggers out there, as well as the major commercial companies, but there’s no longer a magazine dedicated solely to dressmaking. We keep you up-to-date with the latest sewing pattern news, fashion trends for the seasons and how to replicate them in your sewing. We also have lots of sewing tips and advice form experts to help you make your own clothes look the best they can.

38 GET SET FOR SUMMER!

The Pattern Pages

ON OUR RADAR • THINGS WE THOUGHT YOU MIGHT LIKE TO KNOW…

ANKLE-SKIMMING DRESSES • Here are some of our top picks for this season’s must-have midaxi-length dress

HOT fabrics • A round-up of quirky fabrics for a fun summer!

THE SILJE SKIRT • MAKE THIS BEAUTIFUL SCANDI-INSPIRED SKIRT

THE EDIT • STYLE UP A DENIM SKIRT

WE LOVE LILAC • This season, pretty soft sherbet colours are stealing the spotlight – this is one of our favourites!

PATTERN PREVIEW • Our favourite new patterns hot off the press!

LIVE & BREATHE FABRIC • Dressing for warmer weather can pose a challenge, but opting for breathable fabrics can help keep you feeling cool and fresh throughout the summer!

5 TOP SEWING PATTERNS FOR USING 1.5M OF FABRIC (OR LESS!) • If you're feeling overwhelmed by your fabric stash, we’ve teamed up with Hantex Pattern Distributor to find five top sewing patterns that take just a small amount of fabric!

HOW TO SEW AN EXPOSED ZIP • Alice Keal shares how to apply an exposed zipper to your next garment

PLANNING THE PERFECT HOLIDAY WARDROBE! • Heading off for some fun in the sun? Here’s our guide to help you build your summer holiday wardrobe that fits into your suitcase!

HOBBY HOLIDAY • Indulge in a short creative break doing what you love most!

FRENCH RETREAT

PARISIAN TEXTILE TOUR

TEXTILE HOLIDAY ITALY

INDIA

CLOSER TO HOME!

GO LILAC! • BRING A SPLASH OF LILAC TO YOUR SEWING WORKSPACE!

A BRIEF MATTER • Making bras and briefs are quick and satisfying to sew and can be constructed entirely with a sewing machine or overlocker

GET TO KNOW YOUR BRA STYLES • We look at the different bra types

BROOKLYN BRALETTE • MAKE THIS COMFORTABLE PULL-ON BRALETTE DESIGNED BY LINGERIE EXPERT, MADDIE KULIG

HOOKED ON BOOKS • Get your sewing mojo back with a good book!

MATCHY MATCHY • Amy Gonzales and Theresa Kuo talk about why they believe creativity doesn’t have to be complicated

ZERO WASTE TROUSERS • DRAFT THIS GENDER-NEUTRAL ZERO-WASTE PATTERN STRAIGHT ONTO A PIECE OF FABRIC

GUY STYLE • A round-up of seasonal sewing for men

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