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The delightful new Helena Dress pattern from Sew Me Something is a relaxed, easy to wear dress. A front curved yoke anchors a pin tuck detail at the centre front, and side pockets keep the lines of the dress simple and clean. The sleeves, either elbow- or 3/4-length, are turned up and held in place by a simple button and placket. Helena is inspired by the heroine in the designer's favourite Shakespearean play, 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. Continue reading →

Made by Rae have recently launched a rather delicious range of new digital women's and children's pdf patterns. The range includes dresses, tunics, tops, trousers and an expansion pack for the ever-popular Washi Dress and Tunic. Continue reading →

Work off the Winter excesses in a set of athletic sportswear you have sewn for yourself! Sewaholic's new activewear collection is designed to look as professional as shop-bought, but customised to fit you. Whether you are into outdoor running, indoor yoga, going to the gym, or even lounging in comfort at home, there is a pattern in this collection for you. Continue reading →

We've a new class and a new teacher!  We welcome Clare to the Backstitch gang and she brings with her a whole lotta stitchy knowledge. Clare's first class is focused around this striking block: Gemology.  The class uses the block to introduce students to the technique of foundation piecing.  This technique is where you machine stitch fabrics to a paper...