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We love Grainline’s newest sewing pattern – the Stowe bag. It’s a project bag that is quickly sewn up so is a great home-made gift idea for family or friends. Or you could even give the pattern as a gift to fellow sewers, along with the required fabric and supplies. How about one of our denims or canvases? Continue reading →

We recently received the reprint of one of Megan Nielsen’s most popular patterns. Out of print for a number of years, the Briar Sweater and T-Shirt is back. A stylish alternative to a basic t-shirt or jumper, with a high scooped front hem and a low curved back hem, the Briar gives an incredibly flattering silhouette and a really comfortable fit. The pattern comes with a cropped version, a full length version, two different neckline finishes, three sleeve lengths, and two different patch pockets, so opportunities for variation and personalisation are endless! Alice made a long-sleeved, cropped Briar last year - to see her gorgeous creation click here. Continue reading →

The long-awaited Cashmerette Appleton pattern has arrived! It’s a flattering, classic wrap dress designed by and for curvy women, catering for sizes US 12 to 28 (that’s UK sizes 14 to 30), in three cup sizes (C/D, E/F, G/H). Continue reading →

We are excited about the New Rosari Skirt from Pauline Alice which we recently received at Backstitch. If you like pockets, this is the skirt pattern for you! There are so many options: patch pockets; zip pockets; rounded pockets with a coin pocket; or inverted pleat patch pockets. All with the option to go long or short. Which version will...