What's New?

We are delighted to announce that five beautiful patterns from new designer The Avid Seamstress have arrived at Backstitch. The collection includes The Day Dress, The Sheath Dress and The City Trousers for women and two adorable dresses for girls, The Gathered Dress and The Raglan Dress.  Continue reading →

Have you seen the latest vintage-inspired paper patterns from Sew Over It? The Joan Dress has a super elegant feel, based on the wardrobe of Mad Men’s iconic Joan Holloway. A fitted bodice and skirt gives the dress a sassy, feminine feel that the real Joan herself would adore. Continue reading →

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 →