Merchant & Mills

I’m not really a frilly, floaty sort of person, but this Florence Top from Merchant & Mills grabbed me with it’s pretty hands. The peplum/ frill has just enough flounce to give interest and shape but without feeling too frou-frou. The washed linen was a no brainer… it’s weighty enough for a winter wear and it had to be this...

Merchant and Mills have launched three new paper patterns for men: a classic, flattering Tee Shirt; a rather smart, handsome All State Shirt; and a practical and hard-wearing Foreman jacket. Continue reading →

Merchant and Mills have launched two new patterns for little girls aged 3 to 8 years: the Skipper, a sweet dress inspired by the sailor bib; and the Trapezette, a charmingly simple interpretation of the Merchant and Mills ladies' Trapeze Dress, with plenty of swish factor. How adorable to make a little mini-me of your favourite little girl! Continue reading →

Merchant and Mills patterns are great.  This is now the second one that I have made.  I don't make many clothes (it's a time thing), but this Dress Shirt is the second Merchant and Mills pattern that I've gone for.  I think it is the wear-ability of the patterns.  They are casual and simple designs but equally elegant.  That casual style really appeals to me... I'm a jeans and trainers kinda girl! Continue reading →