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Make by TFS — Leo Blazer

Make by TFS — Leo Blazer

Our Leo Blazer pattern has been in the works for quite some time, and the TFS team have been busy sewing up their own versions! Leo is a versatile, casual blazer, ideal for layering up...
Pattern Review — Papercut Patterns — Remi Shirt

Pattern Review — Papercut Patterns — Remi Shirt

The new Remy Shirt from our friends at Papercut Patterns is a must-have staple in any handmade wardrobe, with its classic button up design and versatile features. This week we tested the pattern using a heavy melton...
Staff Made — Bianca's Denim Set

Staff Made — Bianca's Denim Set

Online team member Bianca has spent the last few months working on this incredible matching denim set using our popular Make by TFS May Jean pattern and the Russafa Jacket by Pauline Alice patterns. Read on for her project notes, inspo...
Staff Made — Ella's Nelly Jacket

Staff Made — Ella's Nelly Jacket

Ella from our Auckland store team has made a beautiful jacket using the Nelly Coat pattern, from German brand Juliana Martejevs. This cute handsewn boxy jacket is a winter winner in classic grey houndstooth coating! Read on...
Staff Made — Steph's Cortland Trench

Staff Made — Steph's Cortland Trench

Just in time for the cold snap, Steph from our marketing team made up the Cortland Trench from Grainline Studio! Inspired by this version on Insta, Steph picked our midweight Maple Organic Linen and sewed it to perfection. A trench...
Pattern Reviews — Wardrobe By Me — Overshirt

Pattern Reviews — Wardrobe By Me — Overshirt

We spotted the Overshirt over on instagram recently and knew it would be perfect for a pattern review! A cross between a shirt and a jacket, overshirts are designed to be worn over a tee...
Pattern Reviews — Daughter Judy Thompson Coat

Pattern Reviews — Daughter Judy Thompson Coat

Designed for an intermediate sewist, we love the way this fresh take on a classic mac-style coat turned out in one of our deadstock non-stretch cotton twills. Styled over a cosy Cloud Sweatshirt and layers...
Pattern Reviews — Cobden Chore Jacket

Pattern Reviews — Cobden Chore Jacket

Much like your favourite bucket hat or pair of blue jeans, the century-old chore jacket hails from humble workwear origins. Utilitarian in detail (hello pockets!) and practical for layering, the Cobden Chore Jacket pattern from...
Pattern Reviews — Zero Waste Coat

Pattern Reviews — Zero Waste Coat

We've been on the lookout for a zero waste coat pattern for a while, and recently came across this simple pattern by Birgitta Helmersson. With the recent change of season here in the Southern Hemisphere...