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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...
Make by TFS — Brushed Cotton Sparrow Set

Make by TFS — Brushed Cotton Sparrow Set

It's winter time here in New Zealand, and a pair of warm cosy pyjamas are top of our wishlists! Our Make by TFS Sparrow set of patterns offers a modern alternative for lounge and everyday...
Staff Made — Genevieve's Bloom Dress

Staff Made — Genevieve's Bloom Dress

Our Make by TFS Bloom Shirt + Dress pattern is a versatile, oh-sew simple shirt style and makes a perfect blank canvas for a patch work of fabrics! HQ team member and colour enthusiast Genevieve...
Staff Made — Olivia's Liberty Paint Top

Staff Made — Olivia's Liberty Paint Top

Sometimes the the combo of pattern + fabric + colour just hits all the right sewing spots, and this new Paint Top from TFS team member Olivia is no exception! It's no secret that we're...
Make by TFS — Striped Ivy Dress

Make by TFS — Striped Ivy Dress

With a huge 40% off full-priced deadstock check and striped fabrics in stores and online until 2nd April, this vibrant striped rayon was a standout for a new Make by TFS Ivy Dress. The result was an Ivy we couldn't...
Fabric Guides — Paint Dress + Top

Fabric Guides — Paint Dress + Top

Our latest Make by TFS pattern, the Paint Dress + Top, launched recently and we're SO excited! Choosing fabrics can sometimes be a little daunting, so wanted to share some suggestions for fabrics that work well...
Make by TFS — Liberty Poplin Paint + Sparrow

Make by TFS — Liberty Poplin Paint + Sparrow

With summer in full swing, it's the perfect time for matching sets in playful prints! Luxurious Liberty cottons make the ideal fabric choice, polished enough for impromptu coffee dates and soirées, yet easily dressed down...
Make by TFS — Paint Dress + Top

Make by TFS — Paint Dress + Top

Meet our Paint Dress + Top pattern! Inspired by all things painterly, the Paint Dress + Top is a year-round sculptural statement! Paint showcases a playful voluminous silhouette and raglan sleeve, gathered at the neckline and...
Make by TFS — Bloom Dress in Liberty Silk

Make by TFS — Bloom Dress in Liberty Silk

New Liberty Silk fabrics have arrived in stores and online this week and what better time to try our Make by TFS Bloom Dress pattern for a summery shirt dress that's super easy to wear and layer...