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Make by TFS — Ruffle Collar Bloom Hack

Make by TFS — Ruffle Collar Bloom Hack

We've added another collar recommendation to the Make By TFS Bloom shirt repertoire! The arrival of this pure cotton Kelly green shirting inspired us to do something fun with our tried-and-true Bloom shirt, and we're...
Make by TFS — Gingham Linen Loungewear Set

Make by TFS — Gingham Linen Loungewear Set

Our Make by TFS Lucie Robe and Sparrow Set patterns make the perfect #MeMade loungewear trio! We're big fans of colour-blocked sets, and this is our second Sparrow combo - check out our version in Vintage Finish Linen colour-way Lichen. Fresh new...
Make by TFS — Fresh Bloom + Ivy Makes

Make by TFS — Fresh Bloom + Ivy Makes

Our recent shipment of Japanese prints has been flying out the door in stores and online this week! Spring is well and truly here in the Southern Hemisphere and our team have been busy with new season...
Make by TFS — Cotton Check Bloom Shirt

Make by TFS — Cotton Check Bloom Shirt

Hooray! Our popular Make by TFS Bloom Shirt + Dress pattern is now available in paper format. To celebrate, we made up a new version in one of our recent cotton arrivals. A cotton Bloom is a...
Make by TFS — Bloom Shirt + Dress in Liberty Tana Lawn

Make by TFS — Bloom Shirt + Dress in Liberty Tana Lawn

Many a sewist knows that Liberty Tana Lawn Cotton is an oh-so-dreamy fabric option for shirts! This week on the blog, we feature our Make by TFS Bloom Shirt + Dress in Liberty Tana Lawn - Moon Dust...
Make by TFS — Bloom + Ivy in Crisp Cottons

Make by TFS — Bloom + Ivy in Crisp Cottons

A super exciting shipment of new season cottons in bold checks, stripes, and ginghams have arrived from Japan! Lightweight cottons like these are ideal for shirtdresses and tops, and we think our Bloom Dress and Ivy Top below make...
Make by TFS — Striped Sparrow Set

Make by TFS — Striped Sparrow Set

Our Make by TFS Sparrow Set is an ideal pattern for honing your sewing skills; with beginner-level construction, a relaxed, simple pyjama-style silhouette and classic detailing. Four crisp striped chambray styles arrived recently as part...
Pattern Review — Donny Shirt

Pattern Review — Donny Shirt

A breezy shirt is a must for southern hemisphere summer wardrobes! The Donny Shirt from Friday Pattern Company ticks all the right boxes, with its simple boxy silhouette and minimal detailing. We've earmarked this pattern...
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...