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DIY Projects — Storage Boxes

DIY Projects — Storage Boxes

We recently spotted this great DIY from Create With Jenn over on Youtube, perfect timing for Plastic Free July projects! Storage boxes in a variety of sizes are a super handy way to organise a...
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...
Pattern Reviews — Merino Layers

Pattern Reviews — Merino Layers

It's no secret that our ZQ Premium Merino is a staff favourite here at TFS, and for good reason! It's super-soft, moisture-wicking for temperature regulation and has hypoallergenic properties, making it an ideal choice for...
DIY Projects — Beeswax Food Wraps

DIY Projects — Beeswax Food Wraps

Plastic Free July is the perfect time to kick start (or renew) those DIY projects for reducing plastics around the home! Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part...
Pattern Reviews — Saguaro Set

Pattern Reviews — Saguaro Set

We love the versatile, vacation-ready vibes of a #MeMade matching set, and the recently release Saguaro Set from Friday Pattern Company is an ideal pattern to tap into this growing trend. Saguaro is a two...
Fabric Guides — ZQ Premium Merino

Fabric Guides — ZQ Premium Merino

Did you know that merino is one of the world’s oldest breeds of sheep, originating in Spain as far back as the 12th century?! Merino sheep produce extremely fine and soft wool, making fabric that...
Make by TFS — Staff Made May Jeans

Make by TFS — Staff Made May Jeans

Meet our May Jean pattern! Our very own traditional jean pattern, designed for denim and to be worn with a variety of our Make by TFS patterns while being easily customisable to create your own...
Make by TFS — Curved Back Waistband Adjustment

Make by TFS — Curved Back Waistband Adjustment

In this post, we go through a simple alteration to the May Jean waistband to accommodate a curve in your lower back. We strongly recommend sewing a toile (sample garment) in calico fabric (or similar)...
Make by TFS — Fog Tank Hack

Make by TFS — Fog Tank Hack

Like a tried-and-true tee or denim jeans, classic tank tops have the ability to instantly transcend trends! They’re a trusty wardrobe staple, a comfortable layering tool to combat the cold when worn under knitwear and...