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Pattern Review — Ginger Tie Top

Pattern Review — Ginger Tie Top

Meet the Ginger Tie Top, summery simplicity at it's cutest and a great pattern to try if you are just starting out! This week we review this easy-sew pattern using a soft stripey linen. Read...
Pattern Review — Anna Allen Pomona Pants

Pattern Review — Anna Allen Pomona Pants

This week we refreshed our pattern review of the popular Pomona Pants from Anna Allen, a tried and true favourite for many sewists!
Friends of TFS — Tara — Paper Theory

Friends of TFS — Tara — Paper Theory

We love the ethos behind Tara Viggo's popular brand Paper Theory; sewing patterns created with dedicated attention to detail by a skilled industry professional, so us sewists at home can create contemporary, sustainable clothes that fit...
Staff Made — Olivia's Billie Overalls

Staff Made — Olivia's Billie Overalls

If you're looking to make a practical and fun addition to your toddler or pre-schooler's wardrobe, this pattern from Australian brand The Ordinary Folk might be just the ticket! Olivia from our HQ team has been searching...
TFS Sydney — Things To Do In Newtown

TFS Sydney — Things To Do In Newtown

Our Sydney store recently moved into Newtown! We've scouted the area for some of the best cafes, restaurants and shops — take a look if you are planning a visit! To help those not familiar...
Staff Made — Bianca + Craig's Activewear

Staff Made — Bianca + Craig's Activewear

Our team are a talented bunch! Online assistant Bianca is a trapeze star and this week we thought you'd like to see these brilliant new activewear sets she made for herself and trapeze partner and...
Friends of TFS — Sydney Opening Event

Friends of TFS — Sydney Opening Event

Last week we had the pleasure of hosting community friends in our new Sydney store in Newtown. DIY Daisy and Melody of Soften Studio joined us and we crafted, chatted, ate and laughed the night...
Guides + Tips — Best PDF Pattern Printers — NZ + AUS

Guides + Tips — Best PDF Pattern Printers — NZ + AUS

Trouble finding a printer? We've picked our top independent printers for PDF pattern printing in New Zealand and Australia! Purchased a PDF pattern and unsure where to get it printed? Tired of using up precious...
Pattern Review — Ogden Cami + Slip Dress

Pattern Review — Ogden Cami + Slip Dress

True Bias’s Ogden Cami pattern is a tried and true fave amongst our HQ team, so this week on the blog, we decided to hack it into a slip. This hack would totally be suitable...