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DIY Projects — Sewing Studio Equipment

DIY Projects — Sewing Studio Equipment

For our DIY blog post this week, we created a few much-needed pieces of equipment that are essential to have on-hand for any sewist! These pieces have been wonderfully helpful additions to our sewing studio,...
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...
Guides + Tips  — How To Use A PDF Pattern

Guides + Tips — How To Use A PDF Pattern

Keen to try a Make by TFS PDF sewing pattern? Read our handy guide for using PDF patterns! Many sewing pattern brands, including our own Make by TFS patterns, offer PDF download versions of sewing patterns for at...
Pattern Review — Yari Jumpsuit

Pattern Review — Yari Jumpsuit

We've heard so many great things about the Yari Jumpsuit and after sewing up our own, we'd have to agree! It's an ultra cute wearable style featuring a V neckline with a button front and...
Pattern Review — Tie Waist Blouse

Pattern Review — Tie Waist Blouse

We're continuing spring pattern reviews this week, with this cute sleeveless pattern from Copenhagen based Puff and Pencil! With long ties to cinch the waist, side splits and a tie back neck, this beginner-friendly pattern suits...
Pattern Review — Margo Pinafore

Pattern Review — Margo Pinafore

Meet Margo, the popular pinafore dress pattern from UK-based Merchant and Mills! Margo sports a playful silhouette and some very sensible detailing, the perfect match for practical corduroy. This pattern can be made short like our version,...
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...
Lucie Robe — Choosing Your Fabric

Lucie Robe — Choosing Your Fabric

Our very first Make by TFS pattern, the Lucie Robe, launched today and we're SO excited! We wanted to share some suggestions for fabric that works well with this pattern. Lucie is a modern, full-length,...
Make by TFS — August Skirt in Buffalo Check Linen

Make by TFS — August Skirt in Buffalo Check Linen

Say hello to our new Buffalo Check Linen, a large scale bone and black square check in a super luxe 215gsm weight. This yarn dyed fabric is made from European Flax certified yarn creating a lovely...