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Make by TFS — FREE Fog Tee PDF Turtleneck Extension

Make by TFS — FREE Fog Tee PDF Turtleneck Extension

We're welcoming eight new Exclusive ZQ Premium Merino fabrics to our range this week! These fresh new season colours are just in time for the cooler weather setting in here in the southern hemisphere. Introducing Moonstone, Turmeric, Dusky Orchid, Chestnut,Army, Olive, Ruby and Mulberry, now...
Make by TFS — Fog Tee in Merino Boucle

Make by TFS — Fog Tee in Merino Boucle

Recently here at The Fabric Store we managed to secure a large canceled designer order of two ultra-classic black Heavyweight Merino Ponte and Boucle knits! These cosy 320 & 350gsm styles have excellent stability and body, making them a...
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...
Make by TFS — Floral May Jean

Make by TFS — Floral May Jean

Our Make by TFS May Jean is a classic high waisted jean pattern set, featuring a zip fly closure, high rise fit and five pocket construction - an ideal wardrobe staple! May comes with three leg cuts...
Make by TFS — Fawn Poppy Coat

Make by TFS — Fawn Poppy Coat

Our Make by TFS Poppy Coat makes the most incredible base for showcasing so many different coating fabrics including timeless tones like fawn, ecru and camel. Practical, stylish, and simple to pair with everything from jeans and...
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 — 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 — Choosing Fabric For Ivy

Make by TFS — Choosing Fabric For Ivy

Our Ivy Dress + Top is the newest member of our Make by TFS patterns family! With options galore, you'll be endlessly dreaming up versions to add to your wardrobe rotation.Ivy is an everyday staple, modern dress + top...
Make by TFS — Cass Shorts Hack

Make by TFS — Cass Shorts Hack

It's springtime here in the Southern Hemisphere and with warmer weather on the cards, we're busy planning our trans-seasonal sewing projects. A pair of structured shorts makes a chic yet practical wardrobe addition and our Make...