Our pattern brand Make by TFS has evolved from our desire to encourage as many people as possible to sew their own clothing slowly, a natural extension of our sustainable and ethical business values and our design-driven philosophy. We launched Make by TFS in July 2020 with a single pattern (our Lucie Robe!), and have since grown our pattern wardrobe with more than ten popular styles.

We're huge supporters of home sewing, crafts, and the#MeMademovement, and appreciate the time and care that goes into creating garments by hand. Our patterns are designed and created end-to-end by our HQ team. The full range is available in PDF format from our Online Store, as well as selected patterns in paper format both in-store and online. In our stores you'll also find samples made up in our fabrics available for each garment!

It's important to our team to ensure we are able to offer our Make by TFS patterns in a wide range of sizes. We're so proud that all of our patterns are offered in sizes 4-32, based on New Zealand women's sizes. This size ranges from 77cm (30.3”) – 149cm (58.7”) in the bust, 57cm (22.4”) – 131.5cm (51.8”) in the waist and 87cm (34.3”) – 159.5cm (62.8”) in the hip. All patterns are drafted for an average height of 5'7. Check out each product page for finished garment measurement charts, and the body measurements chart below.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer our size grading/size extension service due to resource restrictions in our Head Office team. We do have selected patterns with extensions available, so please do get in touch if you are interested in this service and we will let you know if your pattern is available.

Have a question about our Make by TFS patterns or pattern sizing?
Get in touch by emailing patterns@thefabricstore.co.nz