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Indie Sewing Patterns | The Best Reviews
Browse my extensive range of DIY indie sewing patterns dressmaking projects.
From bold dress patterns to exquisite blouse patterns, my DIY sewing projects will inspire all levels of sewing ability. I have sewn with Colette, Tilly and the Buttons, Sewaholic Patterns, Closet Case, By Hand London, Megan Nielsen, Grainline Studio, Simple Sew, to name a few of the carefully curated dressmaking patterns I have reviewed.
For honest unbiased indie dress making patterns reviews then read on to see why I have loved or hated sewing these garments.
Be inspired by the fabric choices and patterns combination.
Sew House Seven Nehalem Pants x3 | For Him, Her & Me
I sewed a trio of SewHouse7 Nehalem pants! I believe when you sew three of the same pattern it becomes a TNT? How about when the pattern is something that... Read More
DIY Summer Wrap Dress PatternEasy Review
I love florals! Summer is my favourite season wherein my twin loves of sewing and gardening mingle perfectly! I can enjoy the inspirations offered by the ever-blooming flowers in my... Read More
Sew Different Flounce Dress Sewing Pattern Review + Step by Step Tutorial
I sewed this dress for a special date night to celebrate an anniversary. I used the Flounce Dress from Sew Different patterns. It’s a fun dress to sew and wear.... Read More
Grasser Women’s Top Pattern No. 496 Review
This post is a pattern review of Grasser Patterns Womens Top no. 469. This top was inspired by a top that I saw on Pinterest which had deep cuff sleeves.... Read More
Colette Patterns Moneta Knit Dress – 9th one!
For this month’s Minerva Blogger Network project is my 9th Colette Patterns Moneta knit dress. I think by the time you sew the same pattern nine times – its become... Read More
Grasser Pattern No. 639 Pattern Review | MEN’S Cashmere COAT
Update 13/02/2020. In this post, I am sharing my Grasser men’s coat NO. 639 pattern review. But first, this story starts with the Thread Theory Goldstream Peacoat – My first... Read More
SewHouse7 Toaster Sweater Pattern Review |
For this month’s Minervacrafts Blogger Network project I am chatting about the SewHouse7 Toaster Sweater pattern review. With 2 versions available in one – this sewing pattern from independent pattern... Read More
Sculptural Bucket Coat Sewing Pattern Review
I never knew I needed a bucket coat until I saw one. In this post, I share my pattern review of the Sculptural Bucket Coat sewing pattern designed by Tree... Read More
Musings on Frocktails2019 hosted by Sew Different Patterns
I recently had the pleasure of attending Frocktails 2019 in Clackheaton where designer Laura Casey of Sew Different Patterns has her studio. It was the second this sewcial event has... Read More
Named Patterns Helmi Tunic Dress Sewing Pattern Review
Going outside my comfort zone is something I try to do as much as is possible. This month MCBN project (which you can read on Minerva here) is no exception!... Read More
Video SewAlong| How to Sew – Everyday Chic Dress by Sew Different Patterns
I am super excited about today’s Everyday Chic Dress sew-along video because it features a sewing pattern I love very much. I have sewn 3 Everyday Chic Dresses so far... Read More
Colette Seamwork Neenah Knit Dress Sewing Pattern Review
Pattern Description: Seamwork Neenah is a turtle neck knit dress. Knee-length. Long sleeves. PDF. Pattern Sizing: XS – 3XL. I sewed the medium. Did it look like the photo/drawing on... Read More
Art Gallery Fabrics Painterly Wash Everyday Chic Dress
I sewed another Everyday Chic Dress in delicious Art Gallery Fabric Denim Chambray – Painterly Wash for the Minerva Blogger Network. I love it turned out and here is the... Read More
Grasser No. 132 Raglan Sleeve Dress Sewing Pattern Review
Pattern review of Grasser No. 132 Raglan Sleeve Dress sewn in a Lady McElroy viscose jersey.... Read More
Winnats Tank – Beginners Guide to Sewing with Knits by Wendy Ward
Pattern review of the Everyday Chic Dress from Sew Different - an British based indie sewing pattern company created by Laura Casey... Read More
The Avid Seamstress The Sheath Dress Pattern Review
Pattern review of the Everyday Chic Dress from Sew Different - an British based indie sewing pattern company created by Laura Casey... Read More
Sew Different Everyday Chic Dress Sewing Pattern Review
Pattern review of the Everyday Chic Dress from Sew Different - an British based indie sewing pattern company created by Laura Casey... Read More
MCBN December: Grainline Studio Archer Button Up Shirt
It amazes me that I have had Grainline Studio’s Archer shirt pattern printed, taped and cut for over 2 years! I faltered at the step of pairing it with a... Read More
Halla Coat from Named Patterns: Breaking the Pattern Book
A few months ago MinervaCrafts and Quadrille offered me an opportunity to review a sewing book that would be released in November. I eagerly signed up along with 4 other... Read More
SWAP2017 Pt 6: By Hand London Anna Dress in Frida Kahlo
Last year I was working full steam on a SWAP2017 wardrobe. You can read some of the previous SWAP2017 posts here <link here>. https://www.instagram.com/p/BUsOQDNgM69/ This is the fifth garment that I... Read More