The Pattern Pages

Things have changed in the sewing industry over the last few years. Today, there’s so many exciting new independent pattern companies, and dressmaking bloggers out there, as well as the major commercial companies, but there’s no longer a magazine dedicated solely to dressmaking. We keep you up-to-date with the latest sewing pattern news, fashion trends for the seasons and how to replicate them in your sewing. We also have lots of sewing tips and advice form experts to help you make your own clothes look the best they can.

A happy New Year!

ON OUR RADAR • Things we thought you might like to know….

LOSE THE SLEEVES • Sleeveless jackets, cardigans, blazers and gilets are a popular look at the moment. Here are some of our favourite versatile patterns that embrace this style!

TISSUE FITTING • Fit fashion patterns with tissue fitting, the Palmer/Pletsch method with Pamela Leggett

HOOKED on books • Get your sewing mojo back with a good book!

10 MINUTES WITH… Clair Heal from Emporia Patterns

AESTIVA Sleeveless Vest • FREE for annual magazine subscribers of thepatternpages.com

PATTERN preview • Our favourite new patterns hot off the press!

RESPECTFUL textiles • Emma Price and Jackie Mahoney explain how the desire to weave has brought them together to form Cloth Atelier to promote and preserve the creation of beautiful cloth made by skilled craftspeople!

A-Z who’s who in scandinavia • Love Scandi styling – we take a look at some of the pattern makers from Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark!

EVERY DAY DENIM • Update the hardest-working garments in your wardrobe with the latest denim styles from jeans to jackets!

SEW denim • Tips and tricks for making jeans and denim know-how!

DENIM! • DOESN’T JUST COME IN BLUE

the EDIT weekend away What to pack for a short break • Holidays abroad might not be on the cards this year but we can all do with a short break at home and it’s the perfect time to show off a handmade wardrobe!

GET THE measure OF IT • TAKING ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS IS SO IMPORTANT WHEN SEWING. HERE’S SOME TRIED & TESTED MEASURING TOOLS AND SOME BRAND NEW ONES TOO!

meet the maker CRIS WOOD • We meet Cris Wood who creates unconventional garment patterns that are intended to reduce waste and written with beginners and sustainable sewers in mind!

WE Checks! • A modern take on the checkered trend!

60 MIN make Re-usable Sanitary Pads • Learn how to make reusable sanitary pads to save money and help the environment with designer, Tommie Hernandez from www.sirenapatterns.com

made to measure • It’s so important to take accurate measurements when making your own clothes. Here's a recap on how to get the best fit!

BUYING A NEW SEWING MACHINE • Buying a new sewing machine can seem a little daunting. Here are some top tips on what to consider before you purchase!