Posts filed under: Indie Sewing Patterns | The Best Reviews

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.

Avid Seamstress The Blouse Review

Welcome to my Avid Seamstress The Blouse Review post. I sewed this top as part of a Minerva Kit as a Minerva Brand Ambassador. Minerva Kits include all the notions... Read More

The Avid Seamstress The Sun Dress Sewing Pattern Review x3

In the middle of the hottest summer in UK this week, I am sharing three of my favorite summer dress sewing patterns – The Avid Seamstress The Sun Dress. The... Read More

Pauline Alice Patterns Carme Blouse Sewing Pattern Review

This summer I am sharing some of my favourite summer sewing projects. Today’s summer sewing project is the Carme Blouse from Spain-based independent pattern company Pauline Alice Patterns. They have... Read More

6x Kate & Rose Giselle Dress Sewing Pattern Review

Updated 12/7/2022. This is a pattern review of two views of Kate & Rose Giselle Dress Sewing pattern. I have 6 of the Giselle dress versions to share in this... Read More

Tessuti Patterns Apron Sewing Pattern Review

I sewed up the Tessuti Patterns Apron sewing pattern using a neutral beige linen fabric to recreate a Japanese crossback style apron that I have admired for a while. One... Read More

Jalie Nico Raglan Tee 3669 Sewing Pattern Review

Here is a favourite raglan T-shirt sewing pattern that I have sewn 5 times already – Jalie 3669 Nico Raglan Tee. I love sewing for my husband as it is... Read More

Trend Patterns Raglan Dress TPC22 Sewing Pattern Review

Today’s post is a Trend Patterns Raglan Dress TPC22 sewing pattern review that I made last year in the most gorgeous Liberty Silk. I’ll start off by saying that I... Read More

Nina Lee Southbank Sweater Sewing Pattern Review

Today’s post is all about the perfect little sweater dress for fall! It’s the Nina Lee Southbank Sweater Dress pattern review – a cute dress I sewed up last season... Read More

Ottobre Design Women 5/2018 Rosy Dreams Dress Review x2

Today’s post is an Ottobre Design Woman 5/2018 Rosy Dreams dress sewing pattern review. When I saw this issue of Ottobre Design Woman I liked just every single style. Ottobre... Read More

Paprika Patterns Jasper Sweater Dress Sewing Pattern Review

Today’s post is a Paprika Patterns Jasper Sweater Dress sewing pattern review. This is one of those sweater dress styles that can create an elevated fall look. The asymmetric hood... Read More

Grasser No. 217 Sewing Pattern Review | Free Pattern

Welcome to today’s post which is a Grasser No. 217 sewing pattern review. Grasser No. 217 is a free sewing pattern from the Russian pattern company. I have sewn with... Read More

Marfy 3531 Sewing Pattern Review

Today’s post is a Marfy 3531 sewing pattern review. I sewed this dress in time for summer as I wanted a cute style dress for special events. I knew that... Read More

Deer & Doe Melilot Shirt Pattern Review – Liberty Tana Lawn and AGF Rayon

Two Deer & Doe Melilot Shirts Review – Tana Lawn and Rayon Challis Todays post is a Deer & Doe Melilot Shirt pattern review. Its always pleasing when I like... Read More

Lekala #4235 Sewing Pattern Review | Sequins Dress

Today’s post is a Lekala #4235 sewing pattern review. This sewing project is definitely a once in a wardrobe type of garment. I sewed it using bright color sequins fabric.... Read More

Grasser No.595 Pattern Review | DIY Cami Top

Today’s post is a pattern review of Grasser No. 595 Cami slip top. I sewed it up in Art Gallery Fabrics Rayon using just a little over a half meter.... Read More

Simple Sew Shannon Dress Sewing Pattern Review | Quick Dressmaking Project

Today’s post is a Simple Sew Shannon Dress review. This is a dress that got so much wear once I sewed it up and it traveled with me (pre lockdown)... Read More

Megan Nielsen Harper Shorts Sewing Pattern Review | Ponte Shorts

Today’s post is a review of Megan Nielsen Harper Shorts sewing pattern. I sewed them in a stable ponte fabric. I don’t usually wear shorts as I prefer dresses and... Read More

Cloud9 Fabrics Barkcloth Cocoon Dress – DIY Sewing Project

I sewed up another DIY sewing project – Simple Sew Cocoon Dress using Cloud9 barkcloth dressmaking fabric. Given that this is a sewing pattern that I have used to sew... Read More

Grasser No. 569 Pattern Review | Loungewear Edition |Over sized Hoodie Dress

Have you ever sewed a garment that makes you think that you could live out the rest of your life wearing just this one garment? I recently made such a... Read More

True Bias Ogden Cami Review – Instant Gratification Sewing

I am blown away by the simple beauty of the Ogden Cami top. I am also kicking myself in the bum for taking so long to sew up one of... Read More