The Raglan – by June (our lovely sewing friend)

June, thank you so much for sending us the pictures of The Raglan you made, not once but twice, for your granddaughter. They look gorgeous in both fabrics. I am sure she is going to love them! June’s feedback on the pattern was “the pattern was easy to follow and quick to make up. I really […]

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What a launch!

There have been so many emotions leading up to the launch of our patterns – we have been buzzing! Turning up to a very purple stand at the Excel in London, we couldn’t wait to get started! A few floorboards, posters, lighting, black fleece from the great fabric shop opposite us, Avid Seamstress products and we were ready……… Over the […]

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tick tock tick tock

One more sleep and we officially launch The Avid Seamstress patterns! Thank you to everyone that’s been on this awesome journey with us! See you tomorrow…………  

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4 days till launch…. busy busy busy…

Exciting stuff… boxes are packed and we are getting ready for the launch! Have you bought your ticket yet? We will be presenting our first range of sewing patterns at The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show at the Excel in London 19-21 November 2015! Click here –  The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show – to buy your […]

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Do you have your ticket yet? 19 November! Come and see us

We are counting down the days to the launch of our sewing pattern range! We will be presenting our first range of sewing patterns at The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show at the Excel in London 19-21 November 2015! Click here –  The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show – to buy your ticket as soon as possible […]

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Look what arrived today!

Our envelope proofs! We are over the moon! It’s all coming together and we can’t wait to share the patterns with you!

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Save the date!

We are counting down the days to the launch of our sewing pattern range! We will be presenting our first range of sewing patterns at The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show at the Excel in London 19-21 November 2015! Click here –  The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show – to buy your ticket as soon as possible […]

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It’s all coming together

Look what arrived today! Our a5 cards that will included with our gorgeous sewing patterns!

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Proud moment!

A very proud moment at The Avid Seamstress – seeing our patterns printed on pattern paper!

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Sneak peak!

We’re buzzing at The Avid Seamstress studio! Our first sewing pattern range is becoming a reality and we can’t wait to share them with you! Today we are making up one of our gorgeous dresses “The Sheath Dress” … here’s a sneak peak at the fabric we are using!

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Exciting news!

  We’re freshening up! We’re taking some time to work on some exciting new features that will bring life to the wonderful world of sewing, from beautiful photography and an insight into my passion for sewing to our very own patterns for you to make ! We’ll be back soon, but in the meantime you […]

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A guide to buying a sewing machine!

We love sewing at The Avid Seamstress! The excitement of choosing a pattern and browsing gorgeous fabric for your project makes us giddy with joy! Having a sewing machine that you love and the right tools to get you started will make the journey into sewing a pleasure. We also know that the craft market […]

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A huge thank you to everyone that took part in our survey! your wonderful feedback is very important to us as we design our new range of sewing patterns! We loved reading everything you had to say – how much you love sewing, who makes your favourite sewing patterns and what you love making! Sounds like there […]

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With the anticipation of the launch of our new pattern range, we are gathering information to ensure we offer the best patterns on the market. We would only be able to achieve this by understanding how you lovely seamstresses out there view patterns and sewing. For providing your feedback you will have the opportunity at […]

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Merchant and Mills Top 64 ~ LOVE!

This is my beautiful Merchant and Mills Top64 made in a gorgeous organic denim. I can’t remember the last time I have enjoyed making something so much – the pattern was a dream to work with, simple and easy instructions and it all just came together so beautifully. The fit is gorgeous and I am […]

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Tote bag love – beginners tutorial

Dreaming of a big gorgeous tote bag to carry all my lovely sewing stuff to workshops… where can I find the perfect pattern? OH! I know! I will make a pattern and tutorial aimed at beginners and just to add to the fun let’s get together and do this as a workshop too ……… So, […]

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New workshops for Jan/Feb/Mar

Come and join our workshops for 2015! Learn to sew or make some gorgeous projects at our fun and fabulous workshops. They take place in two locations in North London – Fortis Green and Palmers Green. Click on the IMAGES below to go straight to the workshop pages on our website for more details and to […]

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Merry Christmas from The Avid Seamstress

Thank you to those that have joined me at our workshops, I’ve made some fabulous sewing friends and I love that there are so many “avid seamstresses” out there! We’ve had an amazing year and launched our website TheAvidSeamstress. Thank you to everyone that has had a look and bought gorgeous fabric, patterns and haberdashery […]

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