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The Avid Seamstress

Hello. We’re The Avid Seamstress, a London based pattern company dedicated to helping modern women enjoy the art of sewing.

With a dedication to producing quality products with easy-to-follow instructions, we strive to bring together a community of women to empower and inspire each other through sewing.

Get in touch – hello@theavidseamstress.co.uk
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A huge shout out to the amazing team that supported me at Knitting and Stitching Show. I am so grateful to be surrounded by such incredible humans ❤ THANK YOU - Tess, Tish, Sam, Cherice, Iurdana & Kavitha. I feel exhilarated and blessed to have spent these few days with you! What a blast! Cait - we missed you! ANOTHER BIG THANK YOU to Eleanor - you also worked so hard in the background producing the most beautiful garments for the stand. Thank you Eleanor. THANK YOU to the team in the background that worked so hard getting the stand looking so fab - Mark, Matthew & Fabian - we couldn't have done it without you
Day 1 Knitting & Stitching - we can't wait to see you ❤
If you are coming to K&S 10-13 October at  Pali you don't want to miss this competition. Head to our stand TGI34 in the West Hall and grab a flyer - you'll know what to do once you have the flyer..
We are so ready for K&S - we can't wait to see you! Stand TGI34 in the West Hall. Come and see our sewing patterns, browse our fabric & notions and if you're there at 10.30 don"t miss the fashion show 👏 @theknittingandstitchingshows

SEWING PATTERNS

  • The Shift Dress
  • The A-Line Dress – Info & Tutorial
  • The Raglan Adult – Info & Tutorial
  • The Day Dress – Info & Tutorial
  • The Sheath Dress – Info & Tutorial
  • The Raglan Dress – Info & Tutorial
  • The Gathered Dress
  • The City Trousers – Info & Tutorial
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  • Don’t miss the Avid Seamstress Fashion Show
  • Save the date – We’re at the Knitting & Stitching Show October 2019
  • Sharpen your sewing needles for our September & October Sewing Classes
  • Set Sail Indian Cotton
  • The Drop Sleeve Top workshops

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A huge shout out to the amazing team that supported me at Knitting and Stitching Show. I am so grateful to be surrounded by such incredible humans ❤ THANK YOU - Tess, Tish, Sam, Cherice, Iurdana & Kavitha. I feel exhilarated and blessed to have spent these few days with you! What a blast! Cait - we missed you! ANOTHER BIG THANK YOU to Eleanor - you also worked so hard in the background producing the most beautiful garments for the stand. Thank you Eleanor. THANK YOU to the team in the background that worked so hard getting the stand looking so fab - Mark, Matthew & Fabian - we couldn't have done it without you
Day 1 Knitting & Stitching - we can't wait to see you ❤
If you are coming to K&S 10-13 October at  Pali you don't want to miss this competition. Head to our stand TGI34 in the West Hall and grab a flyer - you'll know what to do once you have the flyer..
We are so ready for K&S - we can't wait to see you! Stand TGI34 in the West Hall. Come and see our sewing patterns, browse our fabric & notions and if you're there at 10.30 don"t miss the fashion show 👏 @theknittingandstitchingshows
We are bursting with excitement to tell you about the brand new Fashion Show at this year's Knitting & Stitching Show 10-13 October This is your chance to see our sewing patterns sashaying down the catwalk every day at 10.30 am. Take a seat and gain inspiration for your next sewing project and then come and meet us at stand TG134. The Fashion Show is free to attend for all Knitting & Stitching Show ticket holders. K&S - Alexandra Palace 10-13 October The Avid Seamstress team will be returning to the fabulous Knitting & Stitching Show taking place at Alexandra Palace in London. From 10th-13th October, The Avid Seamstress will be exhibiting at the show. You can try on The Coat to find your perfect size, see our popular patterns made up and get help and advice on our products. We've also got a show competition that you don't want to miss. We can't wait to meet you. Stand TG134 TICKET OFFER We are delighted to offer you a unique discount code that you can redeem against your ticket. Instead of paying £16 for an advance adult ticket and £14.50 for concession, you will pay just £13.50 / £13 (£1.95 booking fee applies, £2.50 for postal) Simply pop TRADE13 into the promo section when booking your ticket To book tickets head to http://www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com/london or call 0844 873 7343 and quote code TRADE13 when prompted.
SAVE THE DATE K&S - Alexandra Palace 10-13 October We’re so excited to tell you that The Avid Seamstress team will be returning to the fabulous Knitting & Stitching Show taking place at Alexandra Palace in London. From 10th-13th October, The Avid Seamstress will be exhibiting at the show. You can try on The Coat to find your perfect size, see our popular patterns made up and get help and advice on our products. We've also got a show competition that you don't want to miss. We can't wait to meet you. Stand TG134 TICKET OFFER We are delighted to offer you a unique discount code that you can redeem against your ticket. Instead of paying £16 for an advance adult ticket and £14.50 for concession, you will pay just £13.50 / £13 (£1.95 booking fee applies, £2.50 for postal) Simply pop TRADE13 into the promo section when booking your ticket To book tickets head to http://www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com/london or call 0844 873 7343 and quote code TRADE13 when prompted.

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