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London based sewing pattern company

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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
Call us – 07983 413 929

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  • 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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Learn how to cut and sew our popular Sheath Dress at @raystitch next Friday 27/10. In one day you can boost your sewing skills with invisible zips, facings and pockets. Make your dress in cosy brushed cotton or lightweight wool and pair with tights & boots for gorgeous winter style. Plus, when you sign up you get 10% off in the shop - to book visit www.raystitch.co.uk. Class runs from 1030-530 and costs £115 (includes lunch and your own Sheath Dress sewing pattern. #thesheathdress #sheathdress #imadethis #isew #iwantthatlook #imakemyclothes We’re looking for a studio assistant to join our lovely company - part time, 3-4 days a week. For all the info on the role go to www.theavidseamstress.com 😊 We’ve got a little treat for you... sign up to our newsletter and you’ll receive The Drop Sleeve Top - digital pattern for free!! Featuring a relaxed fit, The Drop Sleeve Top is a gorgeous garment perfect for beginners. Sizes 6-22. After signing up to our newsletter at www.theavidseamstress.co.uk we’ll send you, via email, the print at home & print at copy shop pattern, plus a detailed instruction online book. You can also print the pattern via our print service vice for only £4! *please note the pattern is emailed a few days after signing up. #dropsleeve #thedropsleevetop #avidseamstresses #imadethis #isew #sewing #sew #avidseamstresses What amazing comments about our Sheath Dress ❤️ ・・・ First wearable garment! #thesheathdress @theavidseamstress. This pattern is a dream to sew. The elastic casing gives the inside of the of the dress a professional finish. I’ve made another in denim, and purchased another fabric for a 3rd. Every time I sew something that doesn’t work I come back to the #sheathdress because I know it will be a success. #lovethispattern #memadewardrobe #learningtosew #instasew #instasewing #imademyclothes #handmadeisbetter #simplify #minimalism #keepitsimple #lovetosew #makersgonnamake #handmade #clothing #dress We are sooo excited to announce our winners from the three competitions we ran at The Great British Sewing Bee and Thread! Head over to www.theavidseamstress.com to see if you've won! #competitions #avidseamstress Day Dress twins ❤️ #daydress @threadfestival #sew #imakemyclothes #sew #avidseamstress
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Learn how to cut and sew our popular Sheath Dress at @raystitch next Friday 27/10. In one day you can boost your sewing skills with invisible zips, facings and pockets. Make your dress in cosy brushed cotton or lightweight wool and pair with tights & boots for gorgeous winter style. Plus, when you sign up you get 10% off in the shop - to book visit www.raystitch.co.uk. Class runs from 1030-530 and costs £115 (includes lunch and your own Sheath Dress sewing pattern. #thesheathdress #sheathdress #imadethis #isew #iwantthatlook #imakemyclothes We’re looking for a studio assistant to join our lovely company - part time, 3-4 days a week. For all the info on the role go to www.theavidseamstress.com 😊 We’ve got a little treat for you... sign up to our newsletter and you’ll receive The Drop Sleeve Top - digital pattern for free!! Featuring a relaxed fit, The Drop Sleeve Top is a gorgeous garment perfect for beginners. Sizes 6-22. After signing up to our newsletter at www.theavidseamstress.co.uk we’ll send you, via email, the print at home & print at copy shop pattern, plus a detailed instruction online book. You can also print the pattern via our print service vice for only £4! *please note the pattern is emailed a few days after signing up. #dropsleeve #thedropsleevetop #avidseamstresses #imadethis #isew #sewing #sew #avidseamstresses What amazing comments about our Sheath Dress ❤️ ・・・ First wearable garment! #thesheathdress @theavidseamstress. This pattern is a dream to sew. The elastic casing gives the inside of the of the dress a professional finish. I’ve made another in denim, and purchased another fabric for a 3rd. Every time I sew something that doesn’t work I come back to the #sheathdress because I know it will be a success. #lovethispattern #memadewardrobe #learningtosew #instasew #instasewing #imademyclothes #handmadeisbetter #simplify #minimalism #keepitsimple #lovetosew #makersgonnamake #handmade #clothing #dress We are sooo excited to announce our winners from the three competitions we ran at The Great British Sewing Bee and Thread! Head over to www.theavidseamstress.com to see if you've won! #competitions #avidseamstress Day Dress twins ❤️ #daydress @threadfestival #sew #imakemyclothes #sew #avidseamstress

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