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Friends of TFS — Gill Crawshaw

Friends of TFS — Gill Crawshaw

We know there are an incredibly diverse group of disabled creatives in our community, and Disability Pride Month has us talking about disability visibility and allyship. We meet curator and disability activist Gill Crawshaw on...
Friends of TFS — Katie of Papercut Patterns

Friends of TFS — Katie of Papercut Patterns

As the genius behind Nelson-based pattern brand Papercut Patterns, Katie Romagnoli needs little introduction in the sewing community. Katie's been a dear friend of TFS for many years and this week we take a behind-the-scenes look...
Friends of TFS — Sara Abusheikh

Friends of TFS — Sara Abusheikh

Meet Sara, talented creative, passionate sewist and a former team member of our TFS LA store back in 2017. Sara has turned her love for creating, instilled in her by her creative parents, into a...
Friends of TFS — Sydney Opening Event

Friends of TFS — Sydney Opening Event

Last week we had the pleasure of hosting community friends in our new Sydney store in Newtown. DIY Daisy and Melody of Soften Studio joined us and we crafted, chatted, ate and laughed the night...
Friends of TFS — Tara — Paper Theory

Friends of TFS — Tara — Paper Theory

We love the ethos behind Tara Viggo's popular brand Paper Theory; sewing patterns created with dedicated attention to detail by a skilled industry professional, so us sewists at home can create contemporary, sustainable clothes that fit...
Pattern Review — Ginger Tie Top

Pattern Review — Ginger Tie Top

Meet the Ginger Tie Top, summery simplicity at it's cutest and a great pattern to try if you are just starting out! This week we review this easy-sew pattern using a soft stripey linen. Read...
Pattern Review — Margo Pinafore

Pattern Review — Margo Pinafore

Meet Margo, the popular pinafore dress pattern from UK-based Merchant and Mills! Margo sports a playful silhouette and some very sensible detailing, the perfect match for practical corduroy. This pattern can be made short like our version,...
Pattern Review — Tie Waist Blouse

Pattern Review — Tie Waist Blouse

We're continuing spring pattern reviews this week, with this cute sleeveless pattern from Copenhagen based Puff and Pencil! With long ties to cinch the waist, side splits and a tie back neck, this beginner-friendly pattern suits...
Pattern Review — Yari Jumpsuit

Pattern Review — Yari Jumpsuit

We've heard so many great things about the Yari Jumpsuit and after sewing up our own, we'd have to agree! It's an ultra cute wearable style featuring a V neckline with a button front and...