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Pattern Reviews — Papercut Patterns Nexus Blouse

Pattern Reviews — Papercut Patterns Nexus Blouse

We've been looking forward to making up the Nexus Blouse by Papercut Patterns since its release! Made up in a linen rayon blend, we love its voluminous gathered sleeves and vintage poetic style. This blouse...
Pattern Reviews — Trina Wrap

Pattern Reviews — Trina Wrap

A luxe wrap dress is without a doubt a timeless and versatile addition to any #memade wardrobe! Whether you’re looking for a statement party piece, a trans-seasonal layering staple or an elegant robe to swan...
Pattern Reviews — Meridian Dress

Pattern Reviews — Meridian Dress

Pattern Review Meridian Dress from Papercut Patterns The Meridian is such a lovely versatile style and is part of the recently released Geo collection from our friends at Papercut Patterns. We referred Zosia’s measurements to...
Pattern Reviews — Peppermint Playsuit

Pattern Reviews — Peppermint Playsuit

It’s a super easy to wear summer staple with a bib front, patch pockets and tie straps. We definitely recommend giving this pattern a try, not only is it FREE, but you’ll get a very...
DIY Projects — Reusable Food Wraps

DIY Projects — Reusable Food Wraps

Here at The Fabric Store, we love learning new ways to reduce waste so we decided to make some reusable food wraps to eliminate the need for cling wrap at our workplace. If you would...
DIY Projects — Linen Baby Bloomers

DIY Projects — Linen Baby Bloomers

With summertime just a hop and a skip away here in New Zealand, we’re getting the little ones warm weather ready with a simple pair of DIY Linen Bloomers. These Bloomers by indie pattern company...
Colour Update — Merino Baby Essentials

Colour Update — Merino Baby Essentials

We've updated our Merino Baby Essentials blog post to feature our new ZQ 200gsm Premium Merino Colours, with a handful of new neutral shades as well as some fun, highlight colours you'll have fun mix...
Pattern Reviews — Zero Waste Brumer Dress

Pattern Reviews — Zero Waste Brumer Dress

Why hello there fabriholics! We couldn’t think of a better way to start pattern reviews for 2019 than with this fabulous zero-waste dress from Milan AV-JC. This delicious wrap style from French patternmaker/ designer Mylène...
Pattern Reviews — Kielo Wrap Dress

Pattern Reviews — Kielo Wrap Dress

We’ve seen so many beautiful versions of the Kielo Wrap Dress from Named Clothing online, so we jumped at the chance to make up our own using our ZQ Premium Merino! The Kielo is a...