A feminine dress for warm summer days. Features include gently ruffled sleeves and hemline, wrap skirt, bust darts and gathered waist with additional wrap skirt option. The wrap-around skirt option features a waistband with front and back darts.
Fabric
Light - Medium weight woven fabrics with drape. Silk, Rayon, Tencel, Linen, Cotton.
Model is 5’9” / 176cm
and wears NZ 8/XS | UK 8 | EU 36 | US 4
This project is an intermediate level sampler, a fun way to practice your favorite hand embroidery stitches in new, sometimes unexpected, ways. |
Your kit includes:
• Cool grey fabric permanently printed with the template.
• Hand embroidery needles
• 13 colors of DMC cotton embroidery floss organized on a floss card
• Color printed embroidery pattern
• A copy of the Beginner Guide
• A link to the online video tutorial |
The simple embroidery pattern includes a link to the video tutorial on YouTube, stitch and color keys and a color close up photo of stitched pattern.
This colorful little arts and crafts project is beginner friendly and the finished hoop art is sure to cheer up the home of all animal lovers. This gift set is packaged in a clear reusable bag so customers can easily see the quality of the hand embroidery supplies before purchase. |
The embroidery kit includes:
• Grey fabric stamped with the design
• 4 inch beechwood hand embroidery hoop for framing
• Thread card with DMC embroidery floss
• Embroidery needles
• The color printed embroidery instructions
• A copy of the Beginner Guide |
The embroidery pattern includes written instructions and suggested stitch order, stitch and color keys and a color close up photo of stitched pattern.
This floral wreath features some bee favorites: coneflowers, marigolds, zinnias, black-eyed Susans and cosmos. The project provides a fun opportunity to play with bright colors and an interesting mix of textures. |
The embroidery kit includes:
• Yellow cotton fabric, permanently printed with the pattern template
• 5 inch beechwood hand embroidery hoop
• 15 colors of DMC embroidery floss
• Embroidery needles
• The color printed embroidery pattern
• A copy of the Beginner Guide
A pleated A-line skirt with slanted pockets, side button fastenings and pleats for fullness. Soft and floaty in linen, or smart and hardy in cotton twill. Can be made lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - linen, cotton poplin, cotton voile, cotton sanded twill, hemp blends, Tencel/linen, needlecord, 4 - 8oz denim, lightweight wool, Indian handlooms (if narrow you may have to piece).
Sashiko Inspired Mending Stick 'n Stitch Cloudy Day Medium
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Add a dreamy, sashiko-inspired touch to your wardrobe with our Cloudy Day Visible Mending Pattern. This peel-and-stick embroidery design makes mending and embellishing garments easy, accessible, and fun. Whether you're repairing jeans, a jacket, or adding flair to a tote, this wash-away transfer eliminates the need for tracing, chalk, or measuring. Simply stick, stitch, and wash away! |
This pattern includes TWO mirrored cloud designs, perfect for patching elbows, knees, or sharing with a friend. Ideal for visible mending, slow fashion projects, and creative hand embroidery. |
Includes:
2 pages of adhesive transfer patterns (Stick and Stitch) (8.5" x 5.5") -
Step-by-step instructions with stitch tutorials |
Great for beginners and experienced makers alike. -
Works on denim, canvas, cotton, and other fabrics. -
Supports sustainable fashion and DIY repair. -
Perfect for Stick & Stitch lovers.
Sashiko Inspired Mending Stick 'n Stitch Magic Mushroom Small
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Add a touch of magic to your wardrobe with our Sashiko-Inspired Magic Mushroom Stick & Stitch Pattern. This whimsical mushroom design is perfect for visible mending, decorative stitching, or DIY clothing repair. Featuring intricate sashiko-style detailing, this peel-and-stick wash-away embroidery transfer makes it easy to stitch beautiful results—no chalk, tracing, or rulers needed. |
Key Features:
Magic Mushroom Design – Playful, mystical shape with sashiko-inspired patterns -
Effortless Application – Peel, stick, stitch, and wash away -
Versatile – Great for repairing denim, jackets, or embellishing accessories -
Beginner-Friendly – Comes with easy instructions and stitch guides |
What’s Included:
1 adhesive transfer (4.25" x 5.5") -
Instruction Guide
Sashiko Inspired Mending Stick 'n Stitch Hitomezashi Patterns
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Elevate your mending with the Hitomezashi Embroidery Visible Mending Pattern, designed for effortless repairs and creative customizations. These wash-away transfer patterns eliminate the need for rulers, chalk, or tracing paper—just peel, stick, stitch, and wash away to reveal a beautifully mended garment. Featuring traditional Sashiko patterns and Hitomezashi embroidery designs, this pattern brings timeless style to your repairs, whether you’re a beginner or seasoned stitcher. |
Key Features:
Sashiko-inspired designs for a chic, mended look -
Perfect size for small to medium projects (two 4.5” x 6” sheets) -
Beginner & expert-friendly — easy-to-follow instructions included -
Single-use, wash-away transfers—no tools needed! |
What’s Included:
2 adhesive transfer sheets (4.5” x 6” each) -
Step-by-step instructions for easy mending |
Create beautiful, sustainable fashion with visible mending. Stitch and repair with ease!
Sashiko Inspired Mending Stick 'n Stitch Star/Ten Cross Pattern
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Upgrade your mending game with our Cross & Star Sashiko-Inspired Stick & Stitch Transfer. This large 8.5” x 11” Stick and Stitch wash-away embroidery pattern makes it easy to add beautiful, geometric stitching to clothing, denim, or accessories—no chalk, rulers, or tracing paper required. Simply peel, stick, stitch, and wash away for professional results. Ideal for visible mending, sashiko embroidery, and DIY clothing repair. |
Key Features:
Versatile Design – One large sheet (8.5” x 11”) offers plenty of coverage for jeans, jackets, and larger garments -
Modern Cross & Star Pattern – Clean, precise design ideal for both decorative stitching and practical repairs -
Beginner-Friendly – Clear guides and instructions make it simple for any skill level -
Mess-Free Removal – Single-use, adhesive pattern dissolves in water |
What’s Included:
1 adhesive transfer sheet -
Step-by-step instructions (no extra tools needed)
Sashiko Inspired Mending Stick 'n Stitch Persimmon Flower
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$14.00
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Elevate your visible mending with our Sashiko Stick & Stitch Transfer Pattern Set. This easy-to-use kit eliminates the need for rulers, chalk, or tracing paper—simply peel, stick, stitch, and wash away for effortless results. Whether you're repairing clothes or adding a decorative touch to accessories, this set offers a Sashiko-inspired embroidery design to cater to all your mending needs. |
Key Features:
Versatile Design – One large sheet (8.5” x 11”) offers plenty of coverage for jeans, jackets, and larger garments - Beginner-friendly: Perfect for newcomers and experienced menders alike -
No extra tools required: Just stick, stitch, and wash away for a clean, polished look |
What’s Included:
1 Stick & Stitch transfer sheets (8.5" x 11") featuring 1 Sashiko pattern -
Step-by-step instructions for easy application |
Ideal for hand embroidery, DIY mending, and visible mending, this pattern set is the perfect addition to any embroidery kit.
Sashiko Inspired Mending Stick 'n Stitch Starter Pack
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Elevate your visible mending with our Sashiko Stick & Stitch Transfer Pattern Set. This easy-to-use kit eliminates the need for rulers, chalk, or tracing paper—simply peel, stick, stitch, and wash away for effortless results. Whether you're repairing clothes or adding a decorative touch to accessories, this set offers four versatile Sashiko-inspired embroidery designs that cater to all your mending needs. |
Key Features:
Four unique Sashiko designs to enhance your mending and embroidery projects -
Beginner-friendly: Perfect for newcomers and experienced menders alike -
No extra tools required: Just stick, stitch, and wash away for a clean, polished look |
What’s Included:
4 Stick & Stitch transfer sheets (4” x 5” each) featuring 4 different Sashiko patterns -
Step-by-step instructions for easy application |
Ideal for hand embroidery, DIY mending, and visible mending, this pattern set is the perfect addition to any embroidery kit.
This the second sashiko sampler kit in the series featuring bold patterns in the classic combo of blue fabric and white thread in a super easy kit. Further explore sashiko stitching with a variety of six patterns to practice your stitching and learn. Sashiko is a Japanese technique of functional embroidery originally developed to patch and insulate clothing. |
It's doesn't get much easier than this! The patterns are printed right on a sturdy linen/cotton fabric. Just follow along the printed lines. No embroidery hoop necessary. That's one of the best parts of sashiko- it's simplicity. All you need is right here (plus some scissors). Perfect for the curious beginner or skilled maker looking for a fun project. |
Use this kit to make a set of coasters, sachets, mini quilt or a patch. Check out these project ideas! |
Kit Includes:
+ Six 4" fabric squares printed on linen cotton fabric
+ 100% cotton sashiko thread
+ set of Olympus sashiko needles
+ minimal, easy to follow instructions
A perfect combination for any mood, if Ellis is a gentle woman then Hattie is a blithe bachelorette. Both feature four delicate neck darts, Ellis, who gets some more feminine shaping from bust darts, is waisted, with set in sleeves and inseam side pockets. Hattie has a lined bodice, dropped waist and bold patch pockets. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - Suitable for linen or light wools, light to medium weight woven cottons such as drill or sanded canvas.
A neat cross body bag, small but copious. Factotum has been designed to hold all your daily essentials. Fully lined, with two front pockets and a zipped closure. You can use leather or webbing for your strap. | Finished measurements length 20cm, width 30cm, depth at widest point 12cm. | All seam allowances are 1cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - oilskin, dry oilskin, mid-heavy weight cotton canvas or drill, mid weight denim (8-14oz). For the lining we would suggest using either our 5oz organic dry oilskin, half panama cotton, or barrier lining. You can see all of these by clicking on the suitable fabrics tab.
A traditional pair of pyjamas with either long or short sleeves and long, short or short - short bottoms. The top and short - short bottoms can be piped (optional). | All seam allowances are 1cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - light to medium weight wovens such as linen, brushed cotton, cotton lawn, cotton poplin, Tencel, Indian handlooms, linen or cotton double gauze.
Little girl pattern for ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 years. A charmingly simple interpretation of our Trapeze dress with a huge amount of swish factor. | The Trapezette is simple to make with a single button back neck opening and rouleau loop and fully faced armholes and neck for small people comfort. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - we recommend light to medium weight wovens such as linen, soft denim chambray and fine cord. Soft wools and tweeds are also suitable for colder climates.
A flared dress, just below the knee, with small neat shoulder and shallow rounded neckline. With the option of a button through back or a simple slip over the head. The trapeze is so easy to make and so easy to wear. Make it for the winter in Harris tweed teamed with a chunky brogue, in a bold block print or a washed linen for the summer. It is endlessly versatile. | You have the option of making this 3/4 sleeved, sleeveless and short sleeved, all with a button back opening. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - woven dress weight fabrics from linen, denim and woollens to printed cottons.
A traditional workwear boilersuit with a gentler feminine fit. Thelma is a wardrobe masterpiece, loose enough to fit all shapes and can be interpreted in many different types of cloths, so make it your own. | Thelma will take time to put together, but make it well and wear it absolutely everywhere. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - experienced. | Fabric suggestions - medium weight wovens such as sanded twill, 5 - 8oz denims, yard dyed linens with some stability, and cotton poplin. If you are an experienced sewer you could try tencel, tencel/linen, corduroy, more floppy linens, prints and checks.
Easy like Sunday morning, wrap up and settle in. A traditional unisex dressing gown with inner tie, patch pockets and a shawl collar. | Size XXS - XXL. | All seam allowances are 1cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - light – medium weight laundered linen, cotton double gauze, Indian cotton, cotton voile or lawn, linen waffle, Tencel/linen.
Little girl pattern for ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 years. Inspired by the classic sailor bib, we pay homage to the ancient port of Rye (our hometown). | Irresistibly redolant of carefree summer days and never growing up, the skipper is born to play. Featuring relaxed styling for easy dressing in rough seas, the Skipper has dropped shoulders and casual rolled cuffs whilst the neckline has an internal popper at the front V insert. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - we recommend medium to lightweight woven fabrics such as denim, cotton chambray, laundered linen or lightweight wool.
A pleated A-line skirt with slanted pockets, side button fastenings and pleats for fullness. Soft and floaty in linen, or smart and hardy in cotton twill. Can be made lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - linen, cotton poplin, cotton voile, cotton sanded twill, hemp blends, Tencel/linen, needlecord, 4 - 8oz denim, lightweight wool, Indian handlooms (if narrow you may have to piece).
A pleated A-line skirt with slanted pockets, side button fastenings and pleats for fullness. Soft and floaty in linen, or smart and hardy in cotton twill. Can be made lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - linen, cotton poplin, cotton voile, cotton sanded twill, hemp blends, Tencel/linen, needlecord, 4 - 8oz denim, lightweight wool, Indian handlooms (if narrow you may have to piece).
An oversized coat or jacket with a rolled collar and turn back cuffs. Coat has inseam pockets and jacket has patch pockets. Choose to make either lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; intermediate. | Suitable fabrics - Dry oilskin, oilskin, linen, 7-12oz denim, wool, corduroy, cotton twill or canvas. A heaver weight cloth with result in a more structured coat. | For linings we'd suggest our barrier lining if using an oilskin, otherwise - cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool and slip linings. | *If you are a curvy size 18, we would recommend selecting the UK 18-28 size range.
A pair of 'Peg' trousers featuring a fly front, angled pockets and turn-ups. Front legs can be half lined for woollens. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - The Pegs are ideally suited to a mid-heavyweight cotton canvas, 8oz organic sanded twill, corduroy, light-medium weight woollens and 7-10oz denim. Lighter weight cloths like linen and tencel-linen will give you a softer silhouette.
A pair of 'Peg' trousers featuring a fly front, angled pockets and turn-ups. Front legs can be half lined for woollens. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - The Pegs are ideally suited to a mid-heavyweight cotton canvas, 8oz organic sanded twill, corduroy, light-medium weight woollens and 7-10oz denim. Lighter weight cloths like linen and tencel-linen will give you a softer silhouette.
A softly structured waistcoat with a boxy fit, two welt pockets and a simple stitched belt at the back. Layer up in the winter or wear on its own in the summer in a tumbled linen. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. (Leaving the welt pockets off would make it an advanced beginner make) | Fabric suggestions - 5-8oz linen, 5-10oz denim, light - medium weight corduroy, wool, wool blends, cotton canvas or twill. For the lining: lightweight wovens such as calico, cotton lawn, cotton, cotton blends, Tencel/linen (when choosing your cloth consider that the lining fabric may be visible).
The hooded Landgate is chic yet workaday and features a drawstring waist and side and front pocket options. Our first pattern for both men and women. | All decorative top stitching is optional. For the men's pattern you lengthen the pattern where indicated. | Size XS - XXL. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - cotton canvas, drill, denim, oilskin, linen and soft wool.
A pair of culotte trousers featuring a fly front, front pleats, in-seam pockets and elasticated back waistband. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - mid-weight cotton canvas, 8oz organic sanded twill, corduroy, light-medium weight wollens and 7-10oz denim. Lighter weight cloths like linen and tencel/linen will give you a softer silhouette.
The Florence is a sweet swingy top and dress with a button back detail and soft high low gathers. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - We recommend light weight fabrics with some drape like cotton, tencel or linen. If you choose something with less drape the top will have a more sculptural look.