Stefani Blouse

Garments

Dimensions:

Note: begin by taking your hip measurement Front/back: cut four (quarter of hip plus 24cm) x 72cm rectangles Neckband: cut one 5cm x 74cm strip on the bias Cuff: cut two 10cm x 45cm strips Belt: cut one 14cm x 152cm strip Belt loops: cut two 3cm x 10cm strips 1.5cm seam allowance used unless otherwise stated.

This loose-fitting top pattern works well in virtually any fabric, but when stitched in the elegant triple crepe used by Amanda Walker, it makes for a great party piece. It...

Lisa Top and Skirt

Garments

Dimensions:

TOP: cut from chambray Front/back: see cutting diagram, cut two on the fold Neck binding: cut one 4cm x 72cm strip on the bias SKIRT: cut from jersey Front/back: cut two on the fold (one quarter of your hip measurement + 1.5cm) x (desired length + 3cm)* *If doubling fabric, lay the pattern piece or draw straight onto fabric that has been folded widthways, then lengthways. 1.5cm seam allowance used throughout.

Both boxy tops and pencil skirts can be difficult to style individually, but together they create a balanced silhouette. Amanda Walker has designed each piece to make the most of...

Sheena Pants

Garments

Dimensions:

Note: start by taking your waist and hip measurements Pants (for front/back): cut one pair* on the fold (hip measurement + 30cm, divided by 4) x 95cm Waistband: cut one strip 24cm x (waist measurement + 9cm) Leg cuff: cut two 12cm x 26cm strips *The pants front piece is cut 2cm lower at the top than the back The following is based on a size 10-12 (92cm hip, 68cm waist). Pants: (92 [hip] + 30cm, ÷ 4 = 30.5*) 30.5cm x 95cm (95cm is length, adjust if needed) Waistband: 24 x (68 [waist] + 9** = 77) 24cm x 77cm * Extra 7.5cm (the +30cm ÷ 4) width on the hip is for ease (6cm), plus seam allowance (1.5cm) ** Extra 9cm width on the waistband is for ease (6cm) plus seam allowance (3cm) 1.5cm seam allowance used.

Stylish and versatile, harem pants can easily be dressed up or down and this flattering design by Amanda Walker allows you to create your own personalised pattern. The soft jersey...

Ria Shift Dress

Dresses Garments

Dimensions:

Custom-sized

The real wow-factor of this garment, designed by Julia Claridge, lies in the texture and slight sheen of the stretch velvet. It isn’t too tricky to work with, either....

Adele Pencil Skirt

Garments Skirts

Dimensions:

8-20

Sometimes, it’s the simple things in life that are the sweetest, like this figure-hugging stretch skirt by Amanda Walker. The basic pattern (which you can draft yourself, if you...

Clara Wrap Dress

Dresses Garments

Dimensions:

8-20

Combining comfort and style, this lovely design by Amanda Walker features a flattering bodice with sweet cap sleeves and a sewn-in waist tie. The project is a great choice for...

Annette Wrap Top

Garments

Dimensions:

Front: cut two 58cm x (waist ÷ 2 + 42.5cm) pieces from fabric Back: cut one 58cm x (waist ÷ 4 + 40cm) piece each from fabric Tie: cut two 30cm x 1m strips from fabric 1.5cm seam allowance used unless otherwise stated.

Stitching a made-to-measure top like this wrap by Amanda Walker will result in a perfectly fitting garment every time, from just a couple of simple calculations. If you’ve never...

Millie Throw

Garments

Do you ever look around at accessories and other items, and see potential in them as a garment? Here at Sew HQ, we picked up this blanket scarf at a...

Penny Shirt

Garments

Dimensions:

Front: cut one pair Back: cut one on the fold Sleeve: cut one pair Neck tie: cut two 36cm x87.5cm rectangles 1.5cm seam allowance used throughout.

The pussybow blouse is an iconic garment that takes you from a day at the office through to an evening out. Polyester and chiffons are perfect for Amanda Walker's design,...