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Collarless Heather Blazer Vest Hack
Heather Blazer

Collarless Heather Blazer Vest Hack

Welcome back to the Friday blog, in this post we are showing you how to create a sleeveless Heather blazer vest, omitting the collar to create a steam lined, minimalist style vest. You could make i...

Bernadette SkirtButton-up Front Bernadette Skirt Sewing Hack

Button-up Front Bernadette Skirt Sewing Hack

Welcome back to the Friday blog, in this post we're showing you have to create a button-up front Bernadette Skirt, omitting the side zipper and also lining the fabric. It's a great sewing hack if y...

Donny ShirtDonny shirt With Front Yoke Sewing Hack by Mallory @Queer.Sewist

Donny shirt With Front Yoke Sewing Hack by Mallory @Queer.Sewist

Hi! I’m Mallory, @queer.sewist on instagram. I started sewing because I wanted to create bright, fun, quirky, queer, gender-fluid clothes that fit me. In this blog post I’ll be sharing with you how...

Donny ShirtFriday Pattern Company Capsule Me-Made Wardrobe

Friday Pattern Company Capsule Me-Made Wardrobe

Hey! Welcome back to the Friday blog. When designing sewing patterns here at Friday, we always keep in mind how our patterns can work together, and how they can be styled in various ways. With the ...

Bernadette SkirtIntroducing the Bernadette Skirt

Introducing the Bernadette Skirt

Introducing the Bernadette Skirt by Friday Pattern Company! This timeless design embodies the perfect blend of classic style and modern flair, making it a must-have for any sewing enthusiast. In th...

Heather BlazerCropped Un-Lined Heather Blazer Sewing Hack

Cropped Un-Lined Heather Blazer Sewing Hack

Fancy making a Heather Blazer but want to crop the length to sit at your waist, or are you looking to make an un-lined version? In this blog post we are showing how to hack the Heather Blazer sewin...

Donny ShirtHow to Grade Between Pattern Sizes

How to Grade Between Pattern Sizes

Sewing garments to reflect your unique style can be really rewarding, however, finding a sewing pattern that will fit your exact body measurements is rare. Sometimes you will find that your measure...

Heather BlazerWedding Guest Sewing Pattern Suggestions

Wedding Guest Sewing Pattern Suggestions

Are you attending a wedding soon and want to stand out with a unique and handmade garment? Why not consider sewing your own wedding guest outfit? By sewing your outfit, you can customize it to suit...

EducationMaking Double-Fold Bias Tape

Making Double-Fold Bias Tape

Double fold bias tape is a versatile sewing notion that can be used to finish raw edges, create bound edges on quilted projects, and add decorative accents. While it may seem intimidating, making d...

Davenport DressDonny Shirt X Davenport Dress Sewing Hack

Donny Shirt X Davenport Dress Sewing Hack

Welcome back to the Friday blog! Since launching the Donny Shirt, we have had a flurry of messages asking for some sewing hacks to turn it into a dress! Good news is it's super easy to achieve and ...

Donny ShirtIntroducing the Donny Shirt

Introducing the Donny Shirt

Introducing the new pattern; The Donny Shirt! The Donny Shirt is a boxy pull-on top that is designed to be a workhorse in your wardrobe. It is a dartless top with a lapel collar and patch pocket. T...

Avenir Jumpsuit3 Simple Hacks for the Avenir Jumpsuit

3 Simple Hacks for the Avenir Jumpsuit

Pauline @sewuthinkucan here, fresh off the #SewAJumpsuitChallenge I co-hosted last month with FPC as one of the sponsors. I am delighted to show you not just one, but three easy hacks for the Aveni...

Education3 Easy Sewing Methods to sew Darts & sewing tips

3 Easy Sewing Methods to sew Darts & sewing tips

Sewing darts is a method you will come across frequently as a garment sewist. If you're new to sewing then sewing darts can seam daunting, but there are some really simple methods to help make your...

Ilford JacketIlford Jacket Vest Hack

Ilford Jacket Vest Hack

Paige recently made a really cute Cambria Duster vest and I almost copied her (I have that same fabric in a different color haha). I decided an Ilford Jacket vest hack would be really fun as well. ...

Guest PostReversible Ilford Jacket Vest Sewing Hack by Mallory @Queer.Sewist

Reversible Ilford Jacket Vest Sewing Hack by Mallory @Queer.Sewist

Hi!  I’m Mallory, @queer.sewist on instagram.  I started sewing because I wanted to create bright, fun, quirky, queer clothes that fit me.  In this blog post I’ll be sharing with you how to create ...