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Adjusting the Ilford for a Cis Male Body
Ilford Jacket

Adjusting the Ilford for a Cis Male Body

A common question we get is how to adjust the Ilford Jacket pattern for a cis male body. I recently made an Ilford for my boyfriend Finn and wanted to share the pattern adjustments I did. Beyond th...

Style InspirationParty Season Pattern Picks

Party Season Pattern Picks

Tis' the season for getting together with pals, and of course that means dressing for the occasion. Celebrate the holiday season in style, and wear something me-made to party! In this blog post we...

Style InspirationIntroducing The Limited Edition Friday Fabrics!

Introducing The Limited Edition Friday Fabrics!

Exciting news, we have just launched our new limited edition Friday Fabric! This collection of fabrics is hand-picked deadstock, that cannot be re-ordered so it's really special one-off pieces. We ...

Donny ShirtHow to sew the Burrito Method

How to sew the Burrito Method

We feature the Burrito Method sewing technique in a few of our sewing patterns, so we wanted to share some detailed photos of the Burrito Method in action, to help you on your way to perfecting the...

Donny ShirtLong Sleeved Donny Shirt Hack

Long Sleeved Donny Shirt Hack

This has been a highly requested blog post and I am happy so many people reached out because I love my new long sleeved Donny Shirt! This hack is pretty simple and hardly changes the sewing process...

EducationHow to add piping into your seams

How to add piping into your seams

Adding piping into seams is a great way to show off interesting style lines or add interest to simple garments. It's really easy to do and gives your me-mades a unique, professional, and elevated l...

Style InspirationFriday Pattern Company A/W Capsule Me-Made Wardrobe

Friday Pattern Company A/W Capsule Me-Made Wardrobe

Hey! Welcome back to the Friday blog. You may have seen a few months ago we shared a spring/summer Friday Capsule Wardrobe, and it was such a great way to show how versatile our patterns are. When ...

Bernie Belt BagBernie Belt Bag Cross Body Sewing Hack

Bernie Belt Bag Cross Body Sewing Hack

Hey! Welcome back to the Friday blog, in this post we are turning the Bernie Belt Bag into a cross body bag with just a few easy steps! The pattern modifications are really easy, and you can whip t...

Pattern HackSquare Neck Top Tie Front Hack

Square Neck Top Tie Front Hack

We're a sucker for a Pinterest trend here at Friday, so we decided to give the latest craze a try using our Square Neck Top pattern. Tie up front tops are a cute laid back style of top, that gives ...

Patina BlousePatina Blouse Dress Sewing Hack

Patina Blouse Dress Sewing Hack

As we head into fall, it's the perfect time to start planning and working on fall projects. In this blog post we are showing you how to create a Patina Blouse dress hack, which is really easy to do...

Pattern HackSaguaro Set Hiking Pants Sewing Hack

Saguaro Set Hiking Pants Sewing Hack

Hey! In this blog post we are sharing details about our latest sewing hack to create a pair of adjustable hiking pants from our Saguaro Set Sewing Pattern. Take them from a pair of shorts, to full ...

Friday Bateau TopIntroducing the Friday Bateau

Introducing the Friday Bateau

The Friday Bateau is a classic bateau top that is sure to become an elegant and well worn essential in your handmade wardrobe. It is a knit top that can be made with long or short sleeves. It is d...

Heather BlazerCollarless Heather Blazer Vest Hack

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...