There were some real stand out Sewing Pattern styles in 2024 so I thought I'd share our Top 5 Sewing Patterns to hopefully inspire your next sewing project.

Our best selling pattern last year was the Remy Raglan Top Sewing Pattern by Sew House Seven. This a simple, timeless top is quick and easy to make. It features a relaxed fit at the bust and waist with three sleeve choices plus an optional keyhole button closure at the front.

Suitable for confident beginners, it's a great style for summer but can also be worn with a long sleeve tee in the winter.

Following closely behind the Remy, in second place, was Le Top by Atelier Brunette. Le Top is a sleeveless, trapeze top with a flattering design. You can chose from four playful side styles including three buttons, a single button and side splits, ties and a lace detail.

Third place went to the Tempete Blouse Sewing Pattern by Maison Fauve. Released in September, this beautiful blouse combines clean lines and sophistication with a very feminine drape.

The pattern plays on pleats, proportions and a trompe l’oeil collar effect. The sleeves can be long, and constructed with stitched pleats and a buttoned cuff, like a blouse. You can also sew the Tempête Blouse without sleeves, with an impeccable armhole finishing, for a very elegant little top to wear for any occasion.

The Cuff Top Sewing Pattern by The Assembly Line was our fourth best selling style of 2024 and has consistently been one of our best selling styles since we first started stocking it six years ago.  Suitable for beginners, this is an easy to make style with a straight fit, boat neck and half sleeves with statement deep elastic cuffs

Finally, fifth place went to the Thea Boho Sleeve Shirt Sewing Pattern by Liberty. Thea is a loose-fitting button-front blouse with a range of different sleeve options. Choose from long and short sleeve lengths, the long sleeves have the option for puffed sleeves, as shown in the photos, as well as a ruffled option, making it a really versatile pattern.

It's interesting to note that all five styles were tops and blouses, that said they're all completely different with their own unique design details and silhouettes, and they are all still relevant as we head into 2025.

You can browse and shop our thoughtfully curated collection of Sewing Patterns by clicking HERE.

Danish brand Puff and Pencil, in collaboration with Min Mote, have designed the Hangaround Bag as a free PDF sewing pattern. 

The Hangaround sewing pattern is a small, lined shoulder and handbag. The bag is made up of four parts: two side pieces and a front and a back piece, as well as a handle and ties that serve as the bag's closure in the middle. 

I chose to make my Hangaround Bag in in the Irit Organic Raw Denim fabric by Mind the MAKER and used this fabric for both the outer and the lining. You could of course choose to use a different fabric for the lining. I've seen some great versions over on Instagram including one made in a leopard print twill.

It's a really interesting style to make and comes together fairly easily. Don't be put off by the fact that it's a PDF sewing pattern, as it's a small item the pattern pieces are split across just 3 pieces of A4 paper making it really easy to cut out and put together.

I made the sample above for my daughter as a surprise gift when she started her final year at University back in September. She was thrilled with it and uses it constantly. In the new year I'll be making one for myself, I'm planning to use the Thelma Quilted Fabric, also by Mind the MAKER.

Click here if you fancy making your own version of the Hangaround Bag sewing pattern either as a gift for a friend or for yourself. 

The Billow Blouse sewing pattern by The Assembly Line is all about volume. It’s gathered at the rounded neck with elastic for a comfortable fit and features billowing raglan sleeves with elastic cuffs.

To elevate this blouse further for the festive season, The Assembly Line has created a collar extension add on, available to download for free over on the TAL Sewing Journal by clicking here. 

This sewing pattern add on takes you through the steps to replace the elastic neckline and sew on a collar with ties instead – wrap it around your neck once and tie it into a bold bow, or wrap it twice for a sleek necktie knot. 

Please note: This is a free pattern extension, not a full sewing pattern. You'll need the Billow Blouse sewing pattern which you can buy by clicking here. Please also note that the pattern extension is only available as a digital download.

Blouse Sewing Patterns are consistently among our best selling styles and lend themselves perfectly to all year round sewing. They make a versatile addition to any handmade wardrobe as they can be paired with both skirts and trousers to create different looks, as well as being dressed up or down.

With this in mind I've pulled together my favourite blouse patterns, including those with both short and long sleeves, as well as styles perfect for taking you from day to night. Read on to discover my ten favourite blouse sewing patterns...

Maison Fauve • Tempete Blouse Sewing Pattern

I love how Maison Fauve have played with their signature pleat detailing for the Tempete Blouse sewing pattern to create a modern draped silhouette.

This sewing pattern includes options for both a long sleeved blouse, as pictured above, and a sleeveless option making it a great year round style. It's both perfect for an evening out but equally would work well as a more casual style. I recently saw a very similar style in Zara made in a lightweight denim which I'd definitely like to use as inspiration.

The Assembly Line • Tie Bow Blouse Sewing Pattern

When designing the Tie Bow Blouse sewing pattern, Anki, designer and founder of The Assembly Line,  wanted to create a classic shape with a victorian vibe. She also has a love of pussy bows as you can see below. However they're not to everyone's taste and sometimes they're just a little too much for every occasion so, with that in mind, the tie cleverly buttons on and off at the back. 

The Assembly Line recently posted a lovely customer make of the Tie Bow Blouse made in a shiny black fabric which just looked fantastic, you can view it here, it's perfect for a special occasion or dressed down with jeans.

Merchant and Mills  • Edie Top & Dress Sewing Pattern

Designed by Carolyn Denham, founder and owner of Merchant and Mills, the balloon sleeves of this simple blouse and dress are the only detail that it needs in order to stand out.

Less is most definitely more with the Edie Top & Dress. The full sleeves are gathered with a tie which is threaded through a buttonhole, alternatively you can omit this buttonhole and insert elastic instead. This is a style that I definitely want to make!

Friday Pattern Company • The Wilder Top & Dress Sewing Pattern

The dress version of the Wilder by Friday Pattern Company is a much loved style over on Instagram, and I think the blouse is sometimes overlooked though it really doesn't deserve to be. I've made the short sleeved version a few times now, it's a really easy style to make, easier than it looks and more importantly it's a great style for taking you from day to evening.

There's also an option for 3/4 sleeves for the colder months which could easily be extended to a full sleeve.

Liberty Fabrics • Thea Boho Sleeve Shirt Sewing Pattern

A constant favourite with our customers, the Thea Boho Sleeve Shirt sewing pattern by Liberty is a loose-fitting button-front blouse with a range of different sleeve options which dramatically change the look of this truly versatile style. 

The much anticipated Nani Iro 2024 Fabric Collection has arrived and, as always, it does not disappoint. With new artworks and a fresh, vibrant colour palette, this collection is perfect for all your summer sewing projects.

Designed by Japanese artist Naomi Ito for Kokka Fabrics under the brand name Nani Iro, these designs have a beautifully distinctive hand painterly quality to them.

From 2024 onwards, all the Nani Iro cotton double gauze fabrics will be made using organic cotton, not only that, the entire lineup will be made of natural materials including linen, silk and tencel. 

This year, five stunning new designs have been introduced, each printed in a choice of colourways and on two different fabric bases per design. There are four floral designs in varying scales along with one painterly subtle stripe design called Touch a Chord. 

Sitting alongside, and complimenting the new designs is a small reprint series of long-selling patterns that continue to be loved. This year they have rested past favourites such as Lei Nani and Birds Eye and, instead have re-introduced Encounter, shown below, as well as Saaaa Saaa.

The pattern for the dress above is from Nani Iro Sewing Studio, a book containing 18 beautiful sewing patterns designed by Naomi Ito to compliment her fabrics.

All of these beautiful designs sit together perfectly to create a cohesive collection. I hope you love these fabrics as much as I do and I can't wait to see what you make.