Inspired by a COS dress, I used the Drop Waist Dress sewing pattern by The Assembly Line and a beautiful Nani Iro double gauze to sew a modern, ruffled dress. With a slight pattern hack and handmade bias binding, this project came together effortlessly—and I’m already planning my next version in an Atelier Brunette poplin!
Sometimes the simplest of pattern hacks can create quite a difference to the overall silhouette of a garment. This is undoubtedly true of the recently sampled Culottes Sewing Pattern by The Assembly Line where they've extended the leg length by 15cm, as featured below.
These extended Culottes make a great co-ord styled above with the Poncho Shirt Sewing Pattern. This plaid two piece looks both contemporary and stylish, the sleek lines of the Culottes compliment the flared Pocho Shirt perfectly. The Assembly Line have also styled these Culottes with the Oversized Shirt Sewing Pattern and tie for a bold look in the following two photos.
Sometimes the simplest of sewing pattern hacks can create quite a difference to the overall silhouette and look of a garment. This idea is one that could easily be applied to many other sewing patterns...
I've made the Almost Long Trousers sewing pattern by The Assembly Line a few times now and every time I've really enjoyed the process of making them.
These trousers have a relaxed fit, they're positioned at the lower waist with a dropped crotch and are really flattering to wear.
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.
There's no doubting the fact that skirts have been having a moment in recent months and this has continued into 2024.
The A-Line Midi Skirt Sewing Pattern by The Assembly Line is a great sewing pattern if you're new to sewing as it's easy to make plus there are four different options to choose from which are shown illustrated below.
As the name suggests, it has an A-line fit and key details include an elasticated waistband and side slant pockets. The pattern comes with several versions to choose from - the regular waistband, the paper bag waistband with belt loops and a belt, the regular straight hemline, the rounded hemline and the elasticated hemline.
Inspired by a quilted ready to wear skirt that I saw last season I made the regular waistband option of the A-Line Midi Skirt in the Thelma Quilted fabric in Black by Mind the MAKER.
I chose to make the version with the regular waistband. And because the fabric has vertical quilted stitch-lines and is lightly padded I and made a couple of modifications to accommodate my chosen fabric:
Other than that I followed the pattern, the instructions were really clear and my skirt came together really quickly. I added an additional stitch-line through the centre of the elasticated waistband as shown in the photo below. This not only creates a lovely detail but it also prevents the elastic from twisting within the waistband casing.
This is a lovely style both to make and wear. It's a great skirt for beginners and experienced sewists alike. It's definitely a pattern that I'll be making again. In fact I'm planning my next make, this time in denim without the modifications.
I'm wearing the skirt with the Elastic Tie Sweater, also by The Assembly Line, made in Sevenberry Rustic Indigo fabric Spaced Lines.
