There’s something undeniably joyful about sewing summer dresses. They're quick to sew, easy to wear and endlessly versatile – which is exactly why they top my sewing wishlist year after year! I’m Lucy from Sew Essential, and if I had unlimited time this summer, these are the dress patterns and fabrics I’d be reaching for. So grab a cuppa, settle in, and prepare to be inspired. Hopefully, some of these make it onto your own sewing table – even if I don’t get chance to sew them all myself! Continue reading →
I'm so excited to bring you a round-up of the biggest spring 2025 trends! If you’re looking for fresh sewing inspiration, I've handpicked the best patterns and fabrics to help you recreate these runway looks at home. Continue reading →
Happy New Year, all our lovely sewing friends! As we welcome 2025 with open arms and freshly threaded needles, let’s take a look back at Sew Essential’s bestselling sewing patterns of 2024. From vintage-inspired dresses to modern wardrobe staples, these patterns captured your hearts and sewing machines. Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned sewist, there’s something for everyone here. Let’s dive in! Continue reading →
This week I’m excited to share some stunning new indie sewing patterns with you—including one that’s hot off the press this week! Plus, I’ve paired them with gorgeous fabrics you can use to bring your projects to life. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned sewist, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s dive in! Continue reading →
Wide leg trousers are here to stay so I've picked out my favourite commercial and independent sewing patterns to sew up this trend plus fabrics that would work well. Continue reading →
I've rounded up my favourite designs from the latest Know Me pattern range and have picked out perfect fabrics for you to sew them up in. Continue reading →
We've added the latest McCalls sewing patterns to the website recently so I've recorded a round up of my favourite designs and shared fabrics you could sew them up in. Continue reading →
We've added a selection of new indie sewing patterns to the website in recent weeks so I've recorded a little round up video to share them with you and make suggestions for fabrics you might want to sew them up in. Here's the round up in brief, then read on for more details on the patterns and fabrics. Continue reading →
It's the perfect time of year to sew yourself a cosy sweatshirt and we've picked out 7 of our favourite sweatshirt patterns plus some gorgeous new, super soft and even sparkly fabrics to sew them up in. Read on for the full scoop on each pattern below. Continue reading →
It is the perfect time to start sewing those party dresses ready for the festive season so I've picked out 8 of my favourite party dress patterns and the fancy fabrics you can sew them up in. Read on for a detailed round up of each pattern below. Continue reading →
It's time to embrace Autumn and start sewing up those new season trends so we've picked out some of our favourites and the sewing patterns and fabrics you can use to recreate those key looks. Watch the video round up to see the suggested fabrics and extra style ideas and see the blog post for mood boards and the primary pattern selections. Continue reading →
