Paper Patterns

Back in Summer we took delivery of Jen from Grainline Studio's first round of printed sewing patterns with the Alder, Archer and Scout designs.  These were then followed by the Linden Sweatshirt, and now three brand spanking new styles in print.  There will be many of you that are eagerly awaiting these... I wonder which of the three is grabbing you most? Continue reading →

Brand new to Backstitch are these fantastic Finnish designed patterns from Named Clothing.  The 34 styles are modern and clean cut with a mix of fancy unique styles and some really wearable pieces too.  Continue reading →

Have you guys seen the new Colette pattern?  The Myrtle Dress is the third pattern in their recent 'Sewing Knits' series after the Mabel and the Moneta, both of which have been received very well. I was immediately drawn to the Myrtle due to it's gorgeous drapey neckline and it's looser fit.  And, the idea that it could be made in a woven fabric too really appealed.  I decided to make this one up straight away in a stripey viscose jersey we have in the shop. Continue reading →

This is quite clearly going to be 'The Year of the Man' as we welcome another menswear pattern house onto the virtual shelves at Backstitch (The first was Walden). Thread Theory is a new Canadian pattern house led by Morgan and Matthew Meredith, an oh-so-cute couple from Vancouver Island. Morgan does the designing and Matthew is the self proclaimed nerd in charge of the IT and photography side of things. Continue reading →