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Ella

Ella sheers tips

8 tips for prepping to sew with sheer fabrics

September 16, 2024

Do you have an attraction to sheer fabrics, like me? I know they are extra tricky in a multitude of ways, so here is a sprinkling of tips I wish I’d known about when I started sewing with sheer fabrics. Some examples of sheers I like to sew with are chiffon, georgette, gauze, and some lightweight cottons such as voile. I've also found lightweight linens can be quite sheer as well!

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Ella errata Iris pattern update

Double Pattern Update! Iris & Ella are now in our improved sizing!

April 12, 2024

Reintroducing the Iris Pleated Tee and Ella Skirt! We're so excited to add two more sewing patterns to our full 28-56 (30.5-60.5" hip) size range! We've also added projector files to both patterns! Keeping reading to learn more about this beautiful pair of sewing patterns!

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Ella hacks patternmaking tutorial

Guest Maker: Bri's Elastic Waist Ella Hacks

March 29, 2022

Our Guest Maker series continues with a hack tutorial from Bri of @BriMichelleMade. She made TWO versions of the Ella Skirt - each with a stretchy twist and is here to tell you how to make your own Elasticated Ella Skirt!

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Ella tips tutorial

How to sew the perfect invisible zip

December 09, 2020

Check out our in-depth video on sewing an invisible zip! This tutorial was created as part of the extra content for the Ella skirt, which you can buy here. But naturally, you can use this tutorial for any pattern which uses an invisible zip!

I have been developing my invisible zip technique for years, and have tried every way of sewing them! I have combined all the things I've learned along the way into my own ultimate method. I absolutely love this pinless way of sewing. And if it scares you to sew without pins, don't worry, I have some handling tips, and even some examples that show you what not to do. If you still prefer to use pins, of course that's okay too! Sewing is all about doing it the way that makes you happy.

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Customer makes Ella

Lovely Ella skirts from our testers

November 11, 2020

It's one of my favourite times...sharing tester makes for our latest release!

We always get incredible testers, and this time was no exception. During testing, I allow testers to make small changes to their makes so they can personalise it to their preferences (after all, isn't that the best part about sewing?). Of course, I make sure that they don't do anything drastic, or it wouldn't be a very good pattern test! It is often a great way to get even more inspiration for the versatility of the pattern, and ideas for hacks. If the testers in these pictures have made any alterations to the style, I will point them out. I hope it inspires you for the potential of this pattern! Enjoy looking at all the lovely pictures of their makes! 

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Ella Pattern release

Say hello to the Ella skirt!

November 10, 2020

It's launch week for the Ella skirt! The Ella skirt is a gathered skirt with a subtle high-low hem. It comes in three different lengths, and has three different pocket options, so you can mix and match for your perfect look. 

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