We have rounded up some great British sewing pattern designers and separated them into alphabetical lists of designers of dressmaking patterns, bags & accessory patterns and quilt patterns. So, whatever it is you prefer to sew, you can click through, browse and buy from these great British sewing pattern designers websites and help support great British businesses!
British Dressmaking Pattern Designers
As a trained fashion designer and pattern cutter, Angela offers a unique format of PDF sewing patterns with no trimming or matching of symbols. Her patterns for women and men are available by membership subscription, or as individual patterns, andinclude so many of the classics we all need to have in our wardrobe. Just as important are the Free Video Tutorials and her comprehensive Pattern Cutting Course has proved to be extremely popular. Membership is £30 for the first year and then £10 thereafter.
Attie and Dora (Women’s Wear)
Based in Shetland and selling the Dora dress and top digital sewing pattern from their Etsy shop.
Bella Loves Patterns (Women’s Wear)
Bobbins n Buttons (Women’s and Children’s Wear)
Patterns designed by Julia Claridge in Leicester. Her designs for kids and women focus on quick and simple construction to build wardrobe basics like t-shirts and leggings that can be teamed up with other styles to complete your outfit. Look out for patterns for all the family coming in the future.
Charlotte Emma (Women’s Wear)
Based in Birmingham and previously known as English Girl at Home, Charlotte Emma design wearable patterns with interesting design features, in sizes 04 to 36. Buy patterns here.
Fieldwork (Women’s Wear)
Modern, simple, stylish sewing patterns designed and created on the Isle of Wight by professional pattern cutter, Sue . Downloadable PDFs or paper patterns printed to order.
Flo-Jo (Lingerie)
Women’s lingerie and a swimsuit pattern plus a boxer shorts pattern for the boys!
Flossies Garden (Women’s Wear)
Small pattern shop on Etsy from Manchester. Simple patterns for a dress, sweater top and skirt.
Gather (Women’s Wear)
London pattern brand for patterns which, through the use of simple instructions and lots of clear diagrams, demystify the sewing process for novice sewers. Paper patterns printed in the UK for dressing gowns, tops and dresses. Find them in Sewbox’s shop too.
Greyfriars and Grace (Women’s and Children’s Wear)
Edinburgh based designers offering a selection of women’s and kids clothing patterns. Also includes a selection of bag patterns.
Homer + Howells (Women’s Wear)
Glasgow-based pattern company, dedicated to bringing you traditionally drafted patterns with a modern cut. Think British tailoring, boxy fits and big pockets. Patterns available as PDF’s or paper versions.
IzzoSew Studio (Women’s Wear)
New British pattern brand with pattern for the Rivelin Ruffle Dress – A garment bursting with gathers and folds inspired by the babbling ripples and rills of the Rivelin Valley in Sheffield. Buy the pattern here.
Kitschy Coo (Women, Teens and Children’s Wear)
Specialising in patterns for knit fabrics, buy PDF patterns in designs for dresses, tees, hoodies and briefs.
Laura Marsh Designs (Women and Men’s Wear)
Laura has basic block patterns for you to manipulate the pattern block as you please to create a range of designs. All patterns are available as digital downloads – there are a selection of costume patterns for medieval dress too!
Liberty (Women’s Wear)
Mainly ‘Easy’and ‘Intermediate’ sewing patterns designed to showcase Liberty’s iconic fabric range, find patterns for dresses, tops and skirts. UK stockists include Sewbox and Fabric Godmother.
Little Rosy Cheeks (Children’s Wear)
Fun garment patterns for girls and boys from this Glasgow-based designer. Buy patterns direct or from Fabric Godmother.
Made My Wardrobe (Women’s Wear)
Printed and PDF patterns from this Bristol-based design house.
Make with Mandi (Women’s Wear)
London-based designer offering digital sewing patterns inspired by fashion, designed for beginner sewists and beyond.
Maven Patterns (Women’s Wear)
British Independent Sewing Pattern designer with a range of modern Digital and Paper patterns with an emphasis on creating styles with longevity of use and wear in mind.
Merchant & Mills (Women’s Wear)
Paper and card patterns from this UK design house – the designs are simple classic shaped dresses, tunics and separates with a utilitarian feel. Elephant in My Handbag and Dot to Dot Studio stock them too.
Michelle Sews (Women’s Wear)
PDF and paper patterns for women’s garments from UK-based designer. Shop the patterns.
MIY Collection (Women’s Wear)
Designed by popular designer and author, Wendy Ward, this is a growing collection of tried and tested, easy-to-follow modern sewing patterns, focusing on modern everyday styles that can be created by makers with little or lots of experience. Currently available as digital patterns and Sewbox are also stockists.
Modeliste Creative (Women’s Wear)
My Handmade Wardrobe (Women’s Wear)
Patterns for everyday comfortable and stylish garments designed by Crafty Sew & So based in Leicester. Patterns can be ordered as paper or PDF versions and include dresses, action wear and skirts.
NH Patterns (Women’s Wear)
NH patterns offers entirely hand-drafted sewing patterns for women’s clothes. Choose from summery tops, shorts and culottes amongst others. Buy on Etsy.
Nina Lee (Women’s Wear)
Ladies’ patterns for dresses and pretty blouses, all patterns come in UK sizes 6–20, with in-depth, fully illustrated instructions to guide you through. They are drafted for an average height of 5’5″ and a B cup. PDF and paper patterns available. The patterns are available at Sew Me Sunshine.
Pattern Paper Scissors (Family Wear)
London based designer Becky offers modern, fashion patterns, sewing kits and complementing fabrics for your kids and for you. Kids will adore the comfy, easy to wear and fun designs. Patterns available in PDF and paper. Receive a 10% discount with the code SEWINGDIRECTORY10.
Poppy and Jazz (Babies and Toddler Wear)
Designed for babies between 0-24 months, Poppy & Jazz patterns from Sew Over It are practical, everyday staples that are as comfy as they are cute.
Ralph Pink (Women’s Wear)
Shop from this London-based design house. They have a collection of digital PDF dress and corset sewing patterns. Available in sizes from UK4 up to UK16. Designed for all abilities from novice to professional.
Right Side Patterns (Women’s Wear)
Trendy sewing patterns for women that follow the high street trends, affordably priced and accessible for any level of sewing.
Ruth Maddock Makes (Children’s Wear)
Designed for kids that have Sensory processing Disorder, Ruth’s patterns are comfortable, everyday clothes that all children will want to wear. Designs for boys and girls.
Sew Different (Women’s and Children’s Wear)
Sew Different started off initially as a blog with a range of free, simple one-size patterns. It has developed into a range of multisized paper and PDF patterns (as well as the original free PDF downloads for you to adapt).
Sewgirl (Women’s Wear)
Wearable British clothes patterns for everyday wear. Buy the Sewgirl patterns from the Etsy shop to include a set of selected swatches from their eco friendly collection of fabrics relevant for your project.
Sewing Avenue (Women’s Wear)
UK sewing pattern company creating professionally crafted quality digital PDF download patterns to inspire you to sew your own fabulous versions of beautiful, stylish, modern and classic clothes for your shape and size. Take a look at the Camellia Top free pattern too.
Sew La Di Da (Women, Men and Children’s Wear)
Vintage-inspired clothing patterns designed to fit the modern sewing and fashion enthusiast, you will find tea dresses, a man’s waistcoat and dresses for girls, plus more. You can purchase PDF or paper patterns.
Sew Love Patterns (Women’s Wear)
PDF patterns for a great jumpsuit and a maxi dress with nice detailing. Add on sleeve extension available for the jumpsuit pattern too.
Sew Mark Francis (Men’s Wear)
Former Great British Sewing Bee contestant Mark has a range of garment patterns for smart guys – you can order them online.
Sew Me Something (Women’s and Children’s Wear)
Well established British designer offering some great patterns for everyday wear. Patterns can be bought as PDF or paper versions – they are beautifully crafted and easy to follow, each pattern is named after a Shakespearean heroine – as they are based in Stratford upon Avon.
Sew Over It (Women’s and Children’s Wear)
Huge range of PDF patterns for beginners and more experienced dressmakers. Choose from dresses and separates for all your wardrobe needs. Some designs are available as paper patterns too.
Simple Sew (Women’s Wear)
Dressmaking patterns designed in the UK for the style-conscious sewer and all come with easy-to-follow instructions. Some patterns are bundled together for better value.
Size:Me (Women’s Wear)
SIZE:me is an independent pattern company producing dressmaking patterns for home sewists. The instructions are complete, comprehensive and packed with lots of hints plus a video tutorial on YouTube if needed. Each pattern collection has a suggested order of making, that starts with the most simple, building up your confidence and skill level as you create a new wardrobe.
So, Zo (Women’s Wear)
Free patterns for knickers and a vest tee to download!
Stitched in Wonderland (Women’s Wear)
Modern, easy to use PDF sewing patterns that help you to learn while you sew. UK-based designer for women.
Sussex Seamstress (Women’s Wear)
Independent, family run business based in Sussex, UK. They create womenswear sewing patterns with video tutorials and inclusive sizing. Paper and PDF patterns available.
Tammy Handmade (Women’s Wear)
Tammy Handmade creates beginner-friendly sewing patterns that will become staple garments in your wardrobe. Her modern PDF patterns incorporate a slip-on style and have helpful sew-along Youtube tutorials.
Tammy Silver (Women’s Wear)
Tammy Silver Patterns started in 2021 with the aim of providing makers with unique and modern designs. UK brand incorporates bold colours and shapes, mixed with a dose of quirkiness.
The Avid Seamstress (Women’s and Children’s Wear)
The Avid Seamstress, an award-winning independent sewing pattern company dedicated to empowering makers. Their sewing patterns are available in print and digital via the website and worldwide stockists.
Sewing Patterns – print & digital • Copy Shop Printing • Sewing Kits • Haberdashery • Workshops • Wholesale sewing patterns & printing
The Maker’s Atelier (Women’s Wear)
Patterns for your full wardrobe and key pieces for all levels of sewing ability. Stylish and wearable patterns available in paper and PDF formats.
The Modern Sewing Co. (Women’s and Men’s Wear)
Based in Hackney, The Modern Sewing Co. offer sewing patterns for relaxed utilitarian style clothing for both men and women. You can buy patterns singly or in capsule sets. Patterns can be ordered from Fabric Godmother.
The New Craft House (Women’s and Men’s Wear)
UK shop with their own pattern line for women’s and men’s gear.
The Pattern Cutters (Women’s Wear)
Designing for hobbyists and well-seasoned dressmakers alike, styles can be created at home with high quality results using just the standard sewing equipment and minimal amount of trims and fuss. This is a UK–based designer offering patterns for women.
The Pattern Preacher (Women’s Wear)
Designed in Leicester, find patterns for dresses, a jacket and wide palazzo pants. Styles you will want to wear available as PDF and printed versions.
Thread Bear Designs (Children’s Wear)
Small selection of kids’ clothing PDF patterns from this UK based Etsy shop.
Tilly and the Buttons (Women’s Wear)
Popular and well known brand of sewing patterns available as paper and PDF patterns. You can buy selected patterns in bundles, such as the Beginners bundle.
Til the Sun Goes Down (Women’s Wear)
If you love vintage style, then take a look at the range of ‘Now & Then’ patterns for forties tea dresses, palazzo pants and blouse patterns – all with vintage styling but designed for the modern figure with lots of variations.
Titchy Threads (Children’s Wear)
High quality patterns for a range of kids’ garments and for all ages, from toddlers to teens.
Trend Patterns (Women’s Wear)
UK brand offering patterns based around and inspired by luxury, high-end fashion pieces. Selection of paper and PDF sewing patterns.
Two Stitches (Children’s Wear)
Independent pattern design company based on the south coast of England, specialising in classic garments with a modern twist. See the collection of children’s patterns as paper and PDF versions.
Vanessa Hansen Studio (Women’s Wear)
UK-based designer with patterns for women’s clothing available as PDF and paper versions to order.
We:Are (Women’s Wear)
Newly created by the British designer behind Luna Lapin, Sarah Peel of Cool Crafting, We:Are currently have one pattern for a pullover tank top, with more to come!
Workshop Patterns (Women’s Wear)
British patterns sized for UK 6-16 the patterns aim to promote ‘beautiful basics’ – a collection of staple pieces which will continue to stay fashionable season to season. Browse and buy the patterns available as paper and PDF.
British Bag and Accessory Designers
Alice Caroline (Bags, Cushions and Quilts)
Specialising in Liberty fabrics, Alice Caroline have a range of patterns to showcase the prints including bags, pouches, cushions and some quilts too.
BagsbyBagsofStyle (Bags)
Patterns to create your own bespoke bags and pouches with video tutorials.
Beth Studley (Bags, Baskets, Purses and Quilts)
Beth is a UK designer who has also designed her own fabric ranges for Makower UK. She offers patterns for small patchwork makes, bags, fabric baskets and quilts using her fabric ranges.
Country Cow Designs (Bags)
Cornish designer who produces sewing patterns and video tutorials to help you create amazing handmade bags. The patterns include options for you to personalise the bag – size options, pocket options or style options.
Crafty Sew & So (Bags, Accessories, Miscellaneous)
Broad range of patterns for bags, bunting, aprons, etc. – many are suitable for beginner sewers too.
Dandelion Designs (Redwork embroidery – miscellaneous designs)
Designs by Mandy Shaw mainly using her signature redwork embroidery. You’ll find cushions, ornaments, bunting etc. etc.
Helen Newton Sews (Cushions, Embroidery etc.)
Helen Newton is a Sewing Pattern Designer. She is currently launching and demonstrating her new designs live on Sewing Street TV which is great fun to do.
All of her patterns include step-by-step instructions and full size templates. You can find all of the designs in her Etsy shop www.etsy.com/uk/shop/
Karry’s (Bags)
Bag patterns for a bucket bag and a carpet bag from this British shop.
Mrs H (Bags)
Take your bagmaking to the next level with Mrs H’s range of skillbuilding bag sewing patterns. Each sewing pattern is designed around a core bagmaking technique, fabric type, or pretty piece of hardware, with detailed step-by-step instructions and photo guides to help you master fundamental bagmaking skills and achieve a professional result with every make. And, learn how to adapt any bag sewing pattern to suit your style with Mrs H’s comprehensive reference guide to modern bag making techniques, The Complete Bag Making Masterclass.
Quilt Essential (Bags and Quilts)
Patterns designed by Ann Mayner, you will find patchwork fabric bag patterns and a selection of quilt patterns too.
Quilting Antics (Cushions, Bags, Quilts etc.)
Yorkshire based company with multiple designs, many using tweed and woollen fabrics and lots of applique!
Studio 7t7 (Bags, Toys)
Sewing patterns to make unique gifts, bags and toys.
The Make It Room (Bags, Soft Toys etc.)
Lynne is based in Chelmsford and she produces her popular patterns for lots of different bags, pouches, soft toys and other items. She also runs classes and makes up sewing kits too.
British Quilt Pattern Designers
Amanda Jane Textiles (Quilts)
Designs for many different quilts including baby and lap quilts and wall hangings from Amanda Jane.
Green Man Quilts (Quilts)
Modern quilt designs available as patterns on the website.
Janet Clare (Quilts)
Janet designs very popular quilts, many using her own ranges of Moda fabrics.
Lou Orth (Quilts and other items)
PDF patterns for a lovely selection of modern quilts and other accessories including a bag and pouches.
Pam and Nicky Quilts (Quilts)
Formerly of The Quilt Room, Pam and Nicky have been designing quilts and writing books and patterns for years! Find their collection of amazing precut quilts etc.
PennyDog Patchwork (Quilts and other items)
Patterns with a modern look for quilts and bags.
Sew Ichigo (Foundation Paper Piecing)
FPP designs from Kerry Green and Penny Layman.
Sew & Quilt (English Paper Piecing)
Known for their EPP supplies, Sew & Quilt offer some of their own EPP quilt patterns.
The Crafty Nomad (Quilts etc.)
Modern British quilt patterns from Jo Westfoot. Jo designs very vibrant patterns for quilts, cushions, accessories etc. and she runs courses on Free Motion Quilting and quilt techniques through membership of her Quilt Hive.
The Thread House (Quilts)
The Thread House is an enterprise by well known quilt designers Lynne Goldsworthy, Karen Lewis and Jo Avery. They have a selection of quilt patterns on their shop page.
If you are also interested in international sewing pattern designers visit our lists of independent dressmaking pattern designers, quilt patterns designers and bag pattern designers.
