Create a Cuff top out of a vintage wildflower tablecloth or remake your husband’s jeans to a new pair of Almost Long trousers! Your imagination is the limit. Be stash-tastic!……
Author: Anki Josefsson
Creative Director and Founder of The Assembly Line
Tulip Season in October
Here in the northern hemisphere, autumn has arrived for sure. Still, three makers from Germany decided it was Tulip Season. Adina, Franka and Irina arranged a private sew-a-long and made……
Meet a Maker: Tara Leach
How did you first get into sewing? I took Home Economics in high school. I made a ghastly pair of shorts (which somehow still exist), but I don’t ever recall……
The trouser sewing pattern that has it all?
Easy to make? Check! Comfortable? Check! Flattering? Check! Easy to hack? Check! Good size pockets? Of course, check! Many of our makers state that the Almost long trousers are one of their most……
How to make & style wide leg sewing patterns
After decades of skinny jeans, the wide leg trousers are back in fashion. Our new high-waisted trousers sewing pattern features a superior fit that is flattering for many different body types.……
Meet a Maker: Melissa Lowry
Melissa inspires us with her style and gorgeous makes. She is also a generous member in the TAL Community, always helping others out with guidance. We asked her to tell……
Spring Trend Report – The Oversized Shirt Sewing Pattern
Finally, the ultimate comfy chic garment gets its time in the spotlight. From H&M to Valentino, the oversized shirt is everywhere this year. Three shirts in one Few garments are as versatile as……
Meet a Maker: Slow fashion with Maria Norbäck
How did you first get into sewing? When I was a student in my early 20’s I had a sewing circle together with friends. We met and knitted and sewed,……
Meet a Maker: Caron (Barnes) Wuotila
Hi Caron, tell us, where do you live? Helsinki, Finland for the last 39 years. Originally from Bolton, close to Manchester How did you first get into sewing? When I……
Meet a Maker: Rebecca Grant
How did you first get into sewing? I first properly got into it when I was in my early 20s. I studied fashion design and learned pattern drafting, pattern cutting,……