Breaking the Pattern: A modern way to sew

This is just a beautiful book. The patterns work well for most shapes although I may skip the very closer fitting ones because I prefer loose styles. I like how it starts simple. Great value too as you get the patterns plus the option to download and print. So far made the bag but stuck on the Sade because I like it so much, have made 2 and would like more as so versatile with a bit of a button on sleeve they are very wearable with tattooed arms. Beautiful but simple styled clothes.

I love this book and the stylish patterns-I wouldn't say that it's a great book for a beginner but it's got lots of lovely projects for anyone who wants to get into sewing a more tailored wardrobe. Great layouts and pattern hacks!

The patterns enclosed are double sided but if you go to namedclothing.com you can download the pattern & send for A0 printing. This saves you tracing, who’s got time for tracing when you could be sewing these delicious patterns.

I saw a review online for this book and thought it would probably not cover my size then I read somewhere it covers up to size 22 and caters for ladies of 5'8" which is exactly my height which is not found very often. That made me think again and I bought the book and it arrived today. I have looked all through it and can't wait to get started! The whole idea of this book is for the sewist to make any alterations and/or additions to the pattern thus 'Breaking The Pattern'! Perfect because I always alter patterns someway though usually for my large lower half! The only thing I was concerned about which is why I have only given four stars is the models. Not all the patterns are shown in all their glory but, having said that, it is a brilliant book. Lovely soft colours as well which is so appealing. Love it!!

I love this book although some of the patterns are not my style but I am sure I could adapt them. Very informative and a good easy to follow read.

Great book saw it reviewed on sewing quarter for £29.99 I thought the book was great and tried to order it. Fortunately for me I got the book so much cheaper on Amazon.

I am getting back into sewing after a long break and have ordered a couple of books containing patterns. I had seen a rave review of this particularly book. I have to say that there was not much of an overlap between the styles of clothes in this book and what I consider Scandinavian design is. Perhaps everyone in Finland is wearing skinny jeans and knee length wrap skirts. Most skirts / dresses were around knee length, tops had weird high necklines that can be unflattering ( especially with the sleeveless tops) the one wide leg trousers pattern had slashes to the knee. I’m an adventurous dresser but it all looked dated to me so back it went sadly. Can’t comment on the clarity of instruction hence 3 stars.

Just from personal experience, the books I used to learn were so much less clear, convoluted, or full of ugly designs compared to this little gem. I wish this had been out when I first started sewing. Would highly recommend to anyone who's a relative novice or looking to improve. Not an expert, so can't comment on how this works for the advanced sewists. You can actually make a capsule wardrobe from the book!

Eu amei esse livro. Além de ser lindo com fotos incríveis ele vem com moldes de todas as peças. As roupas são descoladas e chiques. A autora usa tecidos naturais o que na minha opinião valoriza muito o trabalho. Valeu demais e o preço está muito abaixo do que ele realmente vale.

There are pattern templates (9 sizes) included for a variety of items, including a bag, dresses, pants, blouses, etc.You will need to have tracing paper to use the templates. The best paper is found at an art supply store. The templates allow you to mix and match different features to make your own creations. You will only be limited by your own imagination.Instructions are clear, but the print is small.NOTE: Seam allowance for most of the patterns is 3/8 -- it isn't obvious, but early on in the book (page 6) this is specified. Very easy to miss and will make a big difference in sizing if you assume that it is 5/8, which is typically the seam allowance for most patterns.

Un libro muy completo que cubre muchas modificaciones habituales para poder hacer tu propia ropa y que te quede genial, también indica que arrugas indican que necesitas esa modificación. Incluye varios patrones básicos para trabajarlos. Aún no he hecho ninguno del libro, solo he usado modificaciones para otro patrones. Lo recomiendo.

Il libro si presenta bene, le spiegazioni anche se in inglese sono ben chiare e facilmente traducibili. Per ogni modello ci sono i consigli anche per il tipo di stoffa da usare, e inoltre ci sono molti trucchetti per la confezione.

This is a great book for those of us who love Burda Style. You get some clever designs, patterns and instructions. The books contain detailed photographs which explain written instructions. I have not tried the patterns yet and the instructions seem textbook. I haven’t seen any tips like from Brensan Studios of cutting a neck facing about 1/16” smaller than the bodice front piece so the neckline lies flat, but they are OK. You get patterns for: A shopping bag, Sade blouse, Rae pants, Utu skirt and pinafore, Salina dress, jumpsuit and top, Saraste shirt, Kaste cocktail dress, with butterfly sleeve, Palo jeans and Halo coat. Most designs come with variations that change the look, e,g., the butterfly sleeves on the sleeveless cocktail dress. The photos are of finished garments so you can compare.. Patterns are folded in the back in a pocket. They are on regular photocopy weight paper. Just for the fun-factor this book gets 5⭐️ because so many books show pointless designs. These are all makable but different at the same time. Fabric choice is key.