Hello, hello! 👋 Welcome to Digital Pattern Library where you can learn to sew online and discover the entire fashion process in a safe online space and build your dream wardrobe.
Designed by you. Made by you. Worn by you.
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Follow the creative brief, attend three high-value workshops
and share your design.
We strive to make fashion accessible for all here at Digital Pattern Library, through affordable products and services that provide easy to follow educational resources.
Our eBooks, otherwise known as “Fashion File Packs”, are a cornerstone of this ethos providing bite-size learning for focussed skills across pattern drafting and sewing methods.
An award-winning fashion designer, pattern cutter and creative consultant.
Lover of horses 🐎, fearer of balloons 🎈 and the proud owner of a wonky spine (thanks, scoliosis).
Which is why I understand the importance clothes can have on our confidence, I also firmly believe fashion should be accessible for all and creativity can 100% be taught.
So, let’s take this journey together, shall we?
“Your channel popped up on my feed and I’m so happy!! That was a great tutorial and you’re a great instructor. Looking forward to watching more of your videos!”
Over the course of 3 lessons, learn everything you need to know to get started with pattern cutting theory and drafting your own clothes.
This is beginner friendly and walks you through
Tools & terminology
Measurements & markings
Basic pattern manipulation techniques
Digital Pattern Library started as an indie sewing pattern platform before developing into an educational one-stop online destination to make fashion accessible for all where you can learn to sew online. Combining my formal training in luxury womenswear with over a decade of industry experience, I’m now sharing everything I know, and teach the skills to essentially render me useless, so you can become the architect of your own wardrobe.
No ‘natural talent’ necessary.
Unleash your inner fashion designer and abolish creative criticism with our comprehensive, beginner-friendly resources. From our popular 3 Day Fashion Design Challenge to detailed visual communication tutorials on the blog.
We offer everything you need to start creating unique, personalised designs that align to your style. Explore our expert tips and step-by-step guides to kickstart your dream wardrobe today.
Master the art of pattern making to bring your design ideas to life. Whether you're drafting patterns from scratch or making custom adjustments, our resources will guide you through the process step by step.
Start with our FREE Pattern Cutting Basics course or dive into hundreds of exclusive tutorials and resources inside The DPL Atelier.
From beginner fundamentals to advanced techniques, find everything you need to create unique garments for any skill level.
Achieve a flawless fit with precise fitting amendments that make all the difference in how your clothes feel and flatter.
Explore PDF Fashion File Packs and expert tips on altering patterns for specific fit needs—whether you're adjusting for comfort, unique body shapes, or personal style preferences.
You'll gain the confidence to make even the most complex fitting adjustments with ease and start to feel great in the clothes you create and fall in love with your figure.
Master sewing techniques for every fabric, from luxurious leathers to delicate chiffons, with our easy-to-follow masterclasses and YouTube videos.
Achieve professional finishes that make your garments as beautiful on the inside as they are on the outside with our PDF fashion file packs that provide bite-sized, on-the-go learning for mastering a variety of methods. Elevate your sewing skills and create luxury garments with confidence using our learning resources.
“Who better to design the clothes you want to wear than you, the wearer?!”
