I didn’t know of one. So I thought I’d make one!
I hope this is a handy resource for anyone and
everyone; please comment below if I’ve missed anyone.
Now I thought this would be an easy task, a quick
google and it should yield many results…. WRONG. I searched on google and was
amazed with the number of results. I’ve surprised myself and am actually really
excited to see the number of NZ designers.
Now I know I’m going to make a conscious effort to try
sew more NZ designers.
Here’s the list of New Zealand pattern Designers:
Papercut Patterns are based in sunny Nelson and describe
themselves as “…a New Zealand based pattern design house that
celebrates the combination of women’s individuality and eco-friendly fashion.” In
addition to being stocked in stores across the globe they also sell PDF copies
of their patterns.
It’s worth noting here that their patterns are listed in
USD; They have a facebook page but as far as I can see no facebook groups.
According to their info page on the website the Sewing
Revival was started by Janine who grew up in rural New Zealand. A long way from
shops and fashion runaways she learned to sew out of necessity.
The website says “Our mission is to ensure patterns are simple
enough to ensure success and different enough to celebrate.” Sounds ideal to me!
It looks like the Sewing Revival sells Women and Youth
patterns and it appears there is a freebie (however I couldn’t get that link to
work for me!)
Looks like you buy the pattern by the size and you can
select from a drop down menu from various currencies (including NZD, AUD, and USD)
I’ve found them on facebook however cannot see a facebook group.
Below the Kowhai has a cute website with the sweetest family
photo on the about me page. Sophie describes her journey and inspiration and
introduces her family here I’d totally
suggest reading if you’re someone who loves to support small and find out about
who you’re supporting.
Below the Kowhai finds it name as Sophie and he family live
“..under a giant tree in Christchurch, New Zealand.”
Below the Kowhai stocks physical and PDF patterns (although
I’ve never bought a physical) for women and kids (there’s even some cute bag
patterns in there – including this free one here!
The website has a review function, which personally I love
for any product!
It looks like there is a currency drop down menu, which has kindly auto selected NZD for me; they have a facebook page and a facebook VIP group here
Little Kiwis Closet (this is my affiliate link - I earn a small commission on any of your purchases)
LKC didn’t even pop up on Googles first page when I searched
for New Zealand Pattern Designers.
LKC is started by Lydia who introduces herself and her
family on the about me page it sounds
like LKC started after Lydia delved into the “world of clothing patterns” after
designing a pair of pants for her then infant, Portia.
LKC patterns are all listed in USD so keep this in mind when
adding to your cart (darn exchange rate). They have a great supportive network
on their facebook group and you can like their facebook page here.
As the name would suggest Trish Newbery patterns are designed
by Trish who is a fashion designer and teacher. Trish has an impressive repertoire
of awards and achievements which you can find on the “about me” section
Trish takes pride in being 100% Pure New Zealand and has a0
Projector files which can be used and avoid paper wastage all together.
Trish has a large collection of patterns which appear to be
catered to women.
Her products are listed in USD; I’ve found both a facebookpage and facebook support group
The Twig and Tale website features beautiful earthy
photography and natural motifs a true reflection of their pattern style. The
about me page says “our sewing patterns embrace simple, step-by-step
construction and the timeless charm of natural materials”.
Twig and Tale say “sewing is not just about creating things,
but creating memories” – how sweet and how true!
Twig & Tale is for everyone
who shares a love of creativity and an adventurous spirit—beginner sewers
especially! It's a celebration of the innocence of childhood and the wonder of
nature. It's about comfy clothes and warm things like hugs and capes and
coats. It's about handmade, love, and imaginary play—featuring classic,
simple patterns that inspire us all to tell a story.
Twig and Tale feature patterns for kids, men and women as
well as play accessories.
The base currency is in USD however there is a small drop down
menu next to the cart icon.
Twig and Tale have a facebook page and facebook group as well as a facebook group and free pattern specifically catered to those
sewing masks during the Covid 19 pandemic.
Forget me not patterns believe in celebrating diversity and their tagline is "contemporary fashion patterns for women".
Based in Wellington, New Zealand they boast a number of beautiful women's patterns including this freebie here.
Their patterns are listed in USD; I've found their facebook page but cannot see a facebook group.
Thanks to google here are some notable mentions of stores
that sell patterns within New Zealand. It’s worth noting that these are NOT
pattern designers in their own right.
Miss Maude - https://missmaudesewing.co.nz/
Now I’ve never bought from this brand however was lucky enough
to visit the physical store when I was off on a small town adventure in
Greytown.
Miss Maude’s about us says they’re a boutique fabric and
haberdashery store started by Emma. The Miss Maude name came about due to “…years
of living amongst some of New Zealand’s most beautiful mountains.” - how freaking cute!!!
While not a pattern designer specifically they stock a
number of boutique pattern designers (including some papercut designs). The
Assembly Line (Sweden) Merchant and Mills (Europe?) and Closet Core Patterns.
It looks like the webstore is in NZD and I can see a
facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MissMaudeSewing)
Sew Indie NZ - https://sew-indie-nz.myshopify.com/
Sew Indie NZ says they on a mission to bring the best of
independent international pattern designers to New Zealand.
They appear to stock a variety of patterns which they sell
in NZ dollars and ship domestically within NZ, thus cutting down the shipping
cost and wait time to those who shop indie patterns from overseas.
It looks like it solely stocks physical patterns (hence the
domestic NZ shipping) which may not be ideal for those PDF pattern lovers (like
me!)
As the mission statement would suggest their items are in
NZ dollars; their facebook page is here https://www.facebook.com/sewindienz
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