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Tui Pinafore Bow and Loop Hack

Transform your Tui Pinafore with this great bow and loop hack.

How To Make Your Own Fabric Sewing Labels

You can make fabric sewing labels using your home printer! Check out this blog for all the DIY tips and tricks to make your home sewing look super profesh with your customised labels!

Community

Up cycle and sew with Vintage fabrics

Inspiration, tips and advice to up cycle old fabric with your Below the Kōwhai sews.

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Sewing with Autumn Inspiration

Cosy up to beautiful colours and tones with this Autumn inspiration for your Below the Kōwhai makes.

Tutorials

Tui Pinafore Ruffle Hack

Follow this Tui Pinafore ruffle hack to create your own adorable shoulder ruffles using the existing pattern strap pieces!

Tutorials

Scrap Busting Scrunchie Tutorial

Follow this Scrunchie Tutorial to create the perfect hair accessory to coordinate with all your Below the Kōwhai makes.

Tutorials

applying iron on interfacing

Iron-On Interfacing is easy to apply, but if done incorrectly will result in bubbled fabric. Watch this video tutorial for the how-to on applying it!

Tutorials

Using Bias Binding Tutorial

Create smooth finishes with enclosed seams with this bias binding tutorial.

Tutorials

Our Kauri Dress sewing pattern comes with some of the most beautiful internal facings you’ll sew, but if lining is your jam then follow this tutorial for clean insides that spark joy with this Kauri Dress lining hack.

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shipping and delivery

We are excited to be offering printed paper patterns and shipping on a selection of our most popular patterns.