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Make by TFS — Poppy Coat in Cinnamon

Make by TFS — Poppy Coat in Cinnamon

A glorious rainbow of coating colours has just arrived online and in stores and we couldn't wait to sew one up using our beloved Poppy Coat pattern! With brown tones having quite a moment, we all...
Make by TFS — Fawn Poppy Coat

Make by TFS — Fawn Poppy Coat

Our Make by TFS Poppy Coat makes the most incredible base for showcasing so many different coating fabrics including timeless tones like fawn, ecru and camel. Practical, stylish, and simple to pair with everything from jeans and...
Make by TFS — Striped Essential Fog Tee + Mabel Dress

Make by TFS — Striped Essential Fog Tee + Mabel Dress

There are very few staple garments that stand the test of trends like classic striped knits! Think Hepburn-worthy Breton tees, utilitarian sailor-style sweaters, and wardrobe staple wear-everyday tanks, dresses and turtlenecks. Our new shipment of...
Make by TFS — Fresh Bloom + Ivy Makes

Make by TFS — Fresh Bloom + Ivy Makes

Our recent shipment of Japanese prints has been flying out the door in stores and online this week! Spring is well and truly here in the Southern Hemisphere and our team have been busy with new season...
Make by TFS — Lucie Robe + Prints

Make by TFS — Lucie Robe + Prints

OMG these prints! A new shipment of exuberant and energizing prints has arrived in stores and online from Japan this week, and we are obsessed (to say the least). This is a truly special bunch...
Make by TFS — Cass Shorts Hack

Make by TFS — Cass Shorts Hack

It's springtime here in the Southern Hemisphere and with warmer weather on the cards, we're busy planning our trans-seasonal sewing projects. A pair of structured shorts makes a chic yet practical wardrobe addition and our Make...
Make by TFS — Fog Tee in Merino Boucle

Make by TFS — Fog Tee in Merino Boucle

Recently here at The Fabric Store we managed to secure a large canceled designer order of two ultra-classic black Heavyweight Merino Ponte and Boucle knits! These cosy 320 & 350gsm styles have excellent stability and body, making them a...
Make by TFS — Poppy Coat Staff Makes

Make by TFS — Poppy Coat Staff Makes

The Poppy Coat pattern release was highly anticipated by our TFS team, as coat patterns can be tricky to find, especially those that incorporate a modern silhouette and style but are classic and versatile enough to wear...
Make by TFS — Ivy Dress Puff Sleeve Hack

Make by TFS — Ivy Dress Puff Sleeve Hack

Have you noticed how popular balloon and puff sleeves are? Countless #MeMade iterations having been popping up over on Instagram, from sculptural pleated versions to billowing gathers, there's a puff sleeve style to suit everyone!...