7 Indie Patterns I’m Sewing in 2026 (And Why I Chose Them)

Hey friends
It is time to try something new! For 2026, I am challenging myself to step away from my "go-to" brands and dive into seven different independent sewing pattern companies. From companies I’ve only dabbled with to brands that are completely new to my sewing room, I’m exploring a variety of silhouettes, including barrel-leg pants, western-inspired blouses, and even my very first bomber jacket.

In this video, I talk through my plans for each pattern, the fabrics I’ve pulled from my stash, and why I believe independent designers are offering some of the best "chef’s kiss" instructions in the industry right now. Whether you are a fan of Helen’s Closet, Pattern Emporium, or Spaghetti Western Sewing, there is plenty of inspiration for your 2026 sewing queue.

Helen's Closet: Falconer Pants
Spaghetti Western Sewing: Ramona Dress and Top
Just Patterns: Kiara Knit Dress
L’pair: Tazzy Blouse and Leila Top
A Little Seam: Ollie Bomber Jacket
Pattern Emporium: Be Mine Balloon Sleeve Top
The Assembly Line: High Cuff Sweater

Height 5ft 2
Bust 36"
Waist 31"
Hips 41"
Timestamps
0:00 – 7 new patterns for 2026

0:48 – Helen’s Closet: The Falcon Pants (Barrel leg vs. Wide leg)

1:40 – Fitting adjustments for height and seat

2:47 – Spaghetti Western Sewing: The Ramona Dress & Top

4:55 – Sizing and ease for a fuller bust

6:51 – Fabric recommendations for crisp vs. drapey silhouettes

7:50 – Just Patterns: The Kiara Knit Dress

9:13 – Stretch and recovery fabric test

11:13 – L’pair: The Tazzy Blouse & Leila Top

13:08 – Dealing with negative ease in knits

14:24 – A Little Seam: The Ollie Bomber Jacket

15:15 – Pattern Emporium: The Be Mine Balloon Sleeve Top

16:20 – Why Pattern Emporium instructions are worth printing

18:24 – Choosing the right drape for balloon sleeves

19:07 – The Assembly Line: The High Cuff Sweater

20:41 – Why I’m choosing Independent designers over the "Big Four"

21:03 – What are you sewing in 2026?