Bags, Patterns, and a Little Bit of Sewing Magic
A busy week surrounded by creativity has me itching to sew clothes again.
This week has been a busy one here at Albero HQ, and it’s left me feeling more inspired than I have in a long time.
A big part of my time has been spent collating information from our wonderful designers for PatternMatch, making sure their beautiful patterns will be easy to search, discover, and fall in love with. Every time I read through their descriptions or browse their designs, I’m reminded of the creativity and artistry in the indie sewing world. There are so many clever details, thoughtful instructions, and downright gorgeous designs out there—it makes me want to dive straight back into sewing clothes again!
I’ll admit, I haven’t sewn garments for myself for a few years now. Life and other projects have taken over, and while I’ve been making plenty of bags and accessories, my dressmaking machine has been a little too quiet. But this week, working on PatternMatch, seeing all these incredible indie patterns—from dreamy dresses to perfectly cut trousers—has completely reignited that spark. I’ve already bookmarked a few that I have to make for myself soon.
Alongside that, I’ve also been working on a bespoke handbag order, which is always such a treat. Collaborating with someone to design their perfect bag feels like a little bit of magic—it’s not just about fabric and hardware, it’s about creating something that will be loved and carried every day.
So, this week has been a lovely reminder of why I do what I do. The indie sewing community is bursting with creativity, and with PatternMatch, I’m so excited to help more people discover it. And who knows? Maybe you’ll see a few me-made clothes popping up on my feed soon… I think it’s time to dust off the garment patterns and start sewing for myself again. 💛
If you missed my post about PatternMatch, you can find it by following the link below.
Happy sewing!
Suzanne, Charlotte and Rebecca