GBSB Ep8 Inspiration: Stitched from the Page
From Sherlock Holmes tweeds and reworked school uniforms to romantic Jane Austen dresses, explore the fabrics that inspired Literary Icons Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: EU 34-52 (approximately UK 6-22 based on our size chart)
Description
Exuding elegance with a subtly pleated shoulder, a well-defined square neckline, and a long buttoned cuff, LAUREN carries a hint of retro charm. This versatile piece offers a wise yet characterful look, available as a slightly flared blouse or a knee-length trapeze dress. Its refined silhouette invites bold prints, colour blocking, or luxurious fabrics—a truly chic and versatile choice.
Recommended fabric
Light weight fabrics (80 to 150g / m2) such as, viscose, cotton, tencel, linen, silk and for the blouse version a pretty openwork fabric. Rather supple fabrics, which will flatter the work of the shoulder pleat and the fall of the gathered sleeve.
Notions
Delivery & Returns
Processing Your Order: We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 working days. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your order is handled with care and sent out promptly.
UK Delivery:
Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2nd Class Delivery: This is our standard Royal Mail service. Delivery is typically estimated at 2–3 working days from dispatch, although times can vary.
Royal Mail Tracked 24 - 1st Class Delivery: A faster Royal Mail option, typically estimated at 1–2 working days from dispatch. Please note that this is not a guaranteed next day service.
Courier Delivery: We offer a courier service via Parcelforce for customers requiring a faster delivery option. We aim to dispatch eligible orders placed before 1pm on the same working day, but this cannot be guaranteed. Courier delivery is generally expected on the next working day following dispatch. Orders placed on Friday may not be collected until the following Monday. This service is tracked.
We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
We deliver worldwide - view our full list of international destinations.
All delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our control once your parcel has been handed to the delivery provider.
We want you to love your order! If you’re not completely happy, you can return items within 28 days of receiving your order.
Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Maison Fauve - Lauren Blouse & Dress Pattern is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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