Designer Inspired Sewing: 9 Beautiful Designer Inspired Knock Off Patterns

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Weberme

"I have a daughter-in-law due in December and this will make a great gift for her. This is such a great idea and so fast and easy and you can check your stash and see what you have on hand. This is great project for a beginner too. Why not make some for a baby shower gift in some bold or pastel colors. A great tutorial with pictures."

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"I am unable to access The Great Gathered Tote pattern???"

Weberme

"I would love to make this beautiful leaf table runner but there is no template anywhere I looked all over and the tutorial is a little bit confusing. Is there a video somewhere. I love the colors that was used but I can also see it done out of bright colors too."

Weberme

"I have a hard time finding my bra size unless I go to a place that sells expensive ones and if you lose weight it starts to get very expensive so this is a good way to save money by resizing the one you have. I went to Victoria Secret to get some bras that would fit me right and I heard the lady talking to another accosiate and said we do not carry thet size and so they gave me one in a size they had that they thought would work and I did not like the way it looked and they said it would stretch. Well I was out of $150.00. I could have resized my own and got same result so this is something that is worth a try. Step by step pictures to help. Thanks."

Weberme

"What a nice switch then just placing the silverware on the table it dresses the table up and they are so easy to make. You can really use some pretty fabric and trim or embellishment to use on any occasion even a wedding reception or formal dinner to just use everyday. Nice tutorial with pictures."

Megan Nielsen

My name is Megan Nielsen - I’m an Aussie independent designer and I love creating sweet, feminine clothing full of pretty details. As a child I used to love playing dress up in my mother's wardrobe, and to this day not only do I still get inspired by the sweet 70's styles that filled her closet, but I get inspired by the feeling I got when I looked in the mirror. I felt simply beautiful. And that's how I want my clothing to make people feel.

I am self-taught and have been sewing since I was 10 years old. I began my love affair with sewing and designing, through ripping up my clothing and remaking it into something unique. I honestly can’t remember a time when I wasn’t making my own clothing – design is a part of who I am. Since then I’ve progressed to drafting all of my own patterns to make my designs come to life- though I still find redesigning old pieces unbelievably fun! In early 2010 I launched my clothing line, and a line of maternity sewing patterns with great success, and since them have been thrilled and grateful by how well my designs have been received.

My most recent project is a website dedicated to helping women make their own maternity and nursing clothing – and I’m excited to see where it goes. My most constant inspirations are found in nature and romance, my favourite fabrics are silks and luxe cottons, and my favourite silhouettes always include a flattering skirt and a defined waist.

More personally, I’m a Australian (though I now live in the USA), a Christian and I’m happily married to the love of my life - we have two gorgeous little children - and I’m incredibly grateful that I am able to pursue my design career as well as raise my children full time.