The Pattern-Free Wardrobe: 10 simple dressmaking projects - Softcover

Hind, Kimberley

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1800922396 ISBN 13: 9781800922396

Publisher: Search Press, 2026

Synopsis

Create and customize your own stylish capsule wardrobe... without using dressmaking patterns! 

Use simple, beginner-friendly techniques to sew 10 stylish, versatile and contemporary garments with Kimberley Hind (@whatkimberleymakes).

Are dressmaking patterns essential for creating stylish and flattering clothes? No!

Can you create a range of impressive garments using just your own measurements and some simple techniques? Yes! 

Popular designer and dressmaker Kimberley Hind takes you through everything you need to know to get started. Whether that's choosing the right fabrics for the look and finish you want, to accurately taking your body measurements so that your clothes fit in just the right way, Kimberley's friendly and no-nonsense attitude will get you started in no time... and with no need for dressmaking patterns! 

• Everything is shown visually: from seaming, hemming, shirring, adding ruffles and finishing your garments.
• All 10 beginner-friendly projects are visually explained step by step: choose from skirts, trousers, tops, dresses, shorts and a jacket.
• The projects are looser fitting to suit any body shape, and can be customized for your preferred style: adapt the sleeves, straps, cuffs and hem length as you want.
• The projects aim for minimal waste, with advice and tips on using leftover fabric scraps to make accessories.

About this title

About the Author

Kimberley Hind grew up around sewing, being the daughter of best-selling sewing author Debbie Shore. After 12 years working as a visual merchandiser, she discovered a real passion for sewing during maternity leave following the birth of her daughter. Since then, she has made it her full-time occupation. Now, Kimberley runs a successful online sewing shop as well as her website which shares tutorials, tips and sewing inspiration. She also designs modern, beginner-friendly sewing patterns through her brand Made on Monday. Kimberley likes to create sewing projects that are simple and easy to follow, providing clear guidance for makers of all levels.

Kimberley lives in London, UK. Visit her website www.whatkimberleymakes.com and find her on Instagram @whatkimberleymakes

From the Back Cover

Create and customize your own stylish capsule wardrobe using simple sewing techniques - without dressmaking patterns - with popular fashion designer and dressmaker Kimberley Hind.

Inside you will find everything you need to know to sew your own clothes: from choosing materials to suit the look and finish you want, cutting out simple fabric shapes based on your own body measurements, along with all the sewing techniques and finishing know-how needed to complete each project.

Follow the illustrated step-by-step instructions to sew 10 versatile and contemporary garments, including skirts, trousers, shorts, tops and dresses, with a jacket to complete the look. Follow Kimberley's tips on customizing the garments to adapt the sleeves, straps, cuffs and hem length to suit your own style, and sew stunning unique pieces that fit you in just the right way.

Edition details

• Publisher: Search Press
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1800922396
• ISBN 13: 9781800922396
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144