Sewing Bee 2023 Week 7 Patterns & Techniques

Were you inspired by 90s fashion week? Keep reading for cargo pants designs, Supermodel looks inspired by the contestants and classic 1990s fashion trends modernised into current sewing patterns. We’re rounding up some of the techniques and patterns you’ve seen on the show to inspire your sewing and boost your skills.

Challenge 1

If you loved the cargo pants sewn in challenge one of tonight’s episode pick up one of our cargo pants patterns for HALF PRICE! Pick a cargo pant pattern from our Sewing Bee Episode 7 collection and use the code SBCARGO at checkout.

This offer expires 23:59 July 12th. P&P charges still apply.

Challenge 3

When it came to Supermodel fashion there were some amazing creations. We’ve picked the best pattern for recreating each contestants style but remember to check out our Sewing Bee Episode 7 collection for extra ideas!

Imagine Vicki’s bustier dress as a top & skirt

Recreate Asmaa’s lace fishtail gown with this very similar design!

Embellish with chains like Mia and make your skirt split as high as you like!

Copy Lauren’s strappy slip style and practice your spaghetti thin rouleaux straps.

Sew a slinky dress like Lizzie

Tony’s colourblock creation could be made with M8341 OR M8194 – Choices choices!

Lauren and Lizzie cut their dresses on the bias! Need a quick overview of how sewing on the bias works? Let us tell you everything you need to know.

Mia made sewing velvet look like a dream! But if you need to know what “nap” is and how to achieve a gorgeous finish, read our essential guide to mastering this fabric.

And a few garments tonight were made with slippery fabrics! Follow our top tips to stay in control of silky floaty fabric.