Dots n Stripes

19/06/2026

Our SUMMER SALE has started!💥

For this sale we've gone through our entire product range and you can find over 100 discounted items, from this seasons summer fabrics, jerseys and viscose to double gauze, denims and many more. Many fabrics are marked down by more than 60%! And we have also included some sewing patterns and magazines in the sale.
Head over to our website and snap up some incredible bargain, available only while stock lasts!

15/06/2026

And the travel continues: Florence, Siena, Pisa and Cinque Terre were Leoni's next stops. Blue skies and sunshine all the way ☀️, and more ice cream of course 🫶

15/06/2026

A great article about the incredible work of Front Lounge. It is fantastic how many lives it has already changed, not only through sewing but also through all the other projects it offers. And there is so much more to come...

Good morning all! Yesterday Front Lounge made it into The Herald online and in print! Check it out!

https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/education/26189931.dundee-charitys-25-year-journey-all-ages-qualification/

14/06/2026

12/06/2026

It's been another busy and very productive week here at our sewing classes. Here is some inspiration for you ❤️
Have a lovely weekend!

11/06/2026

New pattern in stock 😍

Meet SILKE, a blouse sewing pattern by Wardrobe by Me. Silke is a versatile woven T-shirt pattern with a relaxed A-line silhouette and wide sleeves. The neckline, sleeves, and hem have facings, giving the blouse a polished look while keeping the construction simple, perfect for an adventurous beginner.
Fancy having a go? Then head over to our webshop and get your copy today!

06/06/2026

We could do with a bit of Italian sunshine ☀️ and ice cream of course 🍨Rome, Leoni's second stop on her tour though Italy...

03/06/2026

New Tilly and the Buttons pattern release! ❤

Meet LEAH, the pattern you’ll make and wear on repeat. Love clean lines and an understated style? Sew an everyday shift top or minimalist mini dress to throw on and go. Fancy more whimsy? Add the gathered skirt to make a pretty peplum top or floaty tiered midi dress, with optional playful side ties.

- Choice of shift top, shift dress, peplum top, or tiered midi dress
- Semi-fitted, slightly A-line, sleeveless bodice with bust darts
- Optional side ties on the peplum top and tiered dress versions
- Bias binding finish on the neckline and armholes
- Keyhole back opening with button and loop

The pattern is suitable for confident beginners and is now available to order through our website.

01/06/2026

New tiny dots cotton fabric bundles available 😍

In addition to our popular aqua and red dotty bundle we now also have the rainbow version and the ultra big bundle (containing all 18 colours) available for you!
Each individual fabric measures 45x145cm and is perfect for patchwork, quilting, craft projects but also for dressmaking. All bundles are available on our website.

30/05/2026

Those of you who have been following my page for a while probably know how much my daughter loves travelling, so after finishing her first year at uni Leoni packed her bags again and is currently backpacking five weeks through Italy 🇮🇹 First stop: Naples

Leoni Doig