Heatwave Sewing ☀️ My Top 6 Indie Patterns to Keep You Cool

It’s still very hot here in Devon — we’re in another heatwave — so today I’m sharing my top 6 indie sewing patterns for hot weather. These are the patterns I reach for when I want something loose, breezy, floaty and cool, whether I’m heading to work, choir, or just trying to survive 35°C sunshine! I’m talking tops, trousers, shorts and dresses — all indie designers, all tried‑and‑true favourites (with one exciting new contender!). Fabric choice is key, so you’ll hear why I love viscose, cotton and linen for keeping cool. Let me know in the comments: What do YOU sew when it’s really hot? Patterns mentioned TOPS • Sintra Halter Top — Liesl & Co • Lioness Top — Maison Fauve BOTTOMS • Chanterelle Pants — Sew Liberated • Pietra Trousers & Shorts — Closet Core DRESSES • Lotta Dress — Tilly and the Buttons • Fringe Dress — Chalk & Notch CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro – Heatwave sewing 00:29 Welcome back 01:03 Fabric choices for staying cool 01:30 Top 1: Sintra Halter Top (Liesl & Co) 03:40 Top 2: Lioness Top (Maison Fauve) 07:49 Bottoms intro – wide‑leg summer trousers 09:05 Bottom 1: Chanterelle Pants (Sew Liberated) 10:24 Bottom 2: Pietra Trousers & Shorts (Closet Core) 15:00 Dresses intro 15:19 Dress 1: Lotta Dress (Tilly and the Buttons) 17:01 Honourable mention: Leah Dress 17:52 Dress 2: Fringe Dress (Chalk & Notch) 20:49 Final thoughts & questions You can find me on Instagram   / thesingingsewist   Or email me on [email protected] See you soon Claire xx #sewing #sewover50 #sewingvlogger #sewistsofinstagram #singingmakesyoufeelgood #stitching #handmadewardrobe #creative #dressmaking