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Nina Lee

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Hello, I’m Nina!

Nina Lee is my independent pattern label celebrating the mighty power of making! Founded in London, my designs so far have been inspired by the incredible heritage and diversity of that brilliant place. Patterns are named after places in the city, from fashion-forward Carnaby Street to the historic treasure trove that is Bloomsbury, and on the printed pattern envelopes you’ll find my original ink illustrations capturing the atmosphere of each neighbourhood. But now I’m based in northern California and am excited to bring you some new designs with a little west-coast flavour… 

My aim here is to be part of the movement away from disposable, ‘fast’ fashion, towards a more sustainable and rewarding form of dressing – but one that never forgets to be fun. I want to help enable women to express their creativity through clothing, regardless of size, shape or age. My designs are intended to fit into your me-made wardrobe year-round, and to work as canvases for your own creativity.

All of the patterns come in UK sizes 6–20, and I’m in the process of expanding this up to size 28. Each design comes with in-depth, fully illustrated instructions to guide you through. They are drafted for an average height of 5’5″ and a B cup.

Before I started Nina Lee I’d been sewing for myself since my teens. You can follow my personal sewing adventures here.

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Well, what can we say other than thank you, thank Well, what can we say other than thank you, thank you, thank you for all your support for the release of Carmel! 
Here are just some of our fabulous pattern testers showing off how versatile Carmel is. With a high, relaxed waistline, 4 bodice options and wonderfully deep pockets, Carmel is the epitome of effortless cool 😎 
And don't forget you can still get 10% off the pattern with code 'hellocarmel' 

#CarmelJumpsuit #Carmel #NinaLeeCarmel #JumpsuitSewing #JumpsuitSewingPattern #ItHasPockets #SewingCommunity #SewistsOfInstagram #HandmadeRevolution
NEW PATTERN! My first California-inspired pattern NEW PATTERN! My first California-inspired pattern is live – say hello to the Carmel Jumpsuit! 

Featuring FOUR bodice variations, a relaxed fit around the waist and wonderfully wide legs with deeeeep pockets, Carmel is everything you need to stay cool in a heatwave, or to look cool layering up on chillier days! Available in PDF format in sizes 6–20 (B cup) and 16–28 (B and D cup). 

To make matters even more exciting, get 10% off Carmel for the next week with code ‘hellocarmel’ 🎉🎉🎉 #carmeljumpsuit
NEW PATTERN! My first California-inspired pattern NEW PATTERN! My first California-inspired pattern is live – say hello to the Carmel Jumpsuit! 

Featuring FOUR bodice variations, a relaxed fit around the waist and wonderfully wide legs with deeeeep pockets, Carmel is everything you need to stay cool in a heatwave, or to look cool layering up on chillier days! Available in PDF format in sizes 6–20 (B cup) and 16–28 (B and D cup). 

To make matters even more exciting, get 10% off Carmel for the next week with code ‘hellocarmel’ 🎉🎉🎉 #carmeljumpsuit
NEW PATTERN AHOY! My first California-inspired pat NEW PATTERN AHOY! My first California-inspired pattern is live – say hello to the Carmel Jumpsuit! 😀

Featuring FOUR bodice variations, a relaxed fit around the waist and wonderfully wide legs with deeeeep pockets, Carmel is everything you need to stay cool in a heatwave, or to look cool layering up on chillier days! 😎 Available in PDF format in sizes 6–20 (B cup) and 16–28 (B and D cup). 

To make matters even more exciting, get 10% off Carmel for the next week with code ‘hellocarmel’. Sew it up in dreamy linen, chambray, viscose or lightweight wool, and romp away in this easy, breezy, outfit-in-one!
If you're searching for inspiration for projects t If you're searching for inspiration for projects that'll see you through to autumn, look no further than @pocketortwo and her AMAZING Richmond Blazer 💜
Swipe to check out that lining 😍 Dani said she has a pair of matching trousers on the way too. As you know we're very keen enthusiasts for a matching blazer/trouser combo so this outfit sounds like the dream!

#RichmondBlazer #NinaLeeRichmondBlazer #NinaLeeRichmond #LilacBlazer #LilacLove #HandmadeBlazer #BlazerStyling #Sewist #MakersMovement #SewingCommunity #SewersGonnaSew #NinaLeePatterns #IndieDesigner
When sewing, fashion and art collide 🤩 @morag_c When sewing, fashion and art collide 🤩
@morag_cj made this YSL and Mondrian inspired Carnaby Dress and it's INCREDIBLE! 
Have you tried colour blocking? We are so inspired by this make ❤️

#CarnabyDress #NinaLeeCarnaby #NinaLeeCarnabyDress #ColourBlock #60sStyle #60sinspired #60sFashion #YSLinspired #MondrianInspired #Carnaby #LondonInspired #InspiredByLondon #Handmade #Sewist #InstaSew #SewingStyle #SewistsOfInstagram
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