Ready-to-sew kits, thoughtfully designed to make sewing a pleasure from start to finish, combining beautiful fabrics with clear, easy-to-follow instructions.
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Designed for Makers
Original Clothkits designs created with creativity and practicality in mind.
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Everything You Need
Carefully prepared kits and materials to help you enjoy the making process.
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Trusted Heritage
A much-loved British brand inspiring makers since 1968.
Clothkits
The Clothkits Collection is rooted in a rich sewing heritage that stretches back to 1968. Founded by designer Anne Kennedy, Clothkits began with a wonderfully simple but revolutionary idea: printing dressmaking pattern pieces directly onto fabric. This clever approach made sewing far more accessible, allowing makers of all ages and abilities to create their own clothes with confidence. Anne’s original designs quickly became beloved for their creativity, practicality and distinctive style, establishing Clothkits as a trusted name in British dressmaking.
Today, that same spirit continues to guide everything we do. Drawing on decades of experience in sewing, pattern design and fabric selection, the Clothkits Collection celebrates both the brand’s iconic archive and a new generation of thoughtfully designed projects. Some designs revive well-loved classics from the original Clothkits catalogue, while others are newly developed to suit contemporary wardrobes and modern sewing techniques.
Each Clothkits kit is carefully created by our team of sewing experts, combining high-quality fabrics with clear, well-tested instructions and precisely printed pattern pieces. The aim remains exactly as it was over fifty years ago: to make sewing enjoyable, achievable and rewarding for makers of all experience levels. Whether you remember the original Clothkits from years gone by or are discovering them for the first time, these heritage sewing kits offer a satisfying and creative way to make garments that are truly your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Clothkits and how do they work?
What are Clothkits and how do they work?
Clothkits are ready-to-sew dressmaking and craft kits where the pattern pieces are printed directly onto the fabric, removing the need for tracing or cutting from paper patterns. Each kit includes clear instructions, making it easy to sew garments, accessories, and toys at home. Our designs range from children’s clothing and padded jackets to women’s dresses, bags, and rag dolls.
Are Clothkits suitable for beginners?
Are Clothkits suitable for beginners?
Yes, many Clothkits are perfect for beginners, with clear, easy-to-follow instructions to guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re just starting out or have plenty of sewing experience, our kits take the guesswork out of making while leaving room for creativity, confidence and craftsmanship.
What types of sewing projects can I make with Clothkits?
What types of sewing projects can I make with Clothkits?
There’s a really wide mix of projects to choose from. You can sew children’s clothing, women’s dresses, padded jackets and jerkins, skirts, bags, accessories, and much-loved rag dolls. There are also sewing patterns if you’d like more flexibility.
Do Clothkits include everything I need to complete the project?
Do Clothkits include everything I need to complete the project?
Our kits include all the fabric, pattern pieces, instructions and haberdashery you’ll need to complete your project. You’ll just need your usual sewing essentials - scissors, needles and a sewing machine, and a cup of tea!
Are Clothkits a good gift for children or adults?
Are Clothkits a good gift for children or adults?
Absolutely! Clothkits make lovely gifts for both children and adults. Each kit takes the guesswork out of making, as we’ve already done the hard work of choosing the right fabrics, patterns and haberdashery for you.
Children’s kits are especially popular for birthdays and Christmas, offering the fun of making alongside a finished piece to be proud of. For adults, our dressmaking kits, bags and accessories make a thoughtful, creative gift for anyone who enjoys sewing, or fancies giving it a go.