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Hand stitched ruching is easy to learn.

The Ruched Top, designed by Jennifer Laflamme, is inspired by Japanese work wear, especially by traditional farmer's clothing. 

Couching stitch is such a versatile stitch.

Introducing Ruth Wickremesooriya

Introducing Amanda McCavour

New patterns have arrived!

Our three new children's wear sewing patterns each focuses on a different handwork technique updated for contemporary wear and includes step-by-step instructions and diagrams leading you through both sewing and handwork details.

Botanica Tinctoria is delighted to be included in the new sustainable sourcing site for theatre and film costuming, We Are Albert. We regularly get inquiries from film costumers since our colours are historically accurate, especially for 19th C. European women's clothing, and our materials have made some starring appearances - we can't say where!