Greyfriars and Grace makes sustainable small-batch clothing from vintage, pre-loved, and new fabrics and offers practical sewing patterns that prioritise reusing existing textiles to simplify garment-making and reduce environmental impact.
Designer
Hello, I’m Fiona Alexander, a sewing pattern designer based in Edinburgh.
I’ve loved sewing and textiles for as long as I can remember—my mother taught me at 8 years old, and it’s been part of my life ever since. After living in Sydney and spending 13 years in London, I’m now back in Scotland creating designs inspired by a lifelong passion for fabric and design.
I create small-batch, sustainable clothing using a mix of pre-loved, vintage, and new fabrics—giving materials a second life through thoughtful, modern design.
My PDF sewing patterns are designed to be stylish, practical, and the majority are beginner-friendly. After launching in 2021, my work was recognised at the British Sewing Awards, where I won three awards, including two for Best Eco-Friendly Product.
Many of my patterns include options for upcycling existing clothes and textiles, helping you sew more sustainably.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything I create. I hope you enjoy making and wearing these designs.
“We love sewing with beautiful and interesting fabrics and have created easy to follow sewing patterns, many with an environmental focus on reusing existing natural textiles to reduce excessive manufacturing, the release of plastic microfibres into our oceans and landfill”
Sustainable clothing
Click on Shop - Clothing to see our small batch clothing made from a mix of new, vintage and reclaimed fabric.
Follow us on Instagram @greyfriarsandgrace for previews of upcoming releases and behind-the-scenes making.
Easy to Follow Sewing Patterns
Click on Shop - Patterns or Etsy shop for our easy to follow digital PDF sewing patterns that can be printed at home on a regular A4/US letter printer or at a copy shop.
All our patterns have step-by-step instructions with photos and illustrations.
Some patterns include a helpful one page Quick Guide and YouTube video.
Environmentally friendly
We encourage the use of high-quality textiles, and many of our patterns include options for reusing existing clothing and fabrics—helping to reduce waste, microfibre pollution, and landfill.
The end result is beautiful, quality, handmade and unique clothing made with love.
