Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
The Big 5 sewing brands are officially under new ownership — and this could change how patterns are released, sold, and supported.
In this video, I break down exactly what happened, why the bankruptcy allowed these brands to be spun off, and what it means for sewists like you.
Watch to understand what’s coming next, which brands are affected, and how this might change your pattern shopping.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Big Five Sewing Pattern Brands Update
01:40 – DGA Bankruptcy Explained
03:23 – Abbie Small New CEO of Simplicity, Inc
04:50 – What's Going On with Simplicity Patterns now?
08:21 – Future Big 5 Pattern Releases & Updates
10:27 - What To Watch For at Simplicity
#sewing #sewist #sewingnews #sewingcommunity #patternreview #sewingindustry #handmadewardrobe #big5brands #patterncompanies #sewingtrends
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Hi, there, sewing enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to have you here. Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just getting started, my channel is dedicated to helping you create beautiful garments with ease and confidence. Don’t forget to check out all the amazing resources and products I offer to enhance your sewing journey!
🧵 Garment Sewing Basics e-Course: Want to master the art of sewing your own clothes? My e-Course teaches you 11 essential sewing skills, perfect for all levels. Start your sewing adventure today! bit.ly/GSBwaitlist
👚 Sewing Merch: Shop my collection of cute and stylish sewing-themed merchandise, designed especially for sewists by a fellow sewist. etsy.com/shop/InsideTheHem
📺 Sew-Alongs: Join me in making more than a dozen different garments step by step. Perfect for hands-on learners who love sewing with a buddy! insidethehem.com/sewalongs
📚 Free Guides: Dive into my comprehensive sewing guides, including:
• "Garment Sewing Guide of Guides" insidethehem.com/sewingguide
• "All About Interfacing Guide" insidethehem.com/interfacing-guide
They’re packed with tips and tricks to elevate your sewing game.
🛠 Sewing Tools I Love: Discover my favorite sewing tools and supplies on my Amazon Storefront. These are tried-and-true products I use and love. amzn.to/3VfvIvT
📒 Sewing Planners & Journals: Organize your sewing projects with my bespoke planners and journals. From sew-cation packing lists to annual planners and swatch journals, there’s something for every sewist. bit.ly/ITHPlanners
💖 Donate to My Tip Jar: If you enjoy my content and would like to support my work, consider leaving a tip through PayPal. Your support helps me keep creating valuable content for you. paypal.com/ncp/payment/U9GXQBFDFDLHU
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Thank you for being a part of this amazing community! Happy sewing! ✂️✨
Music Attribution:
swoosh03.wav by kwahmah_02 -- freesound.org/s/269309 -- License: Attribution 3.0
Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Big 5 sewing brands are officially under new ownership — and this could change how patterns are released, sold, and supported.
In this video, I break down exactly what happened, why the bankruptcy allowed these brands to be spun off, and what it means for sewists like you.
Watch to understand what’s coming next, which brands are affected, and how this might change your pattern shopping.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Big Five Sewing Pattern Brands Update
01:40 – DGA Bankruptcy Explained
03:23 – Abbie Small New CEO of Simplicity, Inc
04:50 – What's Going On with Simplicity Patterns now?
08:21 – Future Big 5 Pattern Releases & Updates
10:27 - What To Watch For at Simplicity
#sewing #sewist #sewingnews #sewingcommunity #patternreview #sewingindustry #handmadewardrobe #big5brands #patterncompanies #sewingtrends
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Hi, there, sewing enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to have you here. Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just getting started, my channel is dedicated to helping you create beautiful garments with ease and confidence. Don’t forget to check out all the amazing resources and products I offer to enhance your sewing journey!
🧵 Garment Sewing Basics e-Course: Want to master the art of sewing your own clothes? My e-Course teaches you 11 essential sewing skills, perfect for all levels. Start your sewing adventure today! bit.ly/GSBwaitlist
👚 Sewing Merch: Shop my collection of cute and stylish sewing-themed merchandise, designed especially for sewists by a fellow sewist. etsy.com/shop/InsideTheHem
📺 Sew-Alongs: Join me in making more than a dozen different garments step by step. Perfect for hands-on learners who love sewing with a buddy! insidethehem.com/sewalongs
📚 Free Guides: Dive into my comprehensive sewing guides, including:
• "Garment Sewing Guide of Guides" insidethehem.com/sewingguide
• "All About Interfacing Guide" insidethehem.com/interfacing-guide
They’re packed with tips and tricks to elevate your sewing game.
🛠 Sewing Tools I Love: Discover my favorite sewing tools and supplies on my Amazon Storefront. These are tried-and-true products I use and love. amzn.to/3VfvIvT
📒 Sewing Planners & Journals: Organize your sewing projects with my bespoke planners and journals. From sew-cation packing lists to annual planners and swatch journals, there’s something for every sewist. bit.ly/ITHPlanners
💖 Donate to My Tip Jar: If you enjoy my content and would like to support my work, consider leaving a tip through PayPal. Your support helps me keep creating valuable content for you. paypal.com/ncp/payment/U9GXQBFDFDLHU
🌟 Become a Hemsider: Join my Channel Meemberships to get access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCwJJ7VNilW8YXbsJnWNEzyw/join
Thank you for being a part of this amazing community! Happy sewing! ✂️✨
Music Attribution:
swoosh03.wav by kwahmah_02 -- freesound.org/s/269309 -- License: Attribution 3.0
Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
