The problem
Most sewing databases begin with a pattern. That works when you know what you want to make, but it is awkward when you own 1-6 metres of fabric and need to work backwards. Fabric requirements vary by size, width, view and layout, so a simple numeric filter is rarely available.
The approach
This site keeps the job small. You describe the fabric, amount and skill level. A transparent rules engine compares those facts with a curated catalog and links you to original pattern pages. There is no account, stash dashboard or generated pattern.
What the beta is testing
The important signal is not whether visitors say the idea sounds good. It is whether they enter a real piece of fabric, inspect the explanation and open an original pattern page. Anonymous aggregate events help measure that journey.
Editorial principles
- Link to the original creator rather than copying their work.
- Label estimates and uncertainty instead of presenting false precision.
- Keep useful content available without requiring an account.
- Separate future advertising or affiliate relationships from recommendations.
- Prefer a smaller reviewed catalog over automated scraping.
Have fabric waiting?
Use the beta and tell us whether the shortlist was useful through the feedback buttons.
Try the finderLast updated: August 9, 2026.