Sarah Orme
Digital Editor, Gathered
Sarah Orme is a UK-based linocut printmaker, digital editor, feature writer and award-winning podcaster. She's been editing the sewing and art sections of Gathered.how – and before that our sister website calmmoment.com – for over 3 years. She’s the host of Gathered’s We’ve Made It podcast and A Calmer Life podcast. She’s a keen crafter and artist and loves creating DIY tutorials for Gathered. Sarah has previously written features for The Guardian, In The Moment Magazine, Project Calm Magazine, countryfile.com, radiotimes.com and yourhomestyle.uk. She enjoys designing her own unique lino prints and dreams of opening her own online shop. She shares her work @sarahormeprints. Sarah also likes to paint and draw and finds it a great way to relax, she's particularly fond of watercolour and gouache painting. She taught herself to crochet and enjoys nothing more than trying out a new cosy blanket pattern (you can never have too many blankets!).
Recent articles by Sarah Orme
Add depth to your artwork with these 25 watercolor techniques
Discover how to become a brilliant painter with these creative watercolor techniques for artists of all abilities
17 easy watercolor leaf painting tutorials
Forget flowers, it's really easy to create stunning watercolor leaf paintings – even if you're new to painting. Learn how to paint beautiful watercolor leaves
National Quilting Month free downloads
March is National Quilting Month, brought to you in association with Brother! This month we're celebrating every aspect of quilting with free patterns, top tips, an exclusive discount to buy patterns in the Gathered Shop and much more. Don't miss… our fantastic competition to win a Brother Celeste Innovis CX-1 sewing and quilting machine worth £4,299! Enter now Here, you'll find a new free pattern every week throughout March. Use the links below to download the PDFs instantly. Happy crafting! Pattern name Description Pattern name Description Pattern name Description Pattern name Description Don't miss… our fantastic competition to win a
Your guide to interfacing: what are the different types and why do you need them?
From stiffening pockets and facing waistcoats to keeping your stitches steady, interfacing and stabilisers offer a new dimension to your sewing.
Know your sewing scissors
From cutting out sewing patterns to snipping threads, sewing scissors are one of the hardest-working tools in your kit.
Get to know the parts of a sewing machine
Want to know more about the parts of a sewing machine and how they work? Learn more about your machine with our in-depth guide
Quick gift ideas: 40 easy sewing projects you can make fast
Looking for quick gifts to sew for friends and family? We've chosen some of our favourite easy sewing projects to help you make amazing homemade presents for your loved ones
Queen Elizabeth II birthday picture mount
15 of the best hat patterns to sew
Whether you're looking for a summer sun hat or a stylish baker boy cap to wear in the winter, you're bound to find something you'll love in our pick of the best hat sewing patterns
Make 2026 your most exciting year yet with a Stitchtopia craft holiday
Combine your love of crafting with a trip to remember – and plan a getaway that’s truly unforgettable
15 best Christmas decorations to sew
We love to make our own Christmas decorations! Explore our pick of the best Christmas decorations to sew this festive season
Stitch something special with our 12 Mother's Day sewing projects
If you're looking for a quick gift to stitch for your mum this Mother's Day then look no further! We've rounded up some of our favourite Mother's Day sewing projects to inspire your crafting.
How to make roller blinds
Knowing how to sew your own blinds is an incredibly useful skill. Learn how to make roller blinds step by step with our helpful tutorial
How to make pleats guide
Learn how to make pleats using our expert guide, covering everything from knife pleats to box pleats.
20 of the best winter sewing patterns for 2025
Want to refresh your winter wardrobe? Take a look at our pick of the best winter sewing patterns and find your next project!
20 gorgeous blouse patterns to elevate your wardrobe!
A beautiful blouse never goes out of style! Find the perfect top for you with our pick of the best blouse patterns
25+ exciting animal patterns to sew at home
We love to stitch an adorable stuffed animal! Learn how to make your own cuddly toys with our favourite animal patterns to sew
The best Christmas sewing patterns you'll love making this festive season
From stockings and advent calendars to easy sew Christmas decorations, give this holiday season a handmade touch with our favourite free and paid-for Christmas sewing projects.
‘I couldn’t tell who would be there in the final’: Esme Young's behind-the-scenes gossip about the new series of the Sewing Bee
We caught up with The Great British Sewing Bee’s legendary judge Esme Young to find out all the gossip from this year's show.
The Doodle Revolution is here and it's incredibly powerful...
Picking up a pen and drawing whatever comes to mind can help you to be more relaxed, focused and creative.
Get sketching this spooky season! 19 easy Halloween drawings that are freakishly fun
Ready for some sinister sketching? Create creepy art this October with Gathered’s Halloween drawing ideas.
32 eye-catching alternatives to traditional Christmas trees
These inventive DIY Christmas trees are a fabulous alternative to traditional trees. Save space and money with these creative makes.
100 Christmas craft ideas for a handmade festive season
Fill your home with handmade decorations and rustle up DIY gifts with our easy Christmas crafts to make
Sketch the season! 33 easy Christmas drawing ideas to lift your spirits
Give yourself a break in the run-up to the big day with a festive sketching session. Settle in with a hot chocolate and try our easy Christmas drawing ideas.
