There are a few factors to considerate before choosing your first sewing pattern. I always recommend a learning pattern from a modern independent pattern maker. I've made a list below of some great ones.

Here is a wee checklist of things I would look out for, but you choose based on your own capability and patience. Sewing is all about being patient.

• Check what kind of fastening it has, choose something easier like maybe a wrap skirt or a floaty top that don't need any fastening to start with.
• Check the amount of pattern pieces there is. The more there is the more time-consuming the project will be. Are you patient enough? 
• Sleeves and collars, some love them, some hate them. Maybe a built-in-sleeve pattern like a kimono to start with? And a Peter Pan collar rather than a standing shirt collar. But once again, you will know where your limits are.

Here are some pattern companies I recommend to start with, or generally are just lovely to work with  no matter what level you are at:

• Tilly and the Buttons
• Sewaholic
• Colette
• By Hand London
• Deer & Doe
• Sew Over It

If you have any questions about choosing your pattern then please send an email my way. You can always find me on facebook for frequent updates and pattern inspiration.