Patterns, Pins & Paper Cuts is a cutting-edge Fashion Production Business founded by Afrika
Growing up as a tall, curvy, plus-size woman at 5'11", I’ve always struggled to find clothes that actually fit — let alone reflect my style. I wasn’t alone. My family is full of tall, strong, uniquely shaped women and men, and we’ve all had to alter, adapt, or settle for fashion that wasn’t made with us in mind. That frustration became fuel. I built Patterns, Pins & Paper Cuts to change that — to offer a service that starts with the body, centres real people, and turns design into something functional, empowering, and stylish for every shape and size.
Mission & Values
Create beautifully crafted, size-inclusive fashion through expert pattern cutting and development services — empowering designers and brands to serve bodies often excluded from traditional fashion sizing.
Values
Fit-first fashion – Garments should work with your body, not against it.
Inclusivity – We centre plus-size and tall bodies in everything we do.
Craft & care – We bring technical precision and love into every project.
Real experience – Our services are built from lived challenges and creative solutions.
Collaboration – We work closely with clients to bring their visions to life — no ego, no gatekeeping.
Hi, I’m Afrika — the founder of Patterns, Pins & Paper Cuts.
