The Crossroads Trench is a quick, easy-to-make, unlined loose fitting wrap jacket shown in two lengths with optional snap closure. This fashionable trench, without facings, features raglan sleeves, an oversized collar and optional pockets. Several options for finishing the edges are provided. Make from two-sided fabric such as denim, linen, fleece or wool. Sizes: S/M and L/XL.
Express your individual style by adding a wink to your wardrobe or room with these beautiful blooms from Indygo Junction s Fabric Flowers. You ll find 25 quick and easy flower projects for wearing, decorating and sharing, with inspiring techniques for the novice to the more advanced creative enthusiast. Recycle your jeans, ties, sweaters and t-shirts, combine cotton prints into one-of-a-kind fashion statements, create painterly effects of needle felting, and play with felt, wools, and silks. 50 fabric variations to spark your creativity are included! From a simple rose created from re-purposed denim jeans to a full wedding bouquet of felted roses, the projects in this book teach traditional techniques and introduce you to flower making short-cut methods, featuring Clover Needlecrafts tools: needle felting tools, Kanzashi Flower Makers, Quick Yo-Yo Makers, Flower Frill Templates and more.
The Button Back Shirt provides a twist on the classic. Featuring front pleats, cuffed sleeves and back button details. Great top for all seasons. Add decorative buttons down the back (no need to make buttonholes) or leave it open! Ideal for shot cottons, voile, rayon, denim, batiks and linen. Sizes: XS - 3X
Tank features an asymmetrical front panel. Finish by top stitching along all the edges. Available in two lengths. The short length hits lower hip, the long length hits mid thigh. Sizes: XS-3XL
A simple shift dress that falls midthigh. Dress features “cuffed” short sleeves, side vents on the bottom hem, and inset pockets. Dress is top stitched around the neckline, pockets and hem. Sizes: XS-3X
Stitch Wear Play, 20 Charming Patterns for Boys & Girls
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Stylish, yet practical sewing patterns for playful young ones.
Hop, skip and jump your way through over 20 practical and stylish clothing designs for children ages 3-8. This year-round collection was designed with active boys and girls in mind, and includes shirts, dresses, skirts, pants, jackets and charming accessories. The cuts are classic and the fabrics are kid-friendly cotton, linen, knits, and fleece. Delicate details and impeccable finishing complete the look, making all sewing projects look like they were purchased from a trendy boutique.
Despite the polished look, every garment has detailed and fully illustrated instructions, and requires only basic sewing skills. Special sewing techniques have been stepped out to show how to successfully achieve beautiful results, such as binding an armhole, making box pleats, gathering techniques, and making patch pockets. These clothing designs are timeless, functional, easy-to-sew, and kids will love wearing them as much as mom loves making them!
The Moss is a semi-fitted skirt that sits slightly below the natural waist and works up well in a variety of fabrics, from denim to wool to corduroy and many fabrics in-between. Skirt features a fly front and button closure as well as a yoke at the back. If mini isn’t quite your style, add the hem band to create the longer silhouette of View B or use a second fabric for a bit of contrast.
Techniques involved include straight and curved seams, inserting a fly front zipper, and basic hemming.
Difficulty: Intermediate
The Scout is a woven t-shirt with capped sleeves and scoop neck. Fitted at the shoulders, this top falls into a loose shape below the bust.
Techniques involved include straight seams, bias binding, setting sleeves and basic hemming.
Difficulty: Beginner
The Archer Button Up is a loosely fitted button up shirt with long sleeves. View A has angled cuffs and a back pleat at yoke. View B has straight cuffs and a gathered lower back detail.
Techniques involved include sewing a straight seam, setting sleeves, continuous button plackets, adding a shirt collar and buttons & buttonholes.
Difficulty: Intermediate
With a modern, slim fit ideal for layering, the Lark Tee is your closet’s new best friend. It’s great on its own or under your favorite button up, sweater, or blazer. All four sleeves are interchangeable with each of the necklines resulting in 16 potential different tees in one pattern!
Techniques involved include sewing with knits, straight seams, and attaching binding.
Difficulty: Beginner
The chic style of the Yates Coat will instantly upgrade any cool weather outfit. Inseam pockets and a hidden double breasted snap closure keep the silhouette sleek while the slightly oversized lapel and mid-thigh length give the Yates a modern aesthetic. A full lining and two-piece sleeves ensure you’ll be wearing your Yates for years to come.
Techniques involved include sewing a straight seam, setting sleeves, sewing a notched collar, and inserting a lining. Pattern is nested to facilitate cutting between sizes if needed.
Difficulty: Intermediate
The Farrow features an elegant A-line shape with flattering diagonal seaming concealing inseam pockets, and a jewel neckline. Imagine wearing View A during the balmy days of summer. View B features bracelet sleeves and is the perfect option for cooler temperatures in the spring and autumn. Layer it with tights and a Driftless Cardigan for the snowy days of winter. Dress it up with heels and dress it down with boots.
Techniques involved include sewing a straight seam, setting sleeves, inseam pockets, and applying facings.
Difficulty: Advanced Beginner
The Linden Sweatshirt gives a modern update to the classic sweatshirt. Featuring a relaxed fit, raglan sleeves, and a graceful slightly scooped neckline, this sweatshirt is perfect for fall layering. View A features long sleeves with cuffs and falls to the mid hip with a lower ribbing band while View B hits at the high hip and has short sleeves. You can also mix and match sleeve and body lengths to create multiple versions of this sweatshirt.
Techniques involved include sewing with knits, straight seams, and attaching ribbing.
Difficulty: Beginner
Alder is a loosely fitted sleeveless shirt dress with two options. View A falls into an A-Line at the waist and features a curved hem, bust darts and two breast pockets. View B features the same bodice as View A but with a gathered skirt at the sides and back of the garment resulting in an incredibly flattering and fun silhouette. The Alder Shirtdress is a perfect breezy option to keep cool while looking great all spring and summer long or throw on a cardigan or blazer and you’re all set for fall and winter!
Techniques involved include sewing a straight seam, bust darts, bias facing armholes, adding a shirt collar, gathering, and buttons & buttonholes.
Difficulty: Intermediate
The Scout is a woven t-shirt with capped sleeves and scoop neck. Fitted at the shoulders, this top falls into a loose shape below the bust.
Techniques involved include straight seams, bias binding, setting sleeves and basic hemming.
Difficulty: Beginner
Pattern supplement - includes sleeves, collar, other pieces to supplement the Geranium Dress not a standalone pattern!! (includes all girls sizes, 0-12)
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
Albion is a classic, duffle-style coat (version 1) or jacket (version 2). Each version is unisex and features toggle closures, tailored two-piece sleeves, yoke details, and a stylish three-piece hood.
Version is a coat that hits at the mid thigh, with patch pockets, in-seam pockets, a detachable hood tab, and flannel lining, and version 2 is a hip-length unlined jacket with a combination of felled and bound seams, in-seam pockets, and interior pockets.
Skill Level: Intermediate
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: XS - 2XL
Supplies: Lightweight fusible interfacing, four 1" buttons (version 1), two 1" buttons (version 2), four toggle closures, 10 yards 1/4" wide double fold bias tape (version 2).
Main Fabric: Wool coating, wool flannel. Version 2: Canvas, waxed canvas, heavy cotton twill, denim, heavy waterproof fabrics.
Lining Fabric: Version 1: Cotton flannel, light twill, lining fabric.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
Prudence is a sumptuous dress that will expand your sewing knowledge and wardrobe. With romantic bodice details, such as a mandarin collar, front neckline keyhole, and dolman sleeves, this dress is sure to garner some attention.
This versatile pattern can be sewn up in a silk or rayon challis to create a lavish special event gown, or in a cotton voile, batiste, or shirting for an elegant day to night dress. This pattern offers you the opportunity to create something truly special. Take some time to enjoy learning some new skills, and create a timeless new piece for your wardrobe.
Version 1 features a a full-length, pleated skirt with the option to make one or two side seam slits for a dramatic effect.
Version 2 features a short, gathered skirt for a more playful and casual daytime look.
We have special limited edition fabric kits available for Prudence!
You can buy them with the pattern included here.
Skill Level: Intermediate
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: 0 - 26
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, sewing machine needle, hand-sewing needle, 1/2 yards (0.2 meters) of lightweight fusible interfacing, one 14” (35 cm) invisible zipper, one small shank button or frog closure.
Main Fabric: Lightweight to medium weight woven fabrics, such as silk, rayon challis, and cotton voile.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
Rue's vintage-inspired bodice has flattering, curved style lines that start at the side seams and meet at center front. The bust tucks can be easily adjusted to fit your shape.
Version 1 features short sleeves and a pleated skirt.
Version 2 has 3/4-length sleeves and a straight skirt.
Skill Level: Intermediate
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: 0 - 26
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, one 22" invisible zipper, one 80/10 machine sewing needle, one hand sewing needle, one hook & eye. Optional: 1 1/2 yards piping.
Main Fabric: Any medium weight woven fabrics, such as seersucker, linen, quilting cotton, wool suiting, flannel, chambray, or double gauze.
Lining Fabric: Lightweight polyester, cotton, acetate, silk, and rayon lining fabrics.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
Show off your love for vintage-influenced style in a modern pencil skirt that boasts classic details such as a lapped zipper and a finished vent.
Enjoy the ease and simplicity of sewing version 1. Or learn new techniques with welt pockets on version 2 and menswear-inspired pockets on version 3.
Skill Level: Beginner Intermediate
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: 0 - 26
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, marking pencil or chalk, point turner, one 9-inch coil zipper, one trouser clasp, hand-sewing needle, 1 yard of lightweight fusible interfacing.
Main Fabric: Medium to heavyweight bottom weight fabrics such as wool suiting, broadcloth, boiled wool, denim, chino cloth, and other twill fabrics.
Lining Fabric: Lightweight polyester, cotton, acetate, silk, and rayon lining fabrics.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
Phoebe is a modern A-line sheath dress with a lined bodice shaped by princess seams for easy fitting. Angled waist darts create a flattering shape closed by a lapped zipper.
Version 1 also features a double-breasted bodice, perfect for showing off your favorite buttons.
Skill Level: Intermediate
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: 0 - 26
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, one 22-inch coil zipper, and one hook and eye. Version 1: Ten 3/4" buttons, hand sewing needle. Optional: Four yards of 1/2" double fold bias tape or decorative binding for the Hong Kong finish.
Main Fabric: Medium-weight fabrics such as poplin, denim, corduroy, velveteen, twill, flannel, wool crepe, gabardine.
Lining Fabric: Lightweight polyester, cotton, acetate, silk, and rayon lining fabrics.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
Wren is a feminine, wrap-style knit dress that is sure to flatter every figure.
Version 1 is a sleeveless dress with a fitted, 6-gore skirt that finishes just at the knee.
Version 2 has short sleeves. The gathered neckband is gracefully echoed in the gathered A-line skirt.
Bonus: Add long sleeves to your Wren dress using this free pattern modification (automatically included in PDF version).
Skill Level: Beginner
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: XS - 3XL
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, ballpoint needle, two yards of 1/4" clear elastic. Optional: Twin ballpoint needle or coverstitch.
Main Fabric: Light to medium weight knit fabrics with at least 25% stretch, baby rib knit, French terry, double knit, ITY.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
These beautifully simple slim pants will go with practically anything! Designed for stretch woven fabrics, the Clover pants close with a side zipper for a streamlined look and easy sewing.
Version 1 is ankle length, with small in-seam pockets set into the waistband. Version 2 is cropped just below mid-calf.
Skill Level: Intermediate
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: 0 - 18
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, 9" invisible zipper, one small hook and eye, hand-sewing needle, invisible zipper foot (recommended).
Main Fabric: Medium-weight woven fabrics with some stretch such as stretch cotton twill, poplin, suiting, gabardine, pique, wool blends. Look for fabric with up to 3% spandex. For pockets (version 1), choose a lightweight lining fabric such as batiste or silk crepe de chine.
PATTERN DESCRIPTION
This elegant bateau-neck sheath dress is simple to sew, with added interest from a fully removable cummerbund style belt which can be made in a matching or contrasting fabric, closing with a single button in back.
Version 1 has 3/4-length sleeves, a contrasting belt, and in-seam pockets. Version 2 has short sleeves, a matching belt, and no pockets.
Skill Level: Beginner
SIZES AND SUPPLIES
Sizes: 0 - 18
Supplies: All-purpose polyester thread, lightweight fusible interfacing, 22" invisible zipper, one small hook and eye, 3/4" button.
Main Fabric: Crisp, medium-weight fabrics, such as cotton poplin, light suiting, gabardine, cotton pique, silk twill, dupioni. Lightweight fabrics such as silk crepe, rayon, or any lining fabrics can be used for the pockets.
Ballet Style raglan sleeve wrap cardi with two cute variations. Make full length with the wrap attached in the side seam with a band at the bottom or cropped with a long waist tie to wrap around and tie in a bow. It has wide bands and cuffs. Great for Summer in a light drapey fabric or in Winter out of a Wool Jersey as a second layer.
Fabric
Jersey/Knit Fabrics.
Merino/Wool Jersey, Cotton Knit, Cotton/Lycra, Viscose/Lycra.