Level: Skilled
Our timeless ode to Audrey Hepburn features a vintage-inspired straight neckline and waist ties that can be wrapped around to tie at the front, or fastened at the back to form a plunging back. You can choose between a figure-hugging pencil skirt with front split and an equally classic and flattering A-line silhouette. With the option to make either the entire dress or just the skirt from this pattern, you'll have plenty of outfits for your own Breakfast at Tiffany's.
Fabric: Light to mid-weight woven fabrics. Linen, Cotton, Silk or blends.
Level: Skilled
Our take on the cigarette pant: a classic with a twist, quite literally. These slim-fitting, mid-rise tapered leg pants are a true wardrobe staple. Featuring a twisted side seam, fly front, in-seam side pockets and flattering back darts, the Twist pants will be your loyal companion for business meetings as well as everyday adventures.
Fabric: Mid-wight woven with about 2% stretch, like cotton, denim, corduroy or blends.
Level: Skilled
Jump into any season with one of these leggy numbers. It’s an easy wear sleeveless cross-over, featuring a detail side waist tie, three different leg style options, invisible zipper fastening at side, inseam pockets and bust darts. Worn with the Rise & Fall Turtleneck.
Fabric: Light to medium weight woven fabrics - cotton, linen, silk, denim, wool.
Our lovely Fiona is a fitted button-up sundress with shoulder straps, princess seams, a straight cut skirt and fetching topstitched details. Wear it on its own during warm weather months, or layer it over tees and turtlenecks as the weather cools.
View A features a bra-friendly bodice and midi length skirt with side slits. View B features crossed straps and a low back, with a mini or below knee length skirt. All skirts and bodices are completely interchangeable so you can mix and match the Fiona of your dreams.
The Jasika Blazer is a classic tailored jacket with a semi-fitted shape that will never go out of style. With just the right amount of polish and detail, Jasika is a wardrobe workhorse and a mighty skill builder. Our instructions use modern speed tailoring methods, fusible interfacings and minimal hand sewing to make tailoring fun and accessible for everyone; make a blazer you'll want to wear forever!
This jacket is fully lined and features a classic notched collar, single button closure, back vent, shoulder pads, welt pockets, gorgeous two-piece sleeves and a flattering shape that skims the curves of the body. Optional details include pocket flaps, topstitching, decorative sleeve cuff buttons and leather or suede elbow patches.
Details:
The perfect year-round layering piece. A semi-fitted pullover knit top featuring set-in sleeves, contrast options, and sleeve variations so you can customize it to best suit your wardrobe.
Sizes:
0-20 included
Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner
Format:
Paper
The Fraser Sweatshirt is the perfect year-round layering piece! Slip it over sports bras and knit tops, under jackets or wear it simply on its own. This semi-fitted pullover knit top features set-in sleeves, contrast options, and sleeve variations so you can customize it to best suit your wardrobe.
View A has contrast yoke panels, a crew neckline and long sleeves. View B has three-quarter length sleeves. View C features a set-in collar contrast detail and elbow length sleeves. All views create a comfortable fit as you move through your day.
This is a great project for beginners who want to develop their garment-making skills with no serger required! Banded hems are used to finish the sleeve and body for a professional, clean finish.
Sizes:
0-20 included
Details:
Create your very own leggings with no serger required! Curved side seams, a crotch gusset and a wide waistband make for a comfortable fit with a professional finish.
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Format:
Paper
Our close-fitting Pacific leggings will take you from the gym to daily life in comfort and style. Create your very own pair with a professional finish, all without a serger!
All views feature curved side seams, a crotch gusset, and a wide waistband for a comfortable fit and a wide range of movement. Leggings sit below the natural waistline, with a narrow elastic along the top edge of the waistband for a smooth, flat finish.
View A is a full-length version. View B features a full length, contrast panels and zippered back pocket to hold you keys or mobile phone. View C is a mid-calf length version of View A.
The Pacific leggings are quick and simple to make...you may just make yourself one in every colour!
Details:
0-20 included
Sizes:
0-20 (all sizes included in one pattern)
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Format:
Paper
Harwood is a gorgeous sleeveless dress featuring a yoke with gathers, button front closure and beautifully flared skirt. Play with the length and fabric variations to make the dress suitable for work, special events or everyday attire!
View A is above knee length and View B is knee length. The unlined dress and elastic waistline make it easy breezy to slip on and wear all day long.
Customize the styling details to make it yours. Add optional piping or trim to define the yoke seam lines, and use matching or contrasting buttons. The choice is yours!
Details:
The Davie Dress is as comfortable as a tee shirt, but way more stylish! You'll look instantly pulled-together in this flattering princess-seamed knit dress.
Sizes:
0-20 included
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Format:
Paper
The Davie Dress is as comfortable as a tee shirt, but way more stylish! You'll look instantly pulled-together in this flattering princess-seamed knit dress.
No closures make it easy to pull it on and go! A keyhole neckline draws the eye upwards, but won't gape open. The topstitched princess seams on this style make it easier to adjust the fit, while the knit fabric allows for a close fit. Cap sleeves add a little more coverage, while the sleeveless option makes it easy to layer under a cardigan or jacket.
View A + B have extended cap sleeves, View C is sleeveless. View A is knee length and View B + C are above knee length.
Details: The Cambie Dress is a fitted, fully lined dress with a gorgeous sweetheart neckline and flattering built-in cap sleeves. Sizes: 0-16 (all sizes are included in one pattern!) Skill Level: Intermediate Format: Paper From work to weekend, this dress has you covered! The Cambie Dress is a fitted, fully lined dress with a gorgeous sweetheart neckline and lovely built-in cap sleeves. Great when you want the coverage of a sleeve but the comfort of a sleeveless dress. Cap sleeves draw attention to the shoulders, while the waistband highlights the waist. Feel free to pull the sleeves down for an off-the-shoulder, nighttime look. View A is a classic A-line Skirt and View B a full gathered skirt. Both Views have pockets.
Details:
The Minoru Jacket is a zip-front weekend jacket with raglan sleeves and a fitted elastic waist.
Sizes:
0-16 (all sizes are included in one pattern!)
Skill Level:
Intermediate
The Minoru is a zip-front weekend jacket with an optional secret hood hidden inside a wide collar. View A features the full jacket with hood. Or, View B is without the hood and with the cute collar as the focus.
Easy-to-sew raglan sleeves give the jacket a comfortable fit. The jacket's elastic waistline creates waist-hugging silhouette.
If you're not sure which version to sew, the hood is designed to be tucked away in the wide, roomy collar. It's ready for when you need it, but stays hidden when you don’t! The collar looks great done up or left open. The jacket is fully lined, with interior patch pockets to stash your cards and keys safely and out of sight.
Alabama Studio Sewing Patterns: A Guide to Customizing a Hand-Stitched Alabama Chanin Wardrobe
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Alabama Studio Sewing Patterns: A Guide to Customizing a Hand-Stitched Alabama Chanin Wardrobe by Natalie Chanin is a companion to the Alabama Studio Series: Alabama Stitch Book, Alabama Studio Style, and Alabama Studio Sewing + Design. In this final volume of the four-book series, Chanin offers, by popular demand, three new core patterns—the A-Line Dress/Tunic/Top, the Long and Short Wrap Skirt, and the Classic Coat/Jacket/Cardigan—and a guide to customizing garments to fit and flatter. For ease, convenience, and to ease its ecological footprint, this book comes with a CD rather than paper patterns. The disc contains patterns for all of the garments from the previous books in the Alabama Studio series with additional sizing for XXL, the three new patterns, plus five Alabama Chanin stencil designs, including the Polka Dot in three sizes, the popular New Leaves, and the classic Magdalena (all for readers to print as needed for their individual sewing purposes). Printed and bound in the USA.This installment highlights:
9 core garment patterns with up to 34 standard variations, plus 3 bonus pocket patterns
Patterns from the entire Alabama Studio book series with the additional XXL size
5 full-scale stencil designs, plus a free bonus download available from Alabama Chanin’s website
Useful, convenient CD that minimizes its ecological footprint by conserving paper
The Rose City Halter is a classic and timeless dress that is sure tol be wardrobe worthy for years to come. It features a lined, fitted bodice with bust darts, a V-neckline, halter neck ties, an invisible side zipper and a hemline that falls at the knees. There are 2 skirt versions. Version A features a gathered skirt with in-seam pockets. Version B features an A-line, bias cut skirt with curved patch pockets. This is an intermediate level pattern. Sizes 0 - 20
The Tabor V-Neck is a simple yet versatile style that is as dressed up or casual as you’d like to make it. It is a loose fitting, drop shoulder tee or sweater that is built for comfort while looking smart. With many different options for sleeves, necklines and body lengths, you can make a Tabor V-neck for every season. Due to its wide, oversized body width, the Tabor V-Neck T-shirts are most flattering when sewn in a light-weight, fluid knit fabric with at least 25% stretch such as rayon, bamboo or soy knits while the sweaters are best with sweater knits that also have at least 25% stretch however, do not have a high lycra content (6% or above) or have too much stretch recovery. This is to allow the wide neckband to perform at its finest without puckering or gathering. Features drop shoulders and a loose fit through the body. tee version #1 - A deep V-neck with option A - a 3/8”/2.5mm, mitered neckband or option B - a 7/8”/2cm, lapped neckband. It also features a curved hem and narrow, long sleeves. tee version #2 - A deep V-neck with option A - a 3/8”/2.5mm, mitered neck trim or option B - 7/8”/2cm, lapped neckband. It also features a curved hem and banded, short sleeves to roll up. tee version #3 - A deep V-neck with option A -a 3/8”/2.5mm, mitered neck trim or option B - a 7/8”/2cm, lapped neckband. It also features a cropped, straight hem and is sleeveless. sweater version #4 - A semi-deep V-neck with a 2”/5cm wide lapped neckband. It also features a split hem with vented sides and narrow, long sleeves. It works best with sweater knits that do not have too much structure or stretch recovery. sweater version #5 - A semi-deep V-neck with a 2”/5cm wide lapped neckband. It also features a cropped, straight hem and is sleeveless. It works best with sweater knits that do not have too much stretch recovery.
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.
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
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