Little girl pattern for ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 years. A charmingly simple interpretation of our Trapeze dress with a huge amount of swish factor. | The Trapezette is simple to make with a single button back neck opening and rouleau loop and fully faced armholes and neck for small people comfort. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - we recommend light to medium weight wovens such as linen, soft denim chambray and fine cord. Soft wools and tweeds are also suitable for colder climates.
A flared dress, just below the knee, with small neat shoulder and shallow rounded neckline. With the option of a button through back or a simple slip over the head. The trapeze is so easy to make and so easy to wear. Make it for the winter in Harris tweed teamed with a chunky brogue, in a bold block print or a washed linen for the summer. It is endlessly versatile. | You have the option of making this 3/4 sleeved, sleeveless and short sleeved, all with a button back opening. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - woven dress weight fabrics from linen, denim and woollens to printed cottons.
A traditional workwear boilersuit with a gentler feminine fit. Thelma is a wardrobe masterpiece, loose enough to fit all shapes and can be interpreted in many different types of cloths, so make it your own. | Thelma will take time to put together, but make it well and wear it absolutely everywhere. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - experienced. | Fabric suggestions - medium weight wovens such as sanded twill, 5 - 8oz denims, yard dyed linens with some stability, and cotton poplin. If you are an experienced sewer you could try tencel, tencel/linen, corduroy, more floppy linens, prints and checks.
Easy like Sunday morning, wrap up and settle in. A traditional unisex dressing gown with inner tie, patch pockets and a shawl collar. | Size XXS - XXL. | All seam allowances are 1cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - light – medium weight laundered linen, cotton double gauze, Indian cotton, cotton voile or lawn, linen waffle, Tencel/linen.
Little girl pattern for ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 years. Inspired by the classic sailor bib, we pay homage to the ancient port of Rye (our hometown). | Irresistibly redolant of carefree summer days and never growing up, the skipper is born to play. Featuring relaxed styling for easy dressing in rough seas, the Skipper has dropped shoulders and casual rolled cuffs whilst the neckline has an internal popper at the front V insert. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - we recommend medium to lightweight woven fabrics such as denim, cotton chambray, laundered linen or lightweight wool.
A pleated A-line skirt with slanted pockets, side button fastenings and pleats for fullness. Soft and floaty in linen, or smart and hardy in cotton twill. Can be made lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - linen, cotton poplin, cotton voile, cotton sanded twill, hemp blends, Tencel/linen, needlecord, 4 - 8oz denim, lightweight wool, Indian handlooms (if narrow you may have to piece).
A pleated A-line skirt with slanted pockets, side button fastenings and pleats for fullness. Soft and floaty in linen, or smart and hardy in cotton twill. Can be made lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - linen, cotton poplin, cotton voile, cotton sanded twill, hemp blends, Tencel/linen, needlecord, 4 - 8oz denim, lightweight wool, Indian handlooms (if narrow you may have to piece).
An oversized coat or jacket with a rolled collar and turn back cuffs. Coat has inseam pockets and jacket has patch pockets. Choose to make either lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; intermediate. | Suitable fabrics - Dry oilskin, oilskin, linen, 7-12oz denim, wool, corduroy, cotton twill or canvas. A heaver weight cloth with result in a more structured coat. | For linings we'd suggest our barrier lining if using an oilskin, otherwise - cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool and slip linings. | *If you are a curvy size 18, we would recommend selecting the UK 18-28 size range.
An oversized coat or jacket with a rolled collar and turn back cuffs. Coat has inseam pockets and jacket has patch pockets. Choose to make either lined or unlined. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; intermediate. | Suitable fabrics - Dry oilskin, oilskin, linen, 7-12oz denim, wool, corduroy, cotton twill or canvas. A heaver weight cloth with result in a more structured coat. | For linings we'd suggest our barrier lining if using an oilskin, otherwise - cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool and slip linings. | *If you are a curvy size 18, we would recommend selecting the UK 18-28 size range.
A pair of 'Peg' trousers featuring a fly front, angled pockets and turn-ups. Front legs can be half lined for woollens. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - The Pegs are ideally suited to a mid-heavyweight cotton canvas, 8oz organic sanded twill, corduroy, light-medium weight woollens and 7-10oz denim. Lighter weight cloths like linen and tencel-linen will give you a softer silhouette.
A pair of 'Peg' trousers featuring a fly front, angled pockets and turn-ups. Front legs can be half lined for woollens. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - The Pegs are ideally suited to a mid-heavyweight cotton canvas, 8oz organic sanded twill, corduroy, light-medium weight woollens and 7-10oz denim. Lighter weight cloths like linen and tencel-linen will give you a softer silhouette.
A softly structured waistcoat with a boxy fit, two welt pockets and a simple stitched belt at the back. Layer up in the winter or wear on its own in the summer in a tumbled linen. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. (Leaving the welt pockets off would make it an advanced beginner make) | Fabric suggestions - 5-8oz linen, 5-10oz denim, light - medium weight corduroy, wool, wool blends, cotton canvas or twill. For the lining: lightweight wovens such as calico, cotton lawn, cotton, cotton blends, Tencel/linen (when choosing your cloth consider that the lining fabric may be visible).
The hooded Landgate is chic yet workaday and features a drawstring waist and side and front pocket options. Our first pattern for both men and women. | All decorative top stitching is optional. For the men's pattern you lengthen the pattern where indicated. | Size XS - XXL. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - cotton canvas, drill, denim, oilskin, linen and soft wool.
A pair of culotte trousers featuring a fly front, front pleats, in-seam pockets and elasticated back waistband. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - mid-weight cotton canvas, 8oz organic sanded twill, corduroy, light-medium weight wollens and 7-10oz denim. Lighter weight cloths like linen and tencel/linen will give you a softer silhouette.
The Florence is a sweet swingy top and dress with a button back detail and soft high low gathers. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - We recommend light weight fabrics with some drape like cotton, tencel or linen. If you choose something with less drape the top will have a more sculptural look.
The Florence is a sweet swingy top and dress with a button back detail and soft high low gathers. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - We recommend light weight fabrics with some drape like cotton, tencel or linen. If you choose something with less drape the top will have a more sculptural look.
Inspired by working women, with a dash of the Twenties. The Factory Dress slips over the head, features pockets and ready-rolled up sleeves. The Factory dress is 'easy fit' so use the bust measurement only for sizing. | We have now included a separate pattern to make the Factory as a top. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - linen, linen blends, tencel, cotton chambray, very fine wool or corduroy.
Inspired by working women, with a dash of the Twenties. The Factory Dress slips over the head, features pockets and ready-rolled up sleeves. The Factory dress is 'easy fit' so use the bust measurement only for sizing. | We have now included a separate pattern to make the Factory as a top. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - linen, linen blends, tencel, cotton chambray, very fine wool or corduroy.
Etta is a simple wrap dress with a lined bodice and inseam pockets. Choose between short or three quarter length sleeves or make it sleeveless. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, brushed cotton, cotton lawn, cotton poplin, tencel, Indian handlooms, lightweight baby cord or cotton double gauze.
A perfect combination for any mood, if Ellis is a gentle woman then Hattie is a blithe bachelorette. Both feature four delicate neck darts, Ellis, who gets some more feminine shaping from bust darts, is waisted, with set in sleeves and inseam side pockets. Hattie has a lined bodice, dropped waist and bold patch pockets. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - Suitable for linen or light wools, light to medium weight woven cottons such as drill or sanded canvas.
An everyday men's elasticated trouser with front slanted pockets and back patch pockets. Make them with or without a zip. | Size UK 28 - 49. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; Intermediate. | Fabric suggestions – 5-8oz cotton twill or canvas, soft denim, light - medium weight corduroy, linen, hemp/cotton blends, medium weight cotton flannel.
The Dress Shirt is a lightweight, versatile dress inspired by Grandpa’s shirt. It is a relaxed, classic cut to be worn loose and is absurdly comfortable. Includes a rolled up sleeve or a short sleeve. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - linen, linen blends, tencel, tencel/linen, denim, cotton chambray, indian handweaves, fine wool.
The Dress Shirt is a lightweight, versatile dress inspired by Grandpa’s shirt. It is a relaxed, classic cut to be worn loose and is absurdly comfortable. Includes a rolled up sleeve or a short sleeve. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - beginner. | Fabric suggestions - linen, linen blends, tencel, tencel/linen, denim, cotton chambray, indian handweaves, fine wool.
A simple t-shaped dress or top with a gathered drawstring neckline that can be adjusted to sit at your desired height. Make it sleeveless or with sleeves, structured and architectural in poplin or soft and relaxed in linen. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; beginner. | Suitable fabrics - light to medium weight wovens such as linen, brushed cotton, cotton lawn, cotton poplin, tencel, Indian handlooms, lightweight baby cord or cotton double gauze.
Practical and hardworking, Cassidy is an unstructured jumpsuit featuring an elasticated back and front tie. Long or short sleeves and a wide leg with side pockets. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - medium weight wovens such as sanded twill, 5-8oz denims, yarn dyed linens, linen/cotton/wool blends and cotton poplin. If you are an experienced sewer you could try tencel, tencel/linen, corduroy, more drapey linens, prints and checks.
Practical and hardworking, Cassidy is an unstructured jumpsuit featuring an elasticated back and front tie. Long or short sleeves and a wide leg with side pockets. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - intermediate. | Fabric suggestions - medium weight wovens such as sanded twill, 5-8oz denims, yarn dyed linens, linen/cotton/wool blends and cotton poplin. If you are an experienced sewer you could try tencel, tencel/linen, corduroy, more drapey linens, prints and checks.
A simple dress with tapered A-line silhouette and short fitted sleeves for an easy-wear classic. Features 2 versions – Dress or T-shirt. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - advanced beginner. | Fabric suggestions - linen, linen blends, tencel, tencel/linen, 4-80z denim, cotton chambray, indian handweaves, fine wool or needlecord.
A simple dress with tapered A-line silhouette and short fitted sleeves for an easy-wear classic. Features 2 versions – Dress or T-shirt. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. | Skill level - advanced beginner. | Fabric suggestions - linen, linen blends, tencel, tencel/linen, 4-80z denim, cotton chambray, indian handweaves, fine wool or needlecord.
A hardworking gilet. Make yours lined or unlined, with facings on the inside or outside. | Sizes UK 34 - 54. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; Intermediate. | Fabric Suggestions – Dry oilskin, oilskin, linen, 7-12oz denim, wool, corduroy, cotton twills or canvas. For the lining we’d suggest our barrier lining if using an oilskin, otherwise – cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool and slip linings.
A jacket or shirt. Workwear inspired; make Arbor yours in anything from canvas or wool to a lightweight linen.This shirt has a boxy style fit, please check the finished measurements to make sure you are happy with the final fit. | Size UK 34 - 54. | All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. | Skill level; Intermediate.