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 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.
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
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
Versatile slouchy fit sweater, make as a hoody or as a sweater with neck binding. With the option of full or cropped length, you can take it from casual hoody to cute cropped sweater worn with high-waisted jeans or skirts. It is raglan style with long wide sleeve and hem cuffs. It has a lined hood, and a centre front pocket. A great basic for any wardrobe, good for layering or on its own.
Fabric
Cotton knit sweatshirting, cotton/lycra, viscose/lycra, wool jersey, merino wool knit.
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
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
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.
Meaning “sea” in Maori, our relax-fit dress or top features a ruffle waist that dips slightly at the back with gentle shaping though the body. The Moana dress includes bust darts, exposed back zip, back darts and optional gathered skirt.
Fabric
Light - Medium weight woven fabrics with drape. Silk, Rayon, Tencel, Linen, Cotton.
Model is 5’9” / 176cm
and wears NZ 8/XS | UK 8 | EU 36 | US 4
These pants are an absolute must have, the perfect balance of comfort and cool. You can rest easy knowing you'll always have the perfect pants to throw on whilst also feeling comfortable. Featuring stand out inverted pleats, zip fly, side front pockets, back welt pockets with button closure and an elasticated back waist band.
Fabric
Mid weight woven fabric. Could be made out of pretty much anything from a cotton or silk to a denim or wool. Your creativity is the limit!
Model is 5’9” / 176cm
and wears NZ 8/XS | UK 8 | EU 36 | US 4