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Lounge in style in your me-made pyjama bottoms or shorts. You'll never want to get dressed when you're wearing your Jaimie jammies! Simple to make so an ideal first sewing project for newbies Make as full-length pyjama bottoms or comfy shorts Low rise, elasticated waist with optional drawstring detail Relaxed fit leg Includes XS size for teens and tweens SKILL LEVEL - Beginners SIZE RANGE -UK 4-34 (US 0-30 / EUR 32-62) MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Megan (candy stripe bottoms and blue squiggly shorts) wears size 5 (UK 14) at the waist, graded to a size 4 (UK 12) at the hip. Sarah is modelling (floral shorts) wears size 11 (UK 26). Jess (teal gold fleck bottoms) is wearing a size 10 (UK 24) Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 0 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 4-34 / US 0-30 / EUR 32-62 / AUS 4-34 BODY MEASUREMENTS SIZE BUST WAIST HIP 0 UK 4 / US 0 / EUR 32 / AUS 4 71cm (28in) 56cm (22in) 79cm (31in) 1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6 76cm (30in) 61cm (24in) 84cm (33in) 2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8 81cm (32in) 66cm (26in) 89cm (35in) 3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10 86.5cm (34in) 71cm (28in) 94cm (37in) 4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12 91.5cm (36in) 76cm (30in) 99cm (39in) 5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14 96.5cm (38in) 81cm (32in) 104cm (41in) 6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16 101.5cm (40in) 86.5cm (34in) 109cm (43in) 7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18 112cm (44in) 94cm (37in) 114cm (45in) 8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20 117cm (46in) 99cm (39in) 119.5cm (47in) 9 UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22 122cm (48in) 104cm (41in) 124.5cm (49in) 10 UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24 127cm (50in) 109cm (43in) 129.5cm (51in) 11 UK 26 / US 22 / EUR 54 / AUS 26 132cm (52in) 114cm (45in) 134.5cm (53in) 12 UK 28 / US 24 / EUR 56 / AUS 28 137cm (54in) 119.5cm (47in) 139.5cm (55in) 13 UK 30 / US 26 / EUR 58 / AUS 30 142cm (56in) 124.5cm (49in) 144.5cm (57in) 14 UK 32 / US 28 / EUR 60 / AUS 32 147cm (58in) 129.5cm (51in) 150cm (59in) 15 UK 34 / US 30 / EUR 62 / AUS 34 152.5cm (60in) 134.5cm (53in) 155cm (61in) Add to wishlist
Fan favourite Cleo is a pinafore or dungaree dress that’s easy to sew and easy to wear. Throw it on over a t-shirt, blouse or roll-neck sweater for year-round style. Once you try Cleo, you’ll wonder how you lived without it! Perfect for beginner sewists Make it either dungaree-style with buckles or as a pinafore with buttons Choice of mini-length or knee-length hem with front split Choice of patch pockets on the chest, hips and/or back Looks great on all ages – and includes XS size for teens and tweens! SKILL LEVEL - Beginners MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Gill (floral dress) wears a size 5 (UK 14), Bethany (navy dress) wears a size 12 (UK 28), Emily (pink dress) wears a size 7 (UK 18) at the bust graded to size 6 (UK 16) at the hips and Lora (light denim dress) wears size 3 (UK 10). Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 0 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 4-34 / US 0-30 / EUR 32-62 / AUS 4-34 BODY MEASUREMENTS SIZE BUST WAIST HIP 0 UK 4 / US 0 / EUR 32 / AUS 4 71cm (28in) 56cm (22in) 79cm (31in) 1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6 76cm (30in) 61cm (24in) 84cm (33in) 2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8 81cm (32in) 66cm (26in) 89cm (35in) 3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10 86.5cm (34in) 71cm (28in) 94cm (37in) 4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12 91.5cm (36in) 76cm (30in) 99cm (39in) 5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14 96.5cm (38in) 81cm (32in) 104cm (41in) 6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16 101.5cm (40in) 86.5cm (34in) 109cm (43in) 7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18 112cm (44in) 94cm (37in) 114cm (45in) 8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20 117cm (46in) 99cm (39in) 119.5cm (47in) 9 UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22 122cm (48in) 104cm (41in) 124.5cm (49in) 10 UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24 127cm (50in) 109cm (43in) 129.5cm (51in) 11 UK 26 / US 22 / EUR 54 / AUS 26 132cm (52in) 114cm (45in) 134.5cm (53in) 12 UK 28 / US 24 / EUR 56 / AUS 28 137cm (54in) 119.5cm (47in) 139.5cm (55in) 13 UK 30 / US 26 / EUR 58 / AUS 30 142cm (56in) 124.5cm (49in) 144.5cm (57in) 14 UK 32 / US 28 / EUR 60 / AUS 32 147cm (58in) 129.5cm (51in) 150cm (59in) 15 UK 34 / US 30 / EUR 62 / AUS 34 152.5cm (60in) 134.5cm (53in) 155cm (61in) Fabric (see below) Matching thread 0.5m (5?8yd) iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric) Dungaree version: 2 x  dungaree buckles  and no-sew jeans buttons sizes 0-6: 30-35mm [1¼-1½in] wide sizes 7-15: 40-45mm [1 5/8in–1¾in] wide Button version: 2 x 15-20mm (5/8–3/4in) buttons and buttonhole foot for your sewing machine Optional: Contrast colour topstitch thread and topstitch needle Sewing machine and basic tools FABRIC SUGGESTIONS Heavy or medium weight woven fabrics that hold their shape, such as denim, corduroy, cotton drill, gabardine, canvas, wool. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140CM (56IN) WIDE Mini length: sizes 0-6 - 1.3m (1 1/2yd) sizes 7-10 - 1.8m (2yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.1m (2 3/8yd) Knee length: sizes 0-6 - 1.4m (1 5/8 yd) sizes 7-10 - 2m (2 1/4 yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.3m (2 1/2 yd) 115CM (45IN) WIDE Mini length: sizes 0-6 - 1.7m (1 7/8yd) sizes 7-10 - 2m (2 1/4yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.1m (2 3/8yd) Knee length: sizes 0-6 - 2m (2 1/4 yd) sizes 7-10 - 2.3m (2 1/2 yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.3m (2 1/2 yd) Add to wishlist
Sew a versatile jacket to wear on repeat Sonny is a multi-version jacket that you can make either utility style with a classic collar or cute and trendy with the frill prairie collar. Our signature step-by-step photo instructions make this a great introduction to sewing outerwear. Boxy fit bodice with drop shoulders and princess seams creating gentle shaping at the bust Choice of pointed collar or oversized frill collar Separate yokes, forward shoulder seams and front panels Optional chest pockets and flaps Easy-to-sew straight sleeves Choice of hip-length or cropped hemlines Mock flat felled seams create a durable finish SKILL LEVEL - Confident Beginner MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Averil (hip-length blue jacket with oversized collar) is wearing a size 2 (UK 8) and Sophie (cropped colour blocked jacket) is wearing a size 9 (UK 22) graded to a 12 (UK 28) at the waist. Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 BODY MEASUREMENTS SIZE BUST WAIST HIP 1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6 76cm (30in) 61cm (24in) 84cm (33in) 2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8 81cm (32in) 66cm (26in) 89cm (35in) 3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10 86.5cm (34in) 71cm (28in) 94cm (37in) 4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12 91.5cm (36in) 76cm (30in) 99cm (39in) 5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14 96.5cm (38in) 81cm (32in) 104cm (41in) 6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16 101.5cm (40in) 86.5cm (34in) 109cm (43in) 7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18 112cm (44in) 94cm (37in) 114cm (45in) 8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20 117cm (46in) 99cm (39in) 119.5cm (47in) 9 UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22 122cm (48in) 104cm (41in) 124.5cm (49in) 10 UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24 127cm (50in) 109cm (43in) 129.5cm (51in) 11 UK 26 / US 22 / EUR 54 / AUS 26 132cm (52in) 114cm (45in) 134.5cm (53in) 12 UK 28 / US 24 / EUR 56 / AUS 28 137cm (54in) 119.5cm (47in) 139.5cm (55in) 13 UK 30 / US 26 / EUR 58 / AUS 30 142cm (56in) 124.5cm (49in) 144.5cm (57in) 14 UK 32 / US 28 / EUR 60 / AUS 32 147cm (58in) 129.5cm (51in) 150cm (59in) 15 UK 34 / US 30 / EUR 62 / AUS 34 152.5cm (60in) 134.5cm (53in) 155cm (61in) SUPPLIES: As listed for the original Sonny jacket sewing pattern, plus: Sonny jacket sewing pattern Lining fabric (see below) Matching thread Sewing machine and basic tools Hand sewing needle FABRIC SUGGESTIONS: Slippery lining fabric such as cupro (Bemberg), viscose (rayon), acetate or polyester lining. Alternatively, you can line the sleeves in this slippery fabric and use a cotton lawn, viscose or teddy/sherpa fleece for the bodice lining. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: 140cm (56in) wide Hip-length: sizes 1-5 1.3m (1 1/2yd) sizes 6-10 1.8m (2yd) sizes 11-15 2.2m (2 1/2yd) Cropped length: sizes 1-5 1.2m (1 3/8yd) sizes 6-10 1.6m (1 3/4yd) sizes 11-15 2m (2 1/4yd) 115cm (45in) wide Hip-length: sizes 1-5 1.7m (1 7/8yd) sizes 6-10 2.3m (2 1/2yd) sizes 11-15 2.7m (3yd) Cropped length: sizes 1-5 1.5m (1 3/4yd) sizes 6-10 2.1m (2 3/8yd) sizes 11-15 2.5m (2 3/4yd) (NB: These fabric lengths are for the lining fabric only – for the outer fabric lengths, please see the original Sonny jacket pattern.) Add to wishlist
Billie is an ultra-comfy sweatshirt or sweater dress that you can whip up in an afternoon. Dress Billie up or down for a meeting, dinner date or Sunday on the sofa. It's a bestseller for a reason! Relaxed shape - not too baggy Classic crew neckline Choice of timeless straight sleeves or dramatic balloon sleeve with deep cuffs Top version sits on the high hip Mini dress version with cutaway pockets finishes 10cm (4in) above the knee SKILL LEVEL - Confident beginner Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 BODY MEASUREMENTS SIZE BUST WAIST HIP 1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6 76cm (30in) 61cm (24in) 84cm (33in) 2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8 81cm (32in) 66cm (26in) 89cm (35in) 3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10 86.5cm (34in) 71cm (28in) 94cm (37in) 4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12 91.5cm (36in) 76cm (30in) 99cm (39in) 5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14 96.5cm (38in) 81cm (32in) 104cm (41in) 6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16 101.5cm (40in) 86.5cm (34in) 109cm (43in) 7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18 112cm (44in) 94cm (37in) 114cm (45in) 8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20 117cm (46in) 99cm (39in) 119.5cm (47in) 9 UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22 122cm (48in) 104cm (41in) 124.5cm (49in) 10 UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24 127cm (50in) 109cm (43in) 129.5cm (51in) 11 UK 26 / US 22 / EUR 54 / AUS 26 132cm (52in) 114cm (45in) 134.5cm (53in) 12 UK 28 / US 24 / EUR 56 / AUS 28 137cm (54in) 119.5cm (47in) 139.5cm (55in) 13 UK 30 / US 26 / EUR 58 / AUS 30 142cm (56in) 124.5cm (49in) 144.5cm (57in) 14 UK 32 / US 28 / EUR 60 / AUS 32 147cm (58in) 129.5cm (51in) 150cm (59in) 15 UK 34 / US 30 / EUR 62 / AUS 34 152.5cm (60in) 134.5cm (53in) 155cm (61in) MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Marcela is wearing the (pink grid print dress, navy and metallic sweatshirt, yellow splodge dress and pale blue sweatshirt) and wears size 4 (UK 12). Sarah is modelling the (colour block dress and striped sweatshirt) and wears size 11 (UK 26). SUPPLIES Fabric (see below) Matching thread Optional: Ribbing (at least 70cm / 27 1/2in wide) for cuffs etc. if main fabric has less than 20% stretch: regular sleeve - 0.7m (3/4yd); balloon sleeve - 0.8m (7/8yd) Optional: If you’re using a stretchy sweater knit, use 30cm (12in) of 6-9mm (1/4in) wide satin ribbon, clear elastic or stay tape to stabilise the shoulders Sewing machine or overlocker (serger). Basic tools, incl. ballpoint machine needle (a walking foot can be helpful if you’re using a regular sewing machine) FABRIC SUGGESTIONS Sweatshirt fleece, French terry, ponte, double knit, interlock or sweater knit with at least 10% stretch. N.B. You’ll need a sturdy machine to sew the balloon sleeve version in a thick sweatshirting fabric. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140CM (56IN) WIDE Straight sleeve top: sizes 1-6 - 1.5m (1 3/4yd)± sizes 7-10 - 2.1m (2 3/8yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.6m (2 7/8yd)* Balloon sleeve top: sizes 1-6 - 1.8m (2 yd)± sizes 7-10 - 2.1m (2 3/8yd) sizes 11-15 - 3m (3 3/8yd)* Straight 3/4 sleeve dress: sizes 1-6 - 2.1m (2 3/8yd)* sizes 7-10 - 2.8m (3 1/8yd) sizes 11-15 - 3.1m (3 3/8yd)* Balloon sleeve dress: sizes 1-6 - 2.3m (2 1/2yd)* sizes 7-10 - 2.8m (3 1/8yd) sizes 11-15 - 3.6m (4yd)* 115CM (45IN) WIDE Straight sleeve top: sizes 1-3 - 1.7m (1 7/8yd)* sizes 4-10 - 2.5m (2 3/4yd)* sizes 11-15 - 3.2m (3 1/2yd)** Balloon sleeve top: sizes 1-3 - 2.3m (2 1/2yd)* sizes 4-10 - 03m (3 3/8yd)* sizes 11-15 - 3.4m (3 7/8yd)** Straight 3/4 sleeve dress: sizes 1-3 - 2.4m (2 5/8yd)* sizes 4-10 - 3.1m (3 3/8yd)* sizes 11-15 - 3.8m (4 1/8yd)** Balloon sleeve dress: sizes 1-3 3m (3 3/8yd)* sizes 4-10 3.7m (4yd)* sizes 11-15 4m (4 1/4yd)** ±0.2m (1/4yd) less if using separate ribbing for cuffs etc. *0.4m (1/2yd) less if using separate ribbing for cuffs etc. **0.5m (1/2yd) less if using separate ribbing for cuffs etc. Add to wishlist
Learn to sew your own jersey tops on a regular sewing machine (yes, really!). Irresistibly wearable, Agnes is a versatile wardrobe staple you'll want to sew again and again!  Close fitting silhouette Choice of scoop neckline or ruched sweetheart neckline, both finished with a narrow neckband Choice of sleeve lengths - full length or cropped above the elbow Optional on-trend ruching at the shoulders No overlocker or serger needed! SKILL LEVEL - Confident Beginners MODEL SIZES - Samantha (lilac top & rainbow stripe tops) wears a size 9-11 (UK 22-26), Vissolela (pink top) wears size 6-7 (UK 16-18) and Stephanie (blue & white stripe and white dotty tops) wears size 2-3 (UK 8-10). Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 SUPPLIES Fabric – see below Matching thread 25cm (10in) x 6-8mm (¼in) wide clear elastic, ribbon or stay tape to stabilise the shoulders Optional: 0.5m (5/8yd) x 5mm (1/8-¼in) wide woven or braided elastic for the ruched sleeves and neckline Ballpoint or stretch needle for your sewing machine Sewing machine and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are useful) FABRIC SUGGESTIONS Light- to medium-weight stretch knit fabrics, such as cotton jersey, viscose jersey or wool jersey. Check the fabric can be stretched crosswise at least 25% wider than its original width, and that it pings back down to size after stretching. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140CM (56IN) WIDE Straight long sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.5m (1¾yd) sizes 6-10 1.6m (1¾yd) sizes 11-15 2.5m (2¾yd) Straight cropped sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.2m (1 3/8yd) sizes 6-10 1.3m (1½yd) sizes 11-15 2.2m (2½yd) Ruched long sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.6m (1 3/4yd) sizes 6-10 1.8m (2yd) sizes 11-15 2.6m (2 7/8yd) Ruched cropped sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.3m (1 1/2yd) sizes 6-10 1.5m (1 3/4yd) sizes 11-15 2.3m (2 1/2yd) 115CM (45IN) WIDE Straight long sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.5m (1¾yd) sizes 6-10 2.3m (2 1/2yd) sizes 11-15 2.5m (2¾yd) Straight cropped sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.2m (1 3/8yd) sizes 6-10 2m (2 1/4yd) sizes 11-15 2.2m (2½yd) Ruched long sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.7m (1 7/8yd) sizes 6-10 2.4m (2 5/8yd) sizes 11-15 2.6m (2 7/8yd) Ruched cropped sleeve: sizes 1-5 1.4m (1 5/8yd) sizes 6-10 2.2m (2 1/2yd) sizes 11-15 2.3m (2 1/2yd)  Add to wishlist
Romantic, floaty and super swishy, the Marnie blouse and mini dress will steal your heart. Keep it simple, or add the pretty tucks and ruffles. Breezy smock-style bodice with princess seams and gentle gathering under the yokes Dreamy optional undulating tucks on front yoke and sleeves Round neckline finished with bias binding, with optional ruffle collar Optional shoulder ruffles for extra drama Two-piece full-length bishop sleeves with elasticated hem Keyhole back opening with button and loop Choice of blouse or mini dress hem lengths SKILL LEVEL - Improver PATTERN SUPPORT - Need extra Marnie sewing help?  See our FREE tutorials!  MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Bethany (lilac blouse with tucks) is wearing a size 12 (UK 28). Georgina (gingham blouse andfloral dress) is wearing a size 3 (UK 10). Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 SUPPLIES Fabric – see below Matching polyester thread 1 x 10mm (3/8in) button with shank 0.6m (5/8yd) x 10mm (3/8in) wide elastic, plus 2 safety pins Sewing machine and basic tools FABRIC SUGGESTIONS For version with tucks, choose a lightweight woven fabric which presses well, such as cotton lawn, voile, poplin, Swiss dot, seersucker, double gauze, chambray. Version without tucks would also be lovely in broderie anglaise, viscose (rayon) or Tencel (lyocell). FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140CM (56IN) WIDE Mini dress: sizes 1-6 - 2.9m (3 1/4yd) sizes 7-15 - 3.5m (3 7/8yd) Blouse: sizes 1-6 - 2.5m (2 3/4yd) sizes 7-15 - 3.2m (3 1/2yd) 115CM (45IN) WIDE Mini dress: sizes 1-6 - 3.4m (3 7/8yd) sizes 7-15 - 4.4m (4 3/4yd) Blouse: sizes 1-6 - 2.9m (3 1/4yd) sizes 7-15 - 3.9m (4 1/4yd) Add to wishlist
"Oh this? I made it myself!" Get ready for all the compliments with this dreamy dress or blouse with shirred waist and cuffs.  Square-shaped elasticated neckline Full-length or elbow-length sleeves, with deep shirred cuff or narrow shirred cuff with frill hem Voluminous raglan sleeves elasticated around the shoulders Front neckline has a pretty frill, keyhole opening and faux drawstring ties Blousy bodice and floaty skirt cinched in with shirred waistline Make it as a midi-length dress or peplum blouse SKILL LEVEL - Improver MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Sarah (pink dress) is wearing a size 5 (UK 14) and Sophie (gingham blouse & floral dress) is wearing a size 9 (UK 22). Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 SUPPLIES Fabric (see below) Matching thread 1.5m (1¾yd) x 8-10mm (?in) wide elastic 1-2 spools of shirring elastic (elasticated thread) 2 x safety pins FABRIC SUGGESTIONS Lightweight woven fabrics that gather easily, such as cotton lawn, poplin, voile, seersucker, viscose (rayon) or crêpe. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140CM (56IN) WIDE Blouse + elbow-length sleeve: sizes 1-10 – 1.6m (1 3/4yd) sizes 11-15 – 2.1m (2 3/8yd) Blouse + full-length sleeve: sizes 1-10 – 1.9m (2 1/8yd) sizes 11-15 – 2.7m (3yd) Dress + elbow-length sleeve: sizes 1-10 – 2.8m (3 1/8yd) sizes 11-15 – 3.3m (3 5/8yd) Dress + full-length sleeve: sizes 1-10 – 3.1m (3 3/8yd) sizes 11-15 – 3.9m (4 1/4yd) 115CM (45IN) WIDE Blouse + elbow-length sleeve: sizes 1-12 – 2.2m (2 1/2yd) sizes 13-15 – wider fabric needed Blouse + full-length sleeve: sizes 1-12 – 2.8m (3 1/8yd) sizes 13-15 – wider fabric needed Dress + elbow-length sleeve: sizes 1-12 – 3.4m (3 7/8yd) sizes 13-15 – wider fabric needed Dress + full-length sleeve: sizes 1-12 – 4m (4 1/4yd) sizes 13-15 – wider fabric needed Add to wishlist
Make a splash by sewing your own swimsuit or bikini with this pattern created in collaboration with designer Evie la Lùve. With multiple versions to choose from, you can either keep it simple or add pretty details while building your swimwear sewing skills. One piece swimsuit with choice of high or low back Bikini with choice of high or low waist bottoms Scoop neckline finished with narrow binding and straps Optional neckline ruffle and leg ruffles Mid-cut leg Fully lined, with optional shelf bra and cups MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Alice May (lilac swimsuit and cornflower blue & white gingham bikini) is wearing a pattern size 4 (UK 12). Abi (multi-colour ruffle bikini and chartreuse yellow & white gingham swimsuit) is wearing a pattern size 15 (UK 34). Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 SUPPLIES Swimwear fabric – see below Matching polyester thread Lining fabric – see above + below All versions: 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) wide swimwear elastic (preferably rubber and NOT clear elastic) – see below Bikini version: 6mm (1/4in) wide swimwear elastic (preferably rubber and NOT clear elastic) – see below Optional: Foam swimwear cups Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch, stretch needle and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are helpful)  FABRIC SUGGESTIONS Main fabric: Four-way stretch knit swimwear fabric with at least 50% stretch in both directions. Look for a mix of nylon or polyester with elastane (AKA Lycra/Spandex).  Lining: Swimwear lining, stretch mesh or more of your main fabric, with at least 50% stretch in both directions. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS SIZES 1-5 Main Fabric - 145cm (57in) wide Swimsuit: 0.9m (1yd) Bikini: 0.8m (?yd) + extra 0.2m (¼yd) for neckline ruffle + extra 0.3m (?yd) for leg ruffles Lining - 145cm (57in) wide Swimsuit: 0.9m (1yd) Bikini: 0.8m (?yd) 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) rubber swim elastic Swimsuit: 3.5m (3?yd) High waist bikini: 3.5m (3?yd) Low waist bikini: 4.5m (5yd) 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) rubber swim elastic High waist bikini: 1.9m (2?yd) Low waist bikini: 1m (1?yd) SIZES 6-10 Main Fabric - 145cm (57in) wide Swimsuit: 1m (1 1/8yd) Bikini: 1m (1 1/8yd) + extra 0.5m (5/8yd) for neckline ruffle + extra 0.3m (3/8yd) for leg ruffles Lining - 145cm (57in) wide Swimsuit: 1m (1 1/8yd) Bikini: 0.9m (1yd) 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) rubber swim elastic Swimsuit: 4m (4 1/4yd) High waist bikini: 4m (4 1/4yd) Low waist bikini: 5.1m (5 1/2yd) 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) rubber swim elastic High waist bikini: 2.3m (2 5/8yd) Low waist bikini: 1.2m (1 3/8yd) SIZES 11-15 Main Fabric - 145cm (57in) wide Swimsuit: 1m (1 1/8yd) Bikini: 1.1m (1 1/4yd) + extra 0.7m (3/4yd) for neckline ruffle + extra 0.3m (3/8yd) for leg ruffles Lining - 145cm (57in) wide Swimsuit: 1.1m (1 1/4yd) Bikini: 0.9m (1yd) 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) rubber swim elastic Swimsuit: 4.5m (4 7/8yd) High waist bikini: 4.5m (4 7/8yd) Low waist bikini: 5.7m (6 1/4yd) 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) rubber swim elastic High waist bikini: 2.7m (3yd) Low waist bikini: 1.4m (1 5/8yd) Add to wishlist
With no darts, zips or set-in sleeves, Stevie is a satisfyingly quick and easy make. Perfect for beginners, it's no wonder Stevie is one of our bestselling patterns. Throw it on with a statement necklace and you're good to go! Modern, boxy fit, with easy-peasy grown-on sleeves Round neckline with choice of pretty tie or button loop at the back Make it as a top with a high hip hemline, or above-the-knee tunic dress Optional patch pocket and turn up cuffs SKILL LEVEL - Beginners MODEL SIZES - Zeena (pink and blue dresses) wears size 3 (UK 10) graded to size 2 (UK 8) at the hips; Alexandra (black top) wears size 6 (UK 16) at the bust and waist graded to size 7 at the hips (UK 18). Bethany (check top) is wearing a size 12 (UK 28). Sewing pattern sizes are labelled with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Use the body measurements to determine your size. SIZE RANGE: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 SUPPLIES Fabric (see below) Matching thread 0.4m (1/2yd) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric) For button loop version: 1 x 12-18mm (½–¾in) button and elasticated hairband Sewing machine and basic tools FABRIC SUGGESTIONS Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics, such as linen, double gauze, chambray, cotton lawn, viscose (rayon). If you’re a confident stitcher, try a sandwashed silk or crêpe de chine. FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140CM (56IN) WIDE Top version: sizes 1-5 - 1.1m (1 1/4yd) sizes 6-10 - 1.7m (1 7/8yd) sizes 11-15 - 1.8m (2yd)  Dress version: sizes 1-5 - 1.4m (1 5/8yd) sizes 6-10 - 2.2m (2 1/2yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.4m (2 5/8yd) 115CM (45IN) WIDE Top version: sizes 1-5 - 1.8m (2yd) sizes 6-10 - 2m (2 1/4yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.2m (2 1/2yd) Dress version: sizes 1-5 - 2.4m (2 5/8yd) sizes 6-10 - 2.5m (2 3/4yd) sizes 11-15 - 2.8m (3 1/8yd) Add to wishlist
Learn to sew your own undies with this multi-style knickers pattern, created in collaboration with our favourite lingerie designer Evie La Lùve. The step by step photo instructions and helpful tips make this a great project for lingerie novices. Incredibly versatile, the mix and match sewing pattern includes a choice of low, midi and high legs and waistlines. They can be finished with fold over elastic and/or narrow stretch lace, depending on your style, making a total of  36 combinations ! A pleasure to sew, and a perfect scrap busting project, you can whip them up on a regular sewing machine. Once you’ve made your first pair, you’ll be hooked! SKILL LEVEL - Confident beginners SIZE RANGE- UK 6-24 / US 2-20 / EUR 34-52 OR UK 16-34 / US 12-30 / EUR 44-62 FABRIC & SUPPLIES - Main Fabric: Light to medium weight stretch knit with 40 - 60% 4 way stretch and good recovery, such as jersey, scuba, stretch mesh, stretch velvet. Crochet lining fabric: small piece of cotton jersey, bamboo jersey or similar with natural content.  MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Averil is wearing the UK 6-24 range (blue stripe with mid-rise & mid leg - size UK 8 graded to 6 at the waist and black graphic with low rise & high leg - size UK 8). Melody is modelling the UK 16-34 range (pink  with mid rise & low leg -  size UK 32 graded to a 28 waist and black floral with high rise & mid leg - size size UK 32 graded to a 28 waist). Add to wishlist
Reach for this throw-it-on sundress on those sticky, hot summer days when you don’t know what else to wear, or layer it up over a t-shirt as the sun goes down. The easy-fitting empire waist bodice is gently shaped with pleats under the bust and has a neat bias binding finish on the inside. The slightly square scoop neckline is designed to cover a bra, with optional bra strap stays for added security. Add the optional faux ties to the straps for an extra touch of whimsy. Choose from mini-, knee- or maxi-length hemlines for the floaty, gathered skirt. And, of course, it has side seam pockets for your ice cream money! Skye includes Tilly and the Buttons' award-winning beginner-friendly instructions, with colour photos showing you each step – making it easy for you to create gorgeous clothes you can be proud to say you made yourself. SKILL LEVEL - Confident beginner FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Light- to medium-weight fabrics such as cotton lawn, poplin, seersucker, lighter-weight linen and blends, double gauze, viscose (rayon), lyocell (Tencel), silk or poly crepe de chine. Size 6- - 24  FABRIC REQUIREMENTS 140cm wide fabric MINI-LENGTH: Sizes 1-8 – 1.9m (2 1/8yd)* Sizes 9-10 - 2.3m (2 1/2yd)* KNEE-LENGTH: Sizes 1-8 – 2.2m (2 1/2yd)*Sizes 9-10 - 2.5m (2 3/4yd)* MAXI-LENGTH: Sizes 1-8 – 2.8m (3 1/8yd)* Sizes 9-10 - 3.1m (3 3/8yd)* 115cm wide fabric MINI-LENGTH: Sizes 1-3 – 2.2m (2 1/2yd)* Sizes 4-10 - 2.3m (2 1/2yd)* KNEE-LENGTH:  Sizes 1-3 – 2.4m (2 5/8yd)* Sizes 4-10 - 2.5m (2 3/4yd)* MAXI-LENGTH:  Sizes 1-3 – 3m (3 3/8yd)* Sizes 4-10 - 3.1m (3 3/8 yd)* Add to wishlist
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