Patterns

A stylish shirt with no bust darts, featuring a perfect balance between a generous but not oversized shoulder width, a slightly fitted waist, and a comfy bottom that sits well around the hips, with either a curved or straight hem. Classic shirt collar with a raised collar stand. Choose between a hidden or visible button placket. You can add one or two patch pockets, with optional flaps in two possible styles.   

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Woven fabric (batist, twill, light denim, poplin, etc...), lightweight (130 to 200 gsm or 4-6 oz.)

Oversized wide-legged pants with an elasticated waistband for maximum comfort and ease of execution. Designed without side seams and available in a shorts version, they can be worn with or without a removable belt for a style ranging from casual to sophisticated. Optional patch pockets on the back and on the front in one of three suggested shapes. Rather high waist, easily adjustable if needed.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: Woven (crêpe, twill, viscose, silk, linen ...), very light to light weight (110 to 200 gsm or 3-6 oz.). Stretch factor: 0 to 20%

This sweater dress, also convertible into a standalone sweater, represents the perfect blend of comfort and femininity. It will become a must-have, whether for cold days with its turtleneck or funnel neck, or for your elegant evenings with its round scoop neckline option, including a bare back (but compatible with a bra). The sleeve, either slim fitted and finished with or without a buttoned cuff, or wide and gathered at the wristband, adds the final touch of elegance to the design.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-52
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: knitted fabric (milano jersey, boucle knit...), medium to heavy wight (230 to 400 gsm or 7-12 oz.). Stretch factor: 40 to 80% and 0 to 4% max elastane

Minimalist blouse with a round neckline. On the back, the buttoned keyhole opening brings a refined touch, while remaining optional. The puffy sleeves are finished with a wristband or an elastic band. It can also be made into a tunic-dress to be worn with a belt, and with or without sleeves.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-52
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: Woven (batiste, crepe, double gauze...), very light to medium-heavy (80 to 280 gsm or 3-8 oz.)

A 7/8-length carrot-shaped pants with simple yet refined details. Its elastic waistband provides comfort and ease of movement while minimizing the amount of excess fabric. It features back patch pockets, and either patch or slant pockets at the front. A mock fly option perfect for beginners in sewing.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: Woven  (serge, denim...), medium weight (200 to 270 gsm or 6-8 oz.)

Versatile bag, available in sizes XS to XL. Three types of closures: with zip, snap fastener or drawstrings as well as 3 types of handles: long, short or even knitted. Embellished with numerous pockets, it's definitely a must-have for any occasion!

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: XS - XL
• Skill level: Beginner
• 180 possible variations
• Recommended fabric: Woven (woolen, Jacquard), heavy to very heavy (340 to 450 gsm or 10-15 oz.)

Slightly fitted blouse with a round neckline, with or without gathered flounce. Button placket and optional diagonal gathered front flounce. Three sleeve options: short or long with elasticated cuffs, or long and straight to be worn rolled up. Finished with French seams and concealed binding. 

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Woven fabric (batist, crepe, light denim, poplin, etc...), very ligh to light (70 to 200 gsm or 3-6 oz.)

Elegant wrap dress with refined details: gathers on the shoulders, flared flounce hem, and French seam finish. Simple or gathered long or short sleeves. Available in two lengths, this dress can also be made into a skirt.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Woven fabric (batist, crepe, light denim, veil, etc...), very ligh to light (70 to 200 gsm or 3-6 oz.)

This straight jacket with slightly dropped shoulders comes with 3 types of collars: a dog-ear collar, a removable collar to be made of fake fur or a flat ribbed collar. High piped pockets may be positioned vertically, low piped pockets may be positioned diagonally.  Buttoned or zipped closure.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH. Instruction manual includes images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Woven fabric (woolen fabric, Jacquard...), medium to heavy (220 to 400 gsm)

The PRIMROSE dress will make you the prettiest girl at the dance... The skater skirt is made up of panels, making it a real showstopper with an open back, or more elegant with a full back. The neckline of the dress is delicately scooped. The front of the bust is gathered, and the back is cinched with an elasticated waistband. The remarkable detail of this pretty sewing pattern: the pleated, twisted cuff, almost like a trademark of your hand-sewn creation (this detail is the same whether you choose the buttoned cuff finish, or the simplified cuff without button version).

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

• Sizes: 34-52 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Warp and weft fabrics only with a soft drape that falls nicely: a twill, a crepe or a viscose poplin, a fine jacquard, a soft and light wool for winter, or even a beautiful lace, fabrics weight 100 at 250g/m2 depending on the desired result.

Combining clean lines and sophistication, the Tempête blouse has a very feminine drape. The pattern plays on pleats, proportions and a trompe l’oeil collar effect. The sleeves can be long, and constructed with stitched pleats and a buttoned cuff, like a blouse. You can also sew the Tempête blouse without sleeves, with impeccable armhole finishing, for a very elegant little top to wear for any occasion.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

• Sizes: 34-52 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Soft and light fabrics between 70 and 200g/m2, which you can mark with an iron to help in sewing folds: poplin, crepe, veil, lace, fine jeans or chambray, in cotton, viscose, linen, tencel or even silk.

The RÉCIF trousers take the characteristics of sailor trousers and adapt them to everyday wear: the waist is mid-rise and highlighted by a belt, the hips are nicely fitted and they are closed with an invisible side zip. The leg widens and stops at the ankle, with a wide cuff.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

• Sizes: 34-52 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: cotton gabardine, denim, a cotton satin, a soft and comfortable jacquard, a light weight wool, fabrics between 150 and 300 g/m2 according to the desired result.

Péninsule is a very feminine, knee-length dress with a pussy bow collar, a slightly pressed shape constructed with darts that elongate the silhouette, and cut-outs that conceal pockets.

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

• Sizes: 34-52 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: medium-weight fabrics between 150 and 250 g/m2, such as twill, crepe, poplin or fine, supple jacquard. For fabrics, opt for viscose, tencel, cotton, linen or silk, which are comfortable and easy to iron.

As delicate as the most elaborate blouse thanks to its little pleats, as original and essential as a breton top with its shoulder inserts, this pretty straight-cut blouse is set to become a wardrobe essential. 

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

• Sizes: 34-52 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: medium-weight fabrics weighing 150 to 250 g/m2, such as twill, crepe, poplin, fine, supple jacquard, voile and even beautiful lace. Favour viscose, cotton, linen, tencel or silk, fabrics that are comfortable and easy to iron.