Patterns

Inspired by a vintage Austrian hiking jacket. This neat mid-season piece is perfect for all weathers. A double breasted jacket that can be lined or unlined. It features two flap pockets and a button tab to close the collar

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: dry oilskin, oilskin, linen, 8 -12oz denim, wool, corduroy, cotton twills or canvas. A heavier weight cloth will result in a more structured jacket. Linings: cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool and slip linings.

An oversized coat or jacket with a rolled collar and turn back cuffs. The coat has inseam pockets and jacket has patch pockets. Choose to make either lined or unlined

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Dry oilskin, oilskin, linen, 7-12oz denim, wool, corduroy, cotton twill or canvas. A heaver weight cloth with result in a more structured coat. Linings: cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool and slip linings.

A twist on an artist's smock designed by Cawley Studio. Featuring front welt and in-seam pockets with an optional belt. Perfect in utility cloth.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Advanced
• Recommended fabric: medium dress weight wovens, sanded twill, linen, 6-9oz denim, corduroy, tencel and tencel/linen

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

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: XS-XL (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: light to medium weight wovens such as linen, brushed cotton, cotton lawn, cotton poplin, tencel, Indian handlooms, lightweight baby cord or cotton double gauze.

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. The dress has an inner tie so you can choose how loose you want your wrap to be, but it is designed to not be fitted at the waist

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, brushed cotton, cotton lawn, cotton poplin, Tencel, Indian handlooms, lightweight baby cord or cotton double gauze.

An oversized, boxy shirt with a dropped back hem and half placket. Swingy and absurdly comfortable.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: 3-6oz linen, cotton poplin, cotton lawn, cotton double gauze, Indian handlooms, cotton chambray, Tencel, hemp/cotton blends

The Mary White is a loose fitting dress or top with front and back pleats, side in-seam pockets (dress only), breast pocket and a sailor collar. Perfect attire for any board walk.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Medium weight dress weight wovens, cotton sanded twill, 6-9oz denim, linen, corduroy, tencel, tencel/linen. The more structured the fabric the more sculptural your top/dress will look

The Florence is a sweet swingy top and dress with a button back detail and soft high low gathers.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: 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 Eve Trouser is cropped, with a slightly tapered leg and optional turn ups. It's an easy garment to make, fitting neatly at the waist and over the hips with a simple side zip and two back pockets. Choose to make pleats or darts into the waist seam.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: ideally suited to a mid-heavyweight cotton canvas, as this keeps the structured shape. Other options are: corduroy, light-medium weight woollens and 7 - 12oz denim. You can use lighter weight cloths like linen and potentially a Tencel/linen but this will give you a softer silhouette.

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. You also have the option of making it into a top with a small slit at the front.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 8-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: linen, linen blends, tencel, cotton chambray, very fine wool or corduroy

A simple dress with tapered A-line silhouette and short fitted sleeves for an easy-wear classic. Features 2 versions – Dress or T-shirt.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 8-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner
• Recommended fabric: linen, linen blends, tencel, tencel/linen, 4-80z denim, cotton chambray, indian handweaves, fine wool or needlecord

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.)

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

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.)

A slightly flared skirt whose cut allows it to glide over the hips for a highly feminine look! In a woven fabric, it is cut on the bias and features an invisible zipper. In knit fabric, it is cut on the straight grain and has an elasticated waist without added gathers (an ultra-fast sewing version ideal for beginners). 

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Woven for knit fabric

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.)

Lined sleeveless jacket with many variations: 3 types of collars (collar stand, stand-up collar or with hood) and 2 lengths. It can be made with or without lower pockets and also allows the addition of a zipped upper pocket

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate

Recommended fabric: woven (woolen, gabardine...)