Patterns

A versatile V-neck shirt dress with endless possibilities: 3 collar options (classic shirt, Victorian collar,  or collar stand only) and 3 skirt styles (gathered rectangle, quarter-circle or half-circle). Choose between short or long sleeves, and add an optional front ruffle for extra charm.  For a bold Western-inspired touch, include the topstitched shoulder yoke!

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: very light to light woven fabrics (120 to 200 gsm or 3-6 oz.) chambray, twill, poplin, linen, viscose

Bare-back dress that oozes elegance and feminity. The dress tightens on the sides with lace-up ties, allowing the back opening to be gathered. Besides adding a touch of originality, the placement of its bare-back in the small of the back makes it bra-friendly. The top is fully lined, and the skirt can be partially or fully lined.  Available in short, midi, or long length.

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: woven, very light to light (80-160 g/m² or 2-5 oz.), fluid fabric (viscose, silk, linen), flexible weaving (voile, crepe, twill), stretch factor 0-10% (without elastane)

Sewing pattern for the Crickette blouse for women, by Cousette Fabrics, Singulière x Cousette. Blouse with square neckline, slim cuffs with sleeve tabs and 2-by-2 buttoning

• SIZES: XS-XXXL
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: fine to medium fabrics such as viscose, cotton and twill.

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Miette is a short top, to be sewn sleeveless as a tank top or with sleeves and lined for a jacket version. It features a subtle play of slits: the side seams are diverted forward to the waist, while the sleeve seams follow the same principle

• SIZES: XS-XXXL
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: fine to medium fabrics such as viscose, cotton and linen.

Instructions are available in French (with images)

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.)

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.)

Empire-waist dress with high-cut armholes and a fitted bodice at the bust. The skirt is straight and gathered for a steamy effect. Fully lined.

• SIZES: XS-XXXL
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: flowing fabrics such as viscose, silk and cotton voile

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Kimono-inspired jacket with sleeves that are part of the back and front yokes. Large patch pockets. Collar band border the front and neckline.

• SIZES: XS-XXXL
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: light to medium fabrics such as viscose, Tencel, gabardine, jacquard and French terry.

Instructions are available in French (with images)

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...)

Simple tank top or dress has many assets: an all-in-one facing for the version with yoke, tied or stationery straps, and different possible lengths, tank top, tunic or very long dress. Bra compatible.

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: batiste, chiffon, voile, crepe

Tank top or dress with a V-neckline on the front and a V-neckline or scoop neckline on the back. Partial or total lining for a clean finish, with the addition of one or two decorative bows on the shoulder(s)

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: batiste, chiffon, voile

Knitted bodysuit of extreme comfort and distinctive elegance thanks to the flat pleats that give the garment a nice effect. Available with 3 distinct sleeve options and is sewn with both a conventional sewing machine and a serger

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

• Sizes: 34-52
• Skill level Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: thin jersey, Milano, interlock

Blouse or dress with a V-neckline finished with a concealed binding and extended with a button placket. 7/8-length sleeve. Fairly straight blouse with or without sleeves that can be made into a dress with elastic waist

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

• Sizes: 34-52
• Skill level Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: batiste, crepe, double gauze, light denim

Low waist straight dress with a bodice structured by two bust darts. The slightly flared skirt is gathered and has a straight flounce at the bottom. Fitted sleeves. A slit in the middle back is closed with a strap and a button

• SIZES: XS-XXXL
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: viscose, twill, crepe

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Beautiful blouse with a high yoke, straight cut and front buttoning. V-neckline and nice armholes.

• SIZES: XS-XXXL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: viscose, silk, tencel

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Straight cut shirt with wide cuffs, flap sleeves, large chest pockets and round neckline. Ideal for a first shirt, Buchette will be perfect as an overshirt in a fine wool or corduroy

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: cotton, fine linen and flannel

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Mid-rise waist trousers with an impeccable fit. Side slit pockets or front patch pockets. Optional back patch pockets. Straight legs ending with a wide hem held by an invisible stitch or by a topstitch

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level:Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: jeans, tweed, velvet, flannel

Long wrap dress. Its wide crossover and kimono sleeves make it easy to wear every day.

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: viscose, tencel, cotton

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Double chest dress, closed with a double buttoning. It is slightly gathered at the waist Delicate and daring, intended for seamstresses who have already made a few pieces and who want to take up new challenges!

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: viscose, twill, crepe

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Fluid jumpsuit, gathered at the waist with a closure at the back which closes to reveal a nice back drape.

Dress version available as a PDF download

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: fluid fabrics such as viscose, tencel, crepe

Instructions are available in French (with images)

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: Crepe, Tencel, viscose-inen, jacquard and lightweight wool

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Loose blouse or tunic, easy to sew and to wear. Its little extra is its front and back panels which continue in 3/4 or short sleeves. Two lengths available

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: viscose, double gauze, silk

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Short skirt composed of 2 layered elements, assembled on a wide V-shaped waistband on the back and front. Closure on the left side with an invisible zip and a fastener

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level:Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Batiste, crepe, light denim, double gauze. Light to medium fabrics (100 to 270 g/m²)

Simple dress available in two lengths. Rounded waist, slightly gathered on the front and back to highlight all the silhouettes. Slightly curved skirt bottom. Pockets are hidden in the front seams. Sleeves finished with a cuff

• SIZES: XS-XL (French sizes)
• SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
• Recommended fabrics: soft and lightweight fabrics

Instructions are available in French (with images)

Military and Saharan-style jacket to be worn with or without belt. Tons of details such as dog-ear collar, slightly dropped shoulders, fitted tailor sleeves and different types of pockets

PATTERN IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH with images + VIDEO

• Sizes: 34-48 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Poplin, denim, jacquard, gabardine. Medium weight fabrics (180 to 260 g/m²)

Blouse or dress slightly fitted, front buttoning and no bust darts for a modern style. Back V yoke, edged with an optional ruffle. The yoke is entirely lined with no visible seams.

PATTERN IN FRENCH. Instruction manual includes images. 

• Sizes: 34-48 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Batiste, crepe, light denim, seersucker. Light to medium fabrics (70 to 180 g/m²)

Blouse or dress with a front v-neck and ample bottom. Fully fined bodice. Long or 3/4 sleeves, finished with a simple hem or buttoned cuff with optional ruffle.

PATTERN IN FRENCH. Instruction manual includes images. 

• Sizes: 34-48 (French sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Light to medium fabrics (70 to 1800 g/m²) such as Batiste, crepe, light denim, double gauze