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)

From the most minimalist t-shirt to the more elaborate dress, this model will suit all styles! 3 different neckline types: crew neck, scoop round neckline (with or without flounce) or V-neck (with a finishing band with seam or overlay), 2 sleeve types: cap or short sleeve (finished with a hem or a band, with or without flounce). You can choose to make it into a short dress with a gathered rectangle, or even a long dress with a slit

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

• Sizes: 34-52
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: jersey, milano, interlock

This jacket features a well-balanced fashion design--neither too feminine nor too masculine- making it a winter jacket staple. The double-breasted closure adds style and warmth. With a chic tailored collar, bust dart, full lining, curved tailored sleeves, patch pockets and an optional back vent.  

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: advanced
• Recommended fabric: woollens, cashmere, jacquard

Oversized jacket with or without sleeves, that is both comfortable and filled with personality. Its round shape will irresistibly make you want to snuggle into it! This model is unlined, simply finished with bound facings allowing you to use fabrics that look as beautiful on the inside as on the outside. It features a dropped shoulder and a crew neck, wih optional high or low piped pockets. Designed for knit or woven fabric.  

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

• Sizes: 34-48
• Skill level: beginner to intermediate
• Recommended fabric: soft woven fabrics (woolen, jacquard) or stable knit fabrics (quilted, sherpa)

The Scout was inspired by 1920's women's scouting uniforms. Make as a neat shirt or dress with optional tie. The dress has in-seam pockets.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: Linen, lightweight denim, cotton chambray, poplin, linen/cotton blends. If you choose something with less drape the top will have a more sculptural look.

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.

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.

A pair of 'sailor' inspired wide leg trousers, featuring back welt pockets and front pockets with button openings..

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Recommended fabric: medium weight woven fabric such as cotton twill, denim, corduroy, light to medium weight woollens and linen

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

Sidney is a boxy sweatshirt with a loose crew neck and finger skimming sleeves.

PATTERN IN ENGLISH

• Sizes: 6-18 (UK Sizes)
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: To get the structured boxy shape of Sidney, choose a medium to heavy weight cloth. Sweat shirting, jersey loopback and cotton jacquards are ideal

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.)

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...)

The essential little vest-jacket to warm up your back and your look! Two possible necklines - crew neck or round - a rounded or straight bottom front, a cap sleeve, a patch pocket and even a gathered lace binding

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

• Sizes: 34-52
• Skill level: Beginner
• Recommended fabric: woven (woolen, Jacquard...)

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