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Get to Know your Sleeve Types
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Projects: SHADI KNIT SKIRT FROM NAMED

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WIDE-LEG TROUSERS

THE EVERYDAY JACKET

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A NEW YEAR OF SEWING
I’m not one for making New Year’s resolutions mainly because comfortable to wear and create an elongated silhouette. These
I’m not very good at keeping them either! However this year, include effortlessly stylish waist pleats and a choice of an easy
I have resolved to commit to sewing a little more sustainably side closure or centre fly-front zip! Ruth Collins also joins us
and using the fabrics that I already have. Our wonderful cover this time to talk about trouser fitting and how to achieve a full
- The Everyday Jacket, I made from a single duvet cover I was seat adjustment, which is a common fitting problem when it
reluctant to part with of because of the beautiful print. I love the comes to trouser making.
idea of it having a new lease of life as a jacket that will be worn Carrying on our series of statement styles – we look at sleeve
time and time again. I’d love to hear from you if you make it styles and how they can completely transform the a garment.
using fabrics or textiles you already have! In 10 Minutes With, Fionna Hanna talks about her career change
I’m also thrilled to be able to offer our readers the Shadi to design fun adorable patterns for children.
Skirt, thanks to the lovely Saara and Laura Huhta from If you love fashion from the past, do check out the Decades
Named Clothing. This knit pencil skirt is so comfortable of Style story about the Fashion Museum in Bath which has
to wear, very easy to sew and will be perfect for lots opened its online doors to showcase British fashion from the
of occasions. I’m certainly going to be making more! 1970s and '80s. As usual, I have run out of room to mention all
Does making trousers fill you with trepidation? Why not have the great content that we have this time so grab a cuppa and
a go at the Wide-legged Trousers from Oda Stormoen and see for yourself…
Kristin Vaag, you might surprise yourself! I love that they are

Happy sewing!
ie x
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SPECIALS Patreon Clubs 32 WääłűĩŖŅʼnőŖƅĂäŅäͥ   57
And what these can offer seamstresses! Storage solutions for dressmakers!

We REVIEW 44 ĢĩĢěĆĢääŰłäŅĆäĢÚäūĆőĂ  86

The SlipKit from Sheepers ÁőĂ;ÁʼnĂĆĩĢ`ŖʼnäŖġ
The designers making the headlines in British
fashion in the 1970s and '80s

REGULARS On our Radar 7 Hot Fabrics 23

Things we thought you might like to know A line-up of warm and cosy fabrics
from the sewing community….

Hooked on Books 46
We Love PEACH FUZZ! 20 Get your sewing mojo back with a good book!
The Pantone colour of the year 2024

Pattern Preview 52
New pattern releases hot off the press!

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MEET & GREET
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Fionna Hanna

STYLISH SEWING
Fancy Pants! 10
Key trouser trends that you will want to sew this season!

Your Wardrobe Your Way 18

Free patterns for beginners to sew!

HĢőĂäġĆààěä      40
The best coats for in-between days

Guy Style 82
Stylish men’s coats and trousers to stand out from the crowd!

LEARN TO SEW
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Ruth Collins explains how to achieve better trouser fitting for
your next pair of trousers

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We share our top tips for this fabric!

Get to know your Sleeve Styles 67

We look at the different styles that can completely transform
the a garment

PROJECTS
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This raglan sleeve jacket is perfect for double-sided fabrics!

SHADI Pencil Skirt 61

This knit skirt from Named Clothing is as simple as a skirt
pattern can possibly be to make!

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Make this pair of trousers with an easy side closure or a
centre-front fly-front zip - you choose!

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ON OUR
RADAR
Things we thought you might like to know…

A RELAUNCH!
Made Label has relaunched its website along with its
sewing patterns. The pattern brand has introduced a curvy
range to its collection as well as projector file formats! All
its patterns are available in sizes Misses 4-18 and Curvy
16-30 (AU/UK). Each size range is fit independently to
make sure that the design best accentuates the beautiful
body shapes within that range. The base patterns are fit
on models who are 5ft 3in but also with a B bodice cup
size (not to be confused with bra sizes).
www.madelabel.co/collections/all

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HEDGEROW COUTURE
After the death of his wife, Textile Artist, Allan Brown spent seven
years making a nettle dress by hand from the fibre of locally foraged
stinging nettles with his faithful dog by his side near his home. His
story is told in a short docu-film that lasts just over an hour where he
speaks about the rich symbolism of taking something that is a source
of pain, stripping it of its sting and reshaping and repurposing it into
a thing of beauty.
The process was labour-intensive and sensitively captured by
filmmaker Dylan Howitt. Starting with gathering bushels of the
plant from the woods, spinning the fibres of the stalks into thread,
weaving the thread into a rough-hewn fabric and finally sewing it
into a beautiful dress.
www.nettledress.org/watch

DEFINE YOUR STYLE

The biggest challenge to sewing a handmade
wardrobe is nothing to do with sewing! The trickiest
part is making clothes that you actually want to wear!
And of course, the secret to doing that is choosing
designs and fabrics that fit your style, personality,
and lifestyle.
If you don’t think about your style much, then you
might spend hours and hours sewing garments that
never come out of the closet. Worst of all, you might
lose your motivation to sew completely because
nothing you make ever feels right.
Seamwork has come up with an online workshop to
help you pinpoint your style so you can fully express
yourself through the garments you make. In their
hands-on workshop, they dig deep with exercises and
worksheets that help you explore who you are and
what you want to say through the clothing you make.
This workshop is open to non-members of Seamwork
for a nominal fee of $10.
www.seamwork.com

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A MUST-SEE FOR ANY ASPIRING

FASHION DESIGNER
The Rebel: 30 Years of London Fashion exhibition is a landmark
collaboration with the British Fashion Council and celebrates the 30th
anniversary of its NEWGEN programme, an initiative that supports the
best emerging fashion design talent and aims to build global, high-
end brands of the future.
Guest-curated by BFC Ambassador for Emerging Talent Sarah
Mower MBE and co-curated by Design Museum Senior Curator
Rebecca Lewin, the exhibition tells the story of hundreds of fearless
young designers who have transformed the fashion landscape
and brings together exuberant, rebellious and radical garments.
Many of them have entered pop-culture history and launched global
design careers.
Highlights include the swan dress controversially worn by Björk at
the 2001 Oscars, Harry Styles’ Steven Stokey Daley outfit from his
video for ‘Golden’, and Sam Smith's inflatable latex suit by HARRI from
this year’s BRIT Awards. Collections and work by JW Anderson, Wales
Bonner, Erdem, Molly Goddard, Christopher Kane, Simone Rocha,
Russell Sage, and many more. These items are shown alongside films,
drawings, memorabilia and never-before-seen archive material from
some of the most well-known contemporary UK-based designers.
The exhibition runs until 11th February 2024.
designmuseum.org
Image Credits: Colour Explosion room. Photo Andy Stagg. © the Design Museum

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fancy pantsKey trouser trends that you will want to sew this season!

Bara Studio | Sizes 34-48 (EUR)

(approx. 8-18/20 UK)
www.bara-studio.com/en
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Ultra cool with a 1970s twist, the Jessa Trousers

pattern has wonderful wide, gently flared legs
on the full-length trousers! They close with
a concealed front zip fly, and feature a high
curved waistband and back darts to create a
great fit. The triangle tab fastening, deep patch
pockets and faux pocket flap will have you
swooning over the extra details!

Bara Studio | Sizes 34-48 (EUR)

(approx. 8-18/20 UK)
www.bara-studio.com/en

Tilly and the Buttons | Sizes 6-20

If have you been looking for a (UK/AU), 2-16 (US) and 34-48 (EUR)
pattern to make pleather skinny fit www.tillyandthebuttons.com
jeggings then look no further, the
Julie Leggings are the answer. These
close-fitting jeggings have pockets, a
A wide-legged ‘fisherman style’
comfortable high waist and are great
trews, the versatile Elsie Trousers can
for beginners.
be made in cropped or full length.
These elasticated back waistband
trousers are as easy to sew as they are
to wear, with side and back pockets,
pleats at the front and an optional tie
belt, you couldn't ask for more!

Sewgirl | Sizes 8-22 (UK)

www.sewgirlblog.com

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Closet Core Patterns | Sizes 0-20 (US) (approx. UK 6-20 UK)

Find a UK stockist at www.hantexonline.co.uk/closetcore

A genius songwriter inspires the Mitchell

Trousers pattern with its timeless style.
This modern interpretation of classic
pleated trousers features a high-waist,
fly front zipper and comfy hidden
waistband facing for a sleek continuous
silhouette through the rise. Deep pleats
at the front enclose a unique angled
pocket. Make with a tapered leg ending
at the ankle or a full-length wide leg.

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Elevate your trouser-making with the Clara Pants. Make in fabrics with a slight stretch, this ankle-
skimming trouser has all the classic details including belt loops, button and zipper fastening with
flap underneath. The pockets are cleverly hidden in the side seams.

Italian Patterns | Sizes 40-46 (EU)

www.italianpatterns.com

Sew Over It | Sizes 6-30 (UK)

www.sewoverit.com

The customisable Bramber Trousers are

loose-fitting and have an elasticated high- The Peggy Trousers are so easy to dress

rise that tapers to a slightly cropped hem, up or down and are destined to be the

just choose between turn-up or plain hems. pair that you choose for both work and

With patch pocket options galore - the the weekend. This high-waisted pattern

combinations are endless. has a front zip fly and is elasticated

around the side and back waist for extra
comfort, easy fitting and to create a
paper bag effect.
Sussex Seamstress | Sizes 6-30 (UK) 2-26 (US)
and 32-56 (EU)
www.sussexseamstress.com

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 FULL SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Ruth Collins aka @IthacaMaven explains how to achieve better trouser fitting for
your next pair of trousers
Trouser styles come and go. At one point, we thought that for an improved fit. Diagonal stress wrinkles around the
sweatpants would be the new universal normal and tailored derriere indicate a fuller bottom than the pattern is drafted
trousers a thing of the past. But there is always a need for a which calls for a ‘full seat’ aka ‘junk in the trunk’ (as I like to
sleek pair of trousers, a pair with room for movement that is call it!) pattern adjustment. A rounder bottom may also cause
also functional and of course with pockets! the back waistline to dip down as well as causing the back
So it’s time to tackle the dreaded trouser-fitting issues! crotch seam to be lengthened. I look at the outcome of a
Here, I demonstrate the problems with a common alteration traditional approach for this adjustment and compare it with
of the ‘full seat’ adjustment and suggest two easy alternatives two alternatives.

Shown here is a back trouser pattern piece for a

pattern from designer Christine Jonson that could
be used as a basic block. One size has been selected
from this multi-sized pattern, outlined in pink.
 ORIGINAL SIZE #TOPDOWNCENTEROUT FIT TING
K EY

FU L L S EAT AD J US T M E N T 2 S IZ ES B I GGER

Here, we compare the result of the pattern before (pink) and after
(green) the ‘full seat’ modification. Extra room has been provided
for the fuller bottom. The crotch seam is now more angled, which
In a standard full seat adjustment – a box around the
makes sense as it now incorporates a dart and is also very slightly
crotch point is cut on the grain and extended by 1in or
longer to go over the larger area.
more. The crotch seam line is redrawn and blended back
However, the altered angle of the centre back cut could impact
to the original position at the waistline and the inseam is
the other shaping elements of the pattern and distort the overall
blended back to the original above the knee.
architecture of the trouser when it is sewn to the front. The stress
wrinkles may have diminished because there is more room for the
fuller bottom but the overall fit will not have improved and perhaps
even a new issue emerges.

If we need more fabric for a fuller bottom, why not select a larger
pattern size? Comparing our ‘full seat adjusted’ pattern (green)
with the multi-size pattern shown here, we can now select the
size closest to the hip circumference as we know we need at the
derriere (orange) which happens to be a couple of sizes larger than
the size originally selected (pink).
However, we only need this larger size around the rear end, so we
can adjust the pattern back to the original size along the side seam
and increase the uptake of the darts as needed.
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The final pattern shown here has the same waist and hem
opening as the original, but more room for the bottom and,
importantly, it is not distorted. The problem has been solved
by taking advantage of the multi-sized pattern, selecting an
appropriately larger size and narrowing the side seam as
needed.

THE OTHER OPTION

Another option if we don’t want to make another

mock-up is to use the Top Down Center Out fitting
method (see hashtag #TOPdownCENTERout on
my Instagram account for more details). In short,
this is a tool for makers to use a commercial pattern
to fit themselves by themselves with a single mock-
up. The outcome would be the same as shown in
step 5 with an appropriately adjusted pattern for
a fuller bottom that preserves the architectural
balance of the design. The added bonus is that
with this approach the maker can take care of any
other fitting issues at the same time.

HAPPY TROUSER FIT TING!

Ruth Collins is a scientist who became interested in exploring the similarities between clothing design
and biological structures. In both cases, the challenge lies in transitioning from two-dimensional (2D)
materials to three-dimensional (3D) structures. Originally from Yorkshire, Ruth now resides in the
beautiful Finger Lakes region in the USA. She enjoys opera, fixing vintage machinery, and time with
family, which includes her beloved cat, Bilbo.
You can find more about Ruth on her Instagram account, @ithacamaven

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S T Y LIS H SEW IN G Singlet, T-shirt & Turtleneck | Grasser Patterns
en-grasser.com
Astrid Midi Pencil Skirt | Tiana's Closet
www.tianascloset.com
Vera Knit Top | Forget-me-not Patterns
www.forgetmenotpatterns.com

YOUR WARDROBE,
YOUR WAY! 8 of our favourite sewing patterns for beginners that you
can download and sew for free straightaway!

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 Slouchy Cardi | In The Folds ST YLI S H S EW I N G
Joy Dress | Schnittchen Pattens
www.inthefolds.com
www.schnittchen.com/en

Peasant Top | Sew Different

www.sewdifferent.co.uk
www.coppercreekpatterns.com

www.readytosew.fr/en
Anything But Basic Tee Mens
Do It Better Yourself Club

Valley Jumpsuit
Ready to Sew

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WE love

T H E YEAR 2 024
COLO U R O F
 What the Pantone Color Institute
Sewspiration has to say about it:
“ A velvety gentle peach that’s a comforting softly nestled between pink
and orange to express a yearning for community and cosiness during
uncertain times. This heartfelt peach hue brings a feeling of kindness
and tenderness, communicating a message of caring and sharing,
community and collaboration.

The ”
Pattern
This stunning cocktail dress is perfect to show your true colours at parties!
This princess-cut dress has a wrap of fabric at the bust for an off-the-
shoulder look. The dress closes with an invisible zipper, and a slit at the
centre back for ease of movement. Fit it to your body and it will give you a
‘Spanx’ effect to accentuate your curves.

Make your sewing peachy!

Pink Powder from Sunset From Floral

Decostitch Elements Elements

Peach Dust From Peach Sherbet From

Oval Elements Pure Solids

Art Gallery Fabric Blenders | For your nearest UK

stockist visit www.hantexonline.co.uk/agf-elements
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/OurLadyofLeisure

Orange Peach River Shell Buttons | www.buttonbird.com

Margarita Dress | Sizes A-G (6-16UK)

Peach Bellini Gütermann Thread | www.goodfabric.co.uk

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A line-up of warm and cosy fabrics to see you through the coldest months

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jersey
This fabric has all the benefits of
regular knitted jersey fabric but has
a design within the fabric structure
as opposed to being printed on the
fabric. It’s ideal for dresses, tops
and any garment where an added
texture is wanted. There are two
lovely Modelo collections - The
Kolsnap and the Barso. In this issue,
we’ve made the Shadi Skirt from
Named Clothing in the Barso Grey
Heathered Jacquard Cable Knit.
www.hantexonline.co.uk/modelo

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S weatshirts
Sweatshirt is soft to the touch and is ideal for making cold-
weather garments like sweatshirts, hoodies, comfy joggers and
lounge sets. It comes in a wide range of plain and printed fabrics

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but have you ever thought of creating your own printed designs?
CottonBee has a custom range of printed cotton loopback jersey that you
can print your own designs on. All its fabrics are OEKO-TEX certified.
www.ctnbee.com/en
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Boiled
wool
This is one of our favourite fabrics to
sew with! Boiled wool isn’t as difficult
to work with as you think, and is perfect
for making coats and jackets for this
time of the year and beyond! Modelo’s
Cairn boiled wool is reversible so there's
no need for lining and being boiled
wool, there’s no hemming or seam-
neatening and is perfect for raw-edge
sewing. This collection has 19 stunning
colourways so there’s bound to be a
perfect colour for you!
www.hantexonline.co.uk/modelo

This cosy organic cotton plush fabric is so luxurious and is available in two colourways -
Buttercream and Dark Honey. Often this type of fabric is made from polyester, but Good

Plush
Fabric has sourced a 100% organic cotton version that’s super soft. The underside is also a
beautiful soft knit so you can choose which side you want to use! It’s ideal for lining jackets,
vests, baby outfits and mittens too!
www.goodfabric.co.uk

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Think of the thickest and most cosiest
fabric ever. Sherpa fabric is breathable,
very soft to the touch, comfortable,
cosy, warm, and perfect for cold
weather. Also known as teddy fabric as it
resembles a teddy bear’s fur, the texture
is similar to natural fur, but it’s artificially
processed. The fabric has two different
sides. One is woollen with a soft texture
and the other is smooth. The fabric is
made of synthetic fibres and is available
in a wide range of colours. Use Sherpa
to make the Sara Quarter-zip Pullover
from Kdornbier Designs shown here.
This pattern is available in sizes 0-24.
www.kdornbierdesigns.com

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 A popular choice for jackets and
coats, Modelo Macklin Quilted
Pu
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styles of quilting, onion and straight
line and both a matt and satin $nish

Visit www.hantexonline.co.uk/
macklin for more information
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We share our top tips for sewing with this fabric!
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Loop-
backed Melange
irt
French Sweatsh
Jersey
Terry

Fleece-
backed
Sweatshirt

WHAT IS SWEATSHIRT FABRIC? EXTRA TIP: Always wash fabrics and garments separately

The sweatshirt family includes sweatshirt fleece-backed and especially fleece types as they produce lots of lint. Avoid the

loopback/French Terry and varies in thickness. Good quality tumble dryer, they dry very quickly without it!

sweatshirt has a smooth jersey flat rib on the right side and is soft
on the wrong side. For a fleece-backed sweatshirt, use a nap layout as it usually has a

French terry and loopback sweatshirt fabrics are slightly lighter directional pile. Stroke your fabric up and down. If it feels different

than fleece and as it sounds, the loops are visible on the wrong going in each direction, use a nap layout and make sure all your

side. Some sweatshirt fabrics can also be brushed-backed and pattern pieces face the same direction on your fabric.

melange (mixed blend of mottled fibres).

Use a quality brand ballpoint needle (80/12 or 90/14) with a

ITS CHARACTERISTICS rounded tip that won’t snag the knitted structure of the fabric.

Sweatshirt fabrics are soft, moisture-wicking and trap heat, which

makes them perfect for warm and cosy garments but also have an EXTRA TIP: Mixed packs of needles are useful for finding the right

all-season versatility. They have a low stretch and are very stable, one for your fabric.

which makes them easy to sew with a little know-how.

Use a walking foot to help feed the fabric layers through the

TIPS FOR SEWING machine evenly and keep pushing the fabric beyond the foot to

Like all knit fabrics, pre-wash these as they’re prone to shrinking prevent stretching.

so it’s a good idea to buy slightly more fabric than you need and
make your hems and sleeves a little longer. EXTRA TIP: Decrease the presser foot dial so there's more room
to accommodate the thicker fabric and easier to sew. Go slowly

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when stitching multiple layers to avoid the needle breaking. If
your machine struggles to get started over a bulky area – use a
small piece of scrap fabric rolled up to give the back end of the
presser foot a little lift to line up with your fabric.

Trim the middle seam where there are more than two adjoining
layers that overlap.

Increase your stitch length and width to accommodate these

bulkier fabrics. A stretch stitch (1.5mm wide and 3mm long) is
ideal but test your stitch settings on small fabric scraps to find
what works best for you.

You can leave seams unfinished, but a zigzag stitch will prevent
the fabric from shedding. Use a triple stitch on stress areas like
underarms and side seams.

TLC FOR YOUR MACHINE

These fabrics do have a tendency to clog up the inside of a

sewing machine or overlocker, so use a lint brush to give your
machine a good clean after you’ve finished so it’s ready for
your next project.

BEST-SUITED GARMENTS
These fabrics are ideal for casual clothes, loungewear and
activewear. As these fabrics have little stretch, use them with
looser-fitting or simple sewing patterns that you can get on and
off easily.

One of our favourite patterns is the Talvikki Funnel Neck

Sweater from Named Clothing (shown here),
www.namedclothing.com
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WHAT IS A PATREON CLUB?

This is a membership-based community

where the Patreon ‘Creator’ offers exclusive
content and opens up special opportunities
and community experiences to its most

B EN EF I TS T O J OIN I NG passionate fans.

☑ It’s a way of supporting your favourite pattern brand

☑ Get exclusive sewing patterns and projects
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☑ Print handy sewing resources
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☑ Listen to Podcasts
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☑ Support and engage with others
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☑ Early access and sneak peeks
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☑ Competitions
☒ Before you sign up, you may not know
what content you will get every month
Research what each club has to offer as they may not
☒ You may not want (or like) the sewing
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patterns offered or for the add-ons/
expansion sewing patterns you might
not have bought the original pattern to
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PATREON CLUBS ☒ Online sewing courses can provide a
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THE
EVERYDAY
JACKET
The perfect layer for days when
you need a lighter jacket for those
chilly mornings
This stylish semi-fitted short pockets. The pattern is perfect
unlined jacket has a crew for making in double-sided
neckline, and raglan sleeves, quilted fabrics and repurposing
and is finished with contrasting fabrics like quilt covers and old
bias binding and optional patch blankets!
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Things you need to know

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate sewists (due to the application
of bias binding). A go-to jacket for spring layering all year
round and for those learning to sew outerwear.

SIZES: 8-26 (UK), 4-22 (US), 34-52 (EU)

Select your jacket size using this chart below for the most
accurate make.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC: 2m (2-2¼ yds)

Light and medium woven fabrics such as cotton, twill,
denim, linen, flannel, boiled wool, corduroy and cotton.

OTHER THINGS YOU WILL NEED: 4.5m (5yds) x 12mm

(½in) cotton double fold bias binding for the neck, front
opening and hemline.

MAKE IT DIFFERENT:
✖ To layer over jumpers we recommend sizing up
✖ Make in plain or print fabrics
✖ Experiment with the length
✖ Add bias tape to the pockets for extra wow!

NUMBER OF PAGES
✖ A4/Letter - print at home - 23 Pages
✖ A0/Copyshop - 1 page

Size chart
Size key 8

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Pattern & printing layouts Cutting Out Make the Pockets

Save ink and just print your size out using

Adobe Acrobat. Select the layers tool and FRONT - Cut 2
uncheck every size that isn’t yours. BACK - Cut 2
SLEEVE - Cut 2
TIP: Be sure to keep the ‘Test Squares', POCKET - Cut 2
'Markings (Printing Guides)’ and the
‘Technical Marks’ checked too! Preparation before sewing
1. Fold the bottom and the side seams.
If you're using the A0/Copyshop version ✖ Wash your fabric before using it. Press flat and stitch around the edges
you will need to trace off the sleeve. ✖ Make a toile from inexpensive fabric with a 1⁄8in seam allowance. Using the
to check the fitting of the pattern is guidelines on the pocket pattern piece,
A4 Print at Home Assembly correct. Read the instructions carefully fold the top of the pocket over at the
before starting. top. Firstly by ¼in and then by 1¾in.
✖ Practice any techniques that you're Press flat and stitch with 1⁄8in seam
not familiar with before sewing the allowance from the edge. Repeat for
jacket. the other pocket.

Steps to sew
3⁄8in seam allowance

Key

When printing choose the ACTUAL SIZE (or

RIGHT SIDE
SCALE 100%).

TIP: It's not necessary to print in colour

as sizes are marked on the pattern using 2. Pin and topstitch the pocket to the
different line styles. Once printed, the front of the jacket. If you prefer you
pattern can be assembled by overlapping can wait to place the pockets once the
the pages and using the diagram above WRONG SIDE jacket is made to make sure they are in
to help you assemble the pattern pieces the perfect place for you.
correctly.

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Make the Jacket Sewing the Sleeves Pinning the Bias Binding

8. Starting at the centre back, apply

5. Fold the sleeve in two and stitch the your bias binding so it continues
dart as shown in the image. Unfold the around the hem, front and around the
sleeve and press the dart downwards. neckline and down the other side of
TIP: It's easier to apply your bias tape to the front finishing at the centre back.
3. Place the back jacket piece right sides your sleeve whilst it's flat (before sewing
together matching the centre seams the seam up). Sewing the exposed bias binding
and pin them in place. Sew the back
centre seam and press the flat. Then 1. Open out one side of the folds of the
open and press again. binding and line it up with the raw
edge of your jacket with the right sides
facing.
2. Sew it to the jacket using the crease in
the binding as a stitching guide.
3. Press the binding up and away from
6. Fold the sleeves in half and stitch them the jacket whilst leaving the crease on
together. the other side of the binding visible.
4. Turn the jacket so the wrong side is
facing up. Press the binding over the
raw edge and pass the stitch line that
you can see.
5. Topstitch the bias binding in place with
the right side (outside) of the garment
facing you so that the stitching looks
neat.

Sewing with Thicker Fabrics

✂ Use quilter clips to hold layers together

4. Place the front jacket pieces right sides ✂ Use a walking or Teflon foot
together. Pin and stitch the side seams ✂ Use a heavy-duty 100/16 or 11/18 needle
to the jacket back. Repeat for the other 7. Insert the sleeve into the jacket and ✂ Decrease the presser foot
side. Press seams flat. Ensure you're match the front of the shorter side to ✂ Increase the stitch length to 3.5mm
matching the under armpit rather than the front jacket. Sew the sleeves in. ✂ Choose a heavy-duty polyester thread
the hem. Turn the sleeve to the wrong side of for sewing any stressed seams
the fabric and press the seams again. TIP: Try out the above sewing machine

settings on a scrap before you start!

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 Kelly Coat | www.julianamartejevs.com/en

IN THE
middle
The best coats for in-between days - not too bulky
and great for travelling and running errands!

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The Kelly Coat is a cosy midi wrap coat with a beautiful shawl collar, patch
pockets and belt. Sew this coat entirely without a sewing machine using a
simple embroidery technique. This slow-fashion project will take about eight
hours to complete and the pattern comes in sizes XS-XXXL.

www.julianamartejevs.com/en

The Sigrid Coat is a lovely longline knit coat with

patch pockets and full-length sleeves. The wide
cuff and open front with a folded front tab make
it great for chucking on and off for busy days.
Make in sweater knit, or any fabric with slight
LONGLINE

stretch and drape. This pattern comes in sizes

4-16 and 18-30.

www.hantexonline.co.uk/style-arc

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DOUBLE

The Pea Coat is a sophisticated double-breasted jacket

with an optional cuff. It can be made lined, unlined or
finished with raw-edges. The back has a half belt and two
vents. The pattern is available in sizes 4-22 (UK).

www.themakersatelier.com

ON THE
MOVE

This classic Car Coat is constructed for those on

the go. It is slightly A-lined with a relaxed fit and has
raglan sleeves and front welt pockets, which can
be sewn with or without the lining. The pattern
comes in sizes XS-3XL

www.theassemblylineshop.com

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Named after the beautiful Dorset town, The Wimborne
Coat will add an injection of style while keeping you
warm on those chilly days. It’s fully lined and has stylish
dropped shoulders and a cocoon shape to ramp up the
style stakes. With a beautifully shaped collar travelling
down the front of the coat, and in-seam pockets to carry
the essentials, this coat is perfect for those wanting to
make their first coat. It’s available in sizes 6-26 (UK).

www.theavidseamstress.co.uk

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We love the I AM Rê pattern. It’s a timeless and

classic straight-cut duffle coat. Make it hip-height
or make it a little shorter than usual for a boxy
look. It has all the lovely features you expect on
a duffle coat like toggle closures, a 3-piece hood
with a button tab, a shoulder yoke, two large patch
pockets with flaps, and a two-piece sleeve with a
tightening tab. This will be a coat you reach for year
after year!

www.iampatterns.fr/en

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 IEW
WE REV

THE SLIP KIT FROM SHEEPERS

WHAT IS IT?
The Slip Kit is a DIY kit that makes a traditional
pair of hand-sewn Moccasin mule slippers. The
kit comes in sizes 2-9 (UK) so is perfect for all the
family and makes a great gift as it comes in its own
presentation box!

WHAT’S IN THE KIT?

✖ 2 x leather soles lined with woollen insoles
✖ 2 x leather uppers with pre-cut holes
✖ A aluminium large embroidery needle
✖ Leather trim to hold the sole and
slipper top together
✖ Threads for the Sheepers logo
embroidery and for stitching
✖ Cotton bag to store your slippers in

MY TIPS FOR MAKING

It takes about two to three hours to make which I thought would be upper. This helped the needle and thread go through a lot easier.
plenty of time but hand-stitching leather to the other components The third task was to sew the upper to the sole using the black
is quite tough on the hands, especially fingertips so you cord and sandwich the black leather trim between to hide
might need a break! I would recommend using a the joins. The awl enabled me to re-prick the holes to
thimble to push the needle through the layers. make them larger on the upper and the sole. I think
The process is quite simple. You start by the secret to a neat finish is to keep the thread
creating the Sheepers logo in the woollen taught around the edge.
thread on the upper part of the slipper. I must There is a QR code on the instructions where
admit the wool wasn’t easy to thread on the you can watch the video. I’m a visual learner
needle that came with the kit and the strands so I found this more valuable than reading the
kept splitting and needed trimming. After having instructions. If I could make changes to the kit, I’d
sewn one in the wool, I felt that I might be better off include a bigger eye needle so the threads weren’t so
using an embroidery variegated floss instead which I think difficult to thread and didn’t unravel. I would also include a little
looks a little neater too. extra thread for contingency as there isn’t much to spare if things
The next thing to do was attach the furry trim to the upper part don’t go to plan! But besides these pointers, the kit is loads of fun
of the slipper with the black cord thread. Again, it’s best to use a and you get a funky pair of slippers to cherish!
thimble! I also used a tailor’s awl to make the holes bigger on the

Get your kit from Sheepers - www.sheepers.co.uk/slipkit sheepers

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Fionna Hanna
10Minutes With

www.fionnahanna.com | fionnahanna

You haven't always worked in the creative Who taught you to sew?
industry, what made you change direction? I’m a self-taught sewist. After getting my Biology degree, I needed
About 15 years ago, I was working in clinical a creative outlet so I started quilting. It was a great place to learn
research and I remember getting a pension because you can stick to straight lines. Then when I went back to
statement about how much there would be to retire in 25 years school for textiles, the formal sewing classes and work experience
and it felt like a threat! I thought I had to do something different, expanded my skills.
something creative and in 2010, I quit my job and went back to
school to study textiles. What do enjoy most about the creative process?
Each design starts from a little spark of an idea, whether it's
What was the main catalyst for becoming interested in a problem to solve or a need to put a ruffle on something. Every
designing textiles and children’s garments? time I start a new project it's a little bit of a mess. I’m never quite
I’ve always loved patterns and making things with my own two sure where it's going or if anything is going to come out of it. After
hands. Before having my daughter, I was making things to sell but many iterations, drafts and sometimes scrapping everything and
it just wasn’t sustainable. My wrist was getting more and more starting all over again, there’s a eureka moment where it starts
aggravated and painful. So I switched to designing patterns that to come together and I can say, “Oh ok, I have something here”.
would inspire other people to sew. I think children’s garments are That’s my favourite part. It doesn’t always happen but when it does
so fun to design and kids deserve something as unique as they are! it feels so special.

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What would you say makes Tell us three fun facts about
your patterns stand out? yourself
My approach to sewing ♥ For most of my early
patterns is to give people school years, I went to
modern basics that they can school on a commune.
build a little one’s wardrobe
from just a few sewing ♥ I love running. It keeps
patterns. I hope to inspire me sane. I live in Canada
sewists to make some small so the weather isn’t
projects that are adorable and always cooperative
fun for children to wear. but I do try and run
outside all year round.
Where can sewists buy your
sewing patterns? ♥ I was having trouble
Sewists can find my work falling asleep at night so
and my sewing patterns on I started reading before
my website or through the bed. Now I read almost
stores that carry my patterns. every night and get
There’s a list on my website of through about 50 books
independent fabric stores. a year!

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 RELAXED & ROOMY
This A-line silhouette is an easy to sew pattern and
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Project:
The Shadi Skirt
from Named
Make this simple knit skirt from Named
Clothing. It’s perfect for beginners or those who
want a quick must-make for their wardrobe!
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Sizes:
4-28 (UK)
0-24 (US)
32-56 (EU)

You will need:

✖ 80-165cm main fabric*
✖ 15-30cm Fusible knit interfacing*
✖ 4cm wide elastic (your waist
circumference)
*dependent on fabric width and size

Fabric suggestions:
Stable medium-weight knit fabrics with
40-50% stretch with a good recovery
like Ponte Roma or Rib Knit. Interfacing
should also possess the same amount
of stretch.
The fabric requirement includes a
5% allowance for shrinkage.

Printing your pattern:

Print and assemble your pattern sheet. The pattern sizes
are layered so make sure you select only the layer/pattern
size you want to print as well as the text layer, this should
also always remain active. Use the test square 10cm (3in) to
ensure that the pattern is printed out correctly before using.

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Prewash and iron all fabrics according to their washing instructions before cutting out. Soak interfacing
Cutting fabrics and let them air dry but don’t iron them.
Out & From main fabric: From interfacing
Prep ✖ 2 x front and back pieces ✖ 2 x front and back waistband
✖ 2 x front and back waistline (cut on the fold)

✖ Fold the fabric with the right sides together or if you’re cutting from a single layer of fabric – lay the fabric with the right
side up. Do the same for interfacing with glue sides together or glue side down for a single layer.
✖ Make sure the grainline arrows are parallel to the selvedge or fold.
✖ Transfer all the markings
✖ Cut your interfacing using the same pattern pieces but reduce the seam allowance to 2mm (1/16in) to avoid thick bulky
seams. Fuse the interfacing to the wrong side of the fabric using a pressing cloth in between your iron and the piece.

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Steps to sew:
Seam allowances: 1cm (3⁄8in) seam entirely (A) or on heavier fabrics,
allowance unless otherwise stated. only interface the inner half of the
waistband (B).
Sew all plain seams using an overlocker/
serger unless otherwise specified in the
instructions. If you don’t have an overlocker,
you can instead sew the seams on a sewing
machine using a straight stretch stitch and
finish the seam allowances using a zigzag
stitch.

b. Pin the waistband to the waist,

matching notches and side seams
respectively. Make sure the opening
on the left side seam of the waistband
3. Sew the side seams: Pin the front is closed, and facing out. Sew and
and back together at the side edges, press the waistband up, with the seam
matching notches and right sides allowances towards the skirt.
together. Sew, and press the seam
allowances towards the back.

1. Cut and mark your pieces: Cut

the pieces and mark the notches
as indicated on the patterns. Also,
mark the centre front notches on the
waistband.
4. Sew the waistband:
a. Using a sewing machine, sew the right c. Insert elastic into the waistband
side seam of the waistband from top to through the opening, e.g. using a
bottom. Sew the left side seam slightly safety pin, and make sure the elastic
beyond the notch. Open and press the isn’t twisted. Try the skirt on and cut
seam allowances and press these to the elastic to a suitable length. Sew the
the wrong side at the opening on the elastic’s ends together using the zigzag
2. Interface your waistband: If your left side seam. Press the waistband in stitch of your sewing machine, and
fabric is light, interface the waistband half with the wrong sides together. pull the elastic inside the waistband.

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5. Hem the bottom of the skirt: 6. TIP: You can instead stitch the turn-
Overlock the hemline. Press the hem up using a cover stitch, or with a twin
to the wrong side by 3cm (1 1/8in), pin needle on your sewing machine. If
carefully and stitch using your sewing you wish to do this, don’t overlook the
machine’s stretch stitch. edge.

7. Press the skirt carefully and wear it!

d. Sew the opening closed by hand.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR SLEEVE ST YLES

We look at the different styles of sleeve

SLEEVE LENGTHS

SHORT SLEEVES LONG SLEEVES

CAP SLEEVES ¾-LENGTH SLEEVES
These fall between the (BRACELET) These sit at the wrist
These sit hugging the
elbow and the shoulder These sit just below the elbow
shoulder cap

SLEEVE T YPES

SET-IN SLEEVES GROWN-ON SLEEVES

The in-set sleeve is fitted into the armhole matching Also known as attached or extending sleeves. This
sleeve and armhole notches to create a perfect fit. sleeve type is part of the bodice/pattern piece.

ANGEL BELL BISHOP

This sleeve style flows from the armhole These types of sleeves flare out towards This full-length sleeve opens up wider
and flares out into a wider shape at the the wrist to create a bell shape. They are towards the wrist. The sleeve usually is
wrist. This style is perfect for special also known as trumpet sleeves because of finished with buttons and a cuff or an
occasion dresses with lightweight fabrics. this shape. elastic at the wrist.

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BUT TERFLY
(FLUT TER)

This voluminous sleeve resembles a

butterfly’s wing and is fitted at the shoulder
to expand just beyond the elbow. Also
known as flutter sleeves, these are feminine
and ideal for summer tops and dresses.
CAP
This short-fitted sleeve covers the
shoulders and ends just under the arm.
COLD SHOULDER
Usually, there are separate pattern pieces
but sometimes it can be part of the bodice. This open sleeve became really popular a
few years ago and shows off your shoulders
and part of the top of the arms.

DOLMAN
(BATWING)

Also known as a batwing sleeve, it's cut with

a deeper armhole that sits at the waistline
and is cut as part of the body piece. It can
DROP SHOULDER
be made long or short. As more fabric is
required, dresses and tops with them tend
This sleeve style features an arm pattern FLOUNCE
piece that extends past the shoulder to
to have centre back and front seams. This dramatic sleeve is another ruffle
give an oversized feel to the garment.
sleeve. It’s made from a circular piece of
It’s great for knit garments like T-shirts,
fabric that’s attached to the lower section.
sweaters and dresses and is easy to sew.

JULIET
This traditional sleeve style is puffed at L ANTERN
KIMONO
the top but tapers down to a tighter fit at Fitted at the top, this sleeve goes into a
the bottom. It’s ideal for special occasion Inspired by the traditional Japanese styles – gather below the elbow and is finished with
garments such as wedding dresses or this loose, long and wide sleeve is a perfect a cuff at the wrist. It is usually full-length,
blouses and has buttons decorating the style for blouses, dresses, and robes and is but it can also be sewn shorter or three-
fitted part of the sleeve. accompanied by an oversized armhole. quarter in length.

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OFF-THE-SHOULDER
MUT TON LEG (BARDOT)

This sleeve is more of a historical sleeve This short-fitted sleeve covers the shoulders RUFFLE
type and is named because it looks like a leg and ends just under the arm. Usually, there (FRILL)
of mutton with its fullness at the shoulder are separate pattern pieces but they can These are also called ruffled sleeves. They
and the top of the sleeve that tapers down also be part of the bodice. add volume to the sleeve extension and to
to the wrist.
the shoulder of a garment. The gathered
or ruffled part can be pleated or softly
gathered. The fabric will determine the
amount of gathering you can achieve with
this sleeve.

PETAL
PEASANT SLEEVES (TULIP)

This sleeve is also known as a batwing This sleeve style features an arm pattern
sleeve. It's cut with a deeper armhole that piece that extends past the shoulder to give
reaches down level with the waistline. This an oversized feel to the garment. It’s great
attached sleeve is cut all as one piece with for knit garments like T-shirts, sweaters and
the body and can be made long or short. dresses and is easy to sew. PUFF
As more fabric is required, dresses and tops This short sleeve is gathered into a narrow
with them tend to have centre back and cuff or finished with elastic for comfort.
front seams. These are ideal for dresses and tops.

SLIT
Also called open sleeves. These sleeves use
the same concept in different ways. Part of
RAGL AN the sleeve is open to show the arms of the
SLEEVELESS
This sleeve has a diagonal seam running wearer in a summery casual style. The slit Not every garment requires a sleeve but
from the shoulder into the armhole giving can be subtle or to the top of the shoulder. the armhole will still need a facing or bias
it a distinctive slanted seam line. It is often When made with bright or contrasting tape to neaten the armhole’s raw edge.
seen on T-shirts where the sleeve is made fabrics, this can be a dramatic look. The
from a contrasting colour. slits are vertically down the arms.

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TERMS REL ATING TO SLEEVES

BICEP CAP EASE

This is the widest part, where the armhole This is the difference between the armhole
meets the side seam. measurement and the cap.

CAP HEIGHT
A measurement from the bicep to the centre
of the sleeve cap, which would be where the
shoulder line meets when sewn together.

ELBOW GRAINLINE
The point on the sleeve that’s level with This runs along the centre of the sleeve
the elbow. from the wrist at the bottom up to the top
of the cap.

SLEEVE CAP
The top part of the sleeve that curves from the
front underarm to the back underarm point.

SLEEVE EASE WRIST

This is the extra allowance at the elbow and The part of the sleeve which sits on the
biceps to give extra movement in the arm. wrist of the arm.

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Make a statement with inspo from the pattern makers

Red Ponte Roma from the Kirem Collection from Modelo

www.hantexonline.co.uk/ponte-roma

We loved this knit pattern as soon as we saw it! It has a slightly

relaxed fit with pretty accent pleated sleeves. The pattern also has
lots of lovely options including a triangle yoke, band/cuffs, deeper
crew neckline and one-layer side pockets. The pattern comes in
XXS-4XL (0-30 US).

Noon Pleated Sleeve Top & Tunic

www.sinclairpatterns.com

Suggested fabrics: Light to medium-weight knit fabrics with at

least 30-50% horizontal and vertical stretch.

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Mauve/Peach Abstract Shapes, Soft Cotton Sweatshirting

www.lamazifabrics.com

This top is a beginner-friendly make that can be sewn in both

woven or knit fabric or a combination of the two. With two sleeve
lengths (¾-length and a short sleeve) and two length options
including a cropped hem that sits at the waist, gathering into either
elastic or a waistband, and a loose hem that finishes at the hip.
Wear this pattern as a T-shirt, sweatshirt or blouse, and dress it up
or down. This pattern comes in sizes A-H (6-20 UK).

The Whitcomb Top

www.sewlovepatterns.com

Suggested fabrics: Light to medium-weight woven fabrics such

as cotton, viscose, Tencel, crepe, rayon and bamboo silk

Washed Pure Graphite Grey Linen

www.wildlinens.com

This great pattern is ideal for beginners or those wanting a super

quick make. This mid-hip length top has a simple round neck
with a loop and button closure and is shaped with bust darts. The
sleeves are the show's star on this top and feature a wide frilly
¾-length sleeve. The pattern comes in sizes 4-36.

Effie Woven Top

www.stylearc.com

Suggested fabrics: Light to medium-weight fabric like linen,

rayon, crepe, silk, cotton and cotton lawn

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You will need:

The fabric requirements for the base trouser pattern are subject
to your size but it’s important also to consider any adaptations, You may also require:
variations and parts you draw yourself when determining the final • Interfacing for the waistband and fly-facing
amount of fabric needed for your project. • A button
Fabric suggestions: Medium-weight smooth wool or cotton twill • Invisible zip for a side closure - 30cm (12in) or
for smooth elegance. Go with lightweight linen or crepe for a more regular zip for fly front zip 20cm (8in)
summery vibe.

Make these trousers your own

• The trousers can be altered to your perfect length, including shorts. Use the hip or knee line as a starting point when calculating the
length. Measure yourself first and then adjust the pattern pieces accordingly.
• For a narrower pair of trousers, draw a diagonal line from the hip marking down to the bottom hemline.
• If you choose to use a fly-front zip, you can add pockets to the side seams.

This trouser pattern is just one of the projects that is featured in the book, Sew
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 Cutting Out & Prep
Pre-wash and iron all fabrics according to their washing instructions
before cutting out. Soak interfacing fabrics and let them air dry but
don’t iron them.

From Main fabric

• 2 x trouser front piece
• 2 x trouser back piece
• 2 x trouser waistband
• 1 x fly facing (only if making with the fly front)
• 1 x fly flap (only if making with the fly front)
From interfacing
• 2 x trouser waistband
• 1 x fly facing (only if making with the fly front)
• 1 x fly flap (only if making with the fly front)

Iron the interfacing to the waistband and, if necessary, to the fly

facing. Finish all raw edges by sewing a zigzag or overlock stitch
around the pieces.

Steps to sew:

Seam allowances: 1cm (3⁄8in) seam allowance unless otherwise pattern onto the wrong side of the fabric. Fold the fabric
stated. with right sides together, aligning the two end points of
the dart. Pin along the dart, making sure the pin intersects
the marked line on both sides of the fabric. Position the
pin with its point facing towards the widest part of the
dart. Sew a straight line from the end of the dart down
to the point. Secure the thread at both ends of the dart.

3. Side closure: (Skip this step for a fly front zip) Place the zip
right side down on the left front piece with the edge of the
zip tape aligned with the edge of the fabric. The teeth of the
zip should start 1cm (3⁄8 in) from the top edge to allow for the
facing or waistband. Pin in place. Sew the zip tape to the fabric
using a zigzag stitch, but stop about 1cm (3⁄8 in) before reaching
the bottom of the zip pull. This makes it easier to make the
1. The pleat: Sew the pleats on the front pieces according to zip completely invisible later on. Fold out the zip teeth. Using
the markings on the pattern. The pleats are marked with two a straight stitch, sew along the crease of the zip. The zigzag
parallel lines at the top of the front piece. One line indicates stitch will help keep the zip tape in place as you sew. Stop
where to fold the fabric (fold line), while the other line shows sewing 1cm (3⁄8 in) above the zip pull. Place the other side of
where the folded edge should be placed. Generally, pleats the zip right sides together with the corresponding side of the
should always be folded towards the centre of the garment. garment. Repeat the same stitching process, ensuring to stop
at the same point as the other side for a neat zip placement.
2. The darts: Transfer the marking of the dart from the Close the zip and press well along the zip from both the right
 PROJ EC TS

and wrong sides. Place the zip on the flap right side up, with the zip’s seam
4. Side closure: Place one front piece and one back allowance aligned with the left edge of the flap. Sew the zip
piece right sides together and sew the side seam. onto the flap with a 0.5cm (¼in) seam allowance. Open the
For an invisible zip - sew up to the bottom point of the zip on zip and place the flap, and right sides together on the right
the side with the zip. front piece with the short top edge of the flap aligned with the
top edge of the front piece. Sew with a 0.5 cm (¼ in) seam
For a fly front zip - the side seam should be fully sewn. allowance, on top of the seam made in step 2. Close the zip
Repeat for the other leg and press the seam open. when you have sewn a little over halfway. This will make it
Remember, if you want to add side pockets to the trousers), easier to sew past the zip pull. The zip is now sandwiched
you must sew them in when sewing the side seams. between two fabric pieces.

5. Inner seam: Place the pieces with right sides together again From the right side, press a small fold from the front piece
and sew the inner seam on each leg, then press the seam open. over the zip so it lies a few millimetres from the zip teeth. Use
the zip foot to topstitch along the folded edge. With the left
front piece right side up, place the facing on top, and right
sides together, with the short edge of the facing aligned with
the top edge of the front piece. Sew along the long edge of
the facing with a 1cm (3⁄8in) seam allowance. Press the facing
to the wrong side of the front piece and sew a visible topstitch
about 1-2mm (¹⁄₁₆in) from the fold to keep the facing on the
inside.

6. Fly front zip: (Skip this step if you have sewn an invisible zip
side closure earlier) Sew the fly piece between the two front
pieces. Fold the flap right sides together and sew along the
long side and the curved bottom edge with a 0.5cm (¼in)
seam allowance. Clip into the seam allowance at the curve,
turn the flap right side out and press. Topstitch along the
curved edge. Iron interfacing onto the back of the facing and
sew around the edge with an overlock or zigzag stitch. Place the left front piece on top of the right front piece with
the right sides together. Sew up to where the fly starts. This
Place the flap with the curved edge pointing to the right. will be the crotch seam for trousers. Finish the seam just

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PR O J EC TS

outside where you attached the facing (it can overlap by 1cm in place and press the seam allowance up towards the
(3⁄8in). Place the front piece right side up. Overlap the pieces waistband.
in the opening as the fly will sit when closed (the zip should 11. Turn the waistband to the right side. Topstitch along the folded
be hidden). Pin in place. edge of the waistband from the right side of the trousers.

Turn the garment inside out, pin the loose side of the zip to To create a side closure – As you reach the extension on the back
the facing, and sew it in place with a zipper foot. Make sure piece, fold the bottom edge by the seam allowance towards
you only sew through the facing and not the front piece. the wrong side to conceal the raw edge align the ends of the
From the wrong side, sew the facing to the front piece from waistband, and continue topstitching along the folded edge.
the wrong side using basting stitches about 1cm (3⁄8in) from
the edge of the facing (following the zigzag/overlock stitch 12. To hem the trousers by 1cm (3⁄8in) and then by 3cm (1¼in).
on the facing). Use this as a guide when you topstitch from
the right side. Pin the fly to the right front piece so that you
don’t sew through it when you sew the stitches in the next
step. Turn to the right side and topstitch close to the basting
stitch. Sew slowly around the curve to make it as accurate
and neat as possible. You can also sew an additional parallel
line of topstitching 0.5cm (¼in) inside the first line to make
the fly extra visible (as used on jeans) and remove the basting
stitches.

7. Turn one trouser leg right side out and place it inside the other
trouser leg so that the crotch curves match up. Make sure the
inner seam matches and sew along the crotch curve.

For a fly front zip – Sew to the bottom of the fly.

For an invisible zip – Sew the entire seam, and turn the
trousers inside out and press the curved crotch seam.

8. Waistband: Place the two waistband pieces right sides together,

and sew along the short sides and top edge. Trim the corners
and clip the curve. Turn the waistband right side out and press. You can topstitch or slip-stitch the hem in place.

9. Using the seam allowance press along one side of the waistband 13. Buttonholes: For side closures, place the buttonhole on the
towards the wrong side. This will be the front of the waistband. waistband above the zip on the front piece. The waistband
extension on the back piece should be placed under the
10. Place the back of the waistband with the right side facing the buttonhole for the button.
wrong side of the trousers.
TIP: If you're working with a fly - The buttonhole should be
For a side closure - Pin the waistband to the top edge, starting placed where the fly overlaps when the zip is closed. Make
from the zip on the front piece. The waistband should extend sure to place the buttons to match the buttonhole.
about 4cm (½in) beyond the zip on the back piece.
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the fly flap around to the opposite side. Sew the waistband ěĩĩėʼnùĩŅàĆƅäŅäĢőĩÚÚÁʼnĆĩĢʼnͥ

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about
Coats and trousers to stand out from the crowd!

The loose-fit straight

o
jacket (n 1053) sits at
hip-length and has a front
zipper with an underlap. It's
finished with lots of extras like
topstitched welt pockets, cut-on
fur trim, yoke back and the collar
features a throat latch. A very stylish
coat that will see you through the
colder days to come!

Grasser Patterns
Sizes 42-62 with height options
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Wardrobe By Me
Sizes 26-42
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The Chino Pants have

a relaxed fit and a
straight leg. This simple
and stylish pattern has
slanted deep front
pockets, back welt
pockets and a front
fly with zipper. These
trousers will take you
anywhere, from the
office to an evening out
to running errands on
the weekend.

The Fulford Jeans pattern features

a classic straight-leg jean that has
a regular fit in the thigh. They have
a conservatively high rise that’s
reminiscent of vintage work jeans that
sit just below the waist. Sew these jeans
in hardy denim and expect to wear this
hard-wearing pair for years to come!

Find a UK stockist at www.hantexonline.co.uk/threadtheory

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This Straight Cut Coat has special sleeve detailing where the front of the sleeve is raglan DP Studio
but the sleeve back is set-in. The coat stops above the knee and its straight cut lends it Sizes 44-58
a structured look. It closes with three buttons and has a subtly tailored collar. It looks www.dpstudio-fashion.com/en
fabulous in woollen fabrics.

The Renée Coat has been designed for woven fabrics such as cotton,
The Basil Trousers has a sleek profile which is perfect when oilskin, corduroy, wool and teddy. It features lots of inside and patch
seated or standing. They would be perfect for more formal pockets to store essentials whilst out and about plus a hidden zipper
occasions - just add braces! and flaps to keep you extra cosy when it gets cold.

Muna Patterns Iris May

Sizes XS-XXL Sizes 158-XXXXL (chest 76-128)
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Decades
of style
We discover who were the
designers making the fashion
headlines in British fashion in
the 1970s and 1980s

The Fashion Museum is temporarily closed while it prepares

to move to its new home in the centre of Bath, Somerset
in several years. During this transition period, the Museum
has an exciting array of digital content to keep us up to date
with its collections with 1970s and 1980s Fashion being just
one of them.

We love this knee-length cotton jersey dress with a cream,

black, green and red check and geometric print has long
handkerchief sleeves and capelet. The dress has a button-
Credit - Ossie Clark, 1972
through fastening with a large pointed collar and an Object Number: BATMC 97.22,
attached waist tie at the back. Donated by Mr & Mrs Manning
 Who didn’t covet a Laura Ashley
dress? This dress is in light sage-
green, pale lavender and pink
This long patchwork-effect printed cotton lawn and
dress was made from a features an all-over floral
jacquard material woven fabric design. With a stand-up
between 1905 and 1935 in collar, button-through
beautiful cream, green, red and front opening, circular
yellow cotton machine-made yoke and long full
curtain lace in floral, check. The sleeves with deep two-
geometric designs are pieced button cuff and below-
together as patchwork over the-knee skirt falling from the
an underdress in jade-green yoke, it’s synonymous with
synthetic silk, with a stand- the times!
up collar, sash tie belt in the
same fabric and flounce at
the hem. How pretty are the
long full sleeves with rouleau
cuffs and tie fastenings.

Perfect for the red carpet,

this gold dress is made
from a lightweight woven
synthetic fabric. It features
a high round neckline and
gathers into the waist with a
diamond-shaped feature on
the bodice making the skirt
fabric drape. It wouldn’t be the
1980s without wide shoulder
pads and cap sleeves.

This short sleeveless silk dupion

dress features a knee-length straight
skirt with a short overskirt in black silk
organza. It has a high open shirt collar
neckline, silk-covered buttons at back,
and deep-cut armholes making up
the perfect Little Black Dress that
wouldn’t be out of place today.

Credits - From left to right - Row 1 - 1. Catherine Buckley, about 1970-1979 Object Number: BATMC 2010.122, Given by Jaquie Arcus. 2. Laura Ashley, about
1978-1983 Object Number: BATMC 2000.416, Bequest from the Estate of Janet Arnold, 2000. Row 2 - 1. Bruce Oldfield, about 1980-1989 Object Number:
BATMC 2004.73, Given by Richard Lester, 2004. 2. AnnaBelinda, about 1987 Object Number: BATMC 2001.391&A, Given by Barbara Hill, 2001
 This cream synthetic crepe on-the-knee dress features a surface
print of red/black flower print by Celia Birtwell. The dress has long
sleeves, a v-neck with seven fabric-covered buttons and loops on
the bodice central panel, waist and neck opening of cream crepe
with print panels on either side and fastens with a zip at the back.

This blue and brown striped tweed skirt has a wide tie-fastening
waistband and checked tweed waistcoat. Worn with a blue
moleskin jacket and trousers with grey elasticated ankles, blue
collarless shirt and brown striped shawl. Large round patch
pockets feature on the skirt, jacket, waistcoat and shirt.

This long patterned velvet dress in cinnamon-brown, pale blue,

black and cream printed cotton velvet and cream silk organza
has a plunging square-cut neckline, pinafore-style curved cap
sleeves over long above-the-wrist puffed sleeves with elasticated
cuffs, and has a stunning full flared skirt. that’s decorated cream
machine-made lace.

Credits from left to right - Row 1 - 1. Ossie Clark, about 1970-1972 Object Number: BATMC 2016.535, Given by Ruzi Buchanan 2. Wendy Dagworthy, A/W 1982 Object Number: BATMC
2003.506, Donated by Wendy Dagworthy. Row 2 - 1. Gina Fratini, about 1970-1975 Object Number: BATMC 2005.2, Given by Richard Lester in 2005

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Roll out the red carpet for this beautiful bright red woven silk This embroidered jacket and evening dress ensemble in bubblegum-
evening dress. The strapless bodice. long double skirt and draped pink wool and buttercup yellow silk jersey features a high square
panel add to its glamorous look. This dress is also decorated with neckline, square-cut yoke, long puffed sleeves and one-button
broad panel black silk mix velvet and a large bow centre front. cuff. The jacket is decorated with yellow machine embroidery in
a large single-flower design and green and white chevron-striped
bound edging. Shown here worn with a long evening dress in
yellow silk jersey.
Credits from left to right - Row 1 - 1. Bellville Sassoon, 1974 Object Number: BATMC 2001.243toB, Given by Victoria Proes in 2001. 2. The Emanuels, about 1985-1989 Object Number:
BATMC 2011.138, Given by Richard Lester

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& A.S.R. (Accurate Stitch Regulator)
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with A.S.R. (Accurate Stitch Regulator)

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