Tank tops, also called vests and singlets, are sleeveless tops normally made from stretchy knit fabric. They can be tight or relaxed fitting. Today, I’ve rounded up the best on offer for women, men, and kids, including 24 free ones! If you’re looking for patterns with thinner straps, check out our list of camisole patterns. … Read more
Camisoles are sleeveless tops with thinner straps than tank/vest tops. You can find silky versions made from woven fabrics and figure-hugging ones made from stretchy knit fabrics. Today, I’ve rounded up the best cami top patterns on offer for women including 9 FREE ones! If you want a pattern for similar-looking tops with wider straps, … Read more
Here are the most stylish sewing patterns I’ve found for women’s pants. This list includes paper patterns, free pdf patterns to print at home, and plus sizes. I’ve pulled together useful information about each pattern like sizing, fabric requirements, and whether they’re beginner-friendly. Here are the main pant styles I’ve covered (in order): ‘Pull-on’ pants … Read more
Hoodies are jackets made from thick, stretchy knit fabrics. They’re characterized by the hood that’s attached to the neckline. Some are pull-on styles and others have partial or full front zippers. Many of them include the classic “kangaroo” pocket on the front, but there are also different pocket styles. Today I’ve rounded up the best … Read more
Wrap dresses are a good introduction to sewing dresses as they’re easy to fit and have no tricky closures. I cherry-picked 36 of the best sewing patterns for wrap dresses in different styles. I even found 11 FREE PDF patterns! In this post, I’ll walk you through essential details like sizing, design details, recommended fabric, … Read more
Jumpsuits, rompers, and playsuits are one-piece garments with a joined top and pants (trousers). They come in multiple styles and lengths. Today I’ve rounded up the best on offer for women, including 11 FREE ones! We’ll cover lots of different styles including wide legs, wrap styles, and jumpsuits made from knit fabric. I’ll give you … Read more
Sewing for the dogs in your life can be super fun! I looked all over the Internet and found 30 great sewing patterns for clothes and accessories for dogs of all shapes and sizes. There are even 11 free downloads included! In this article, I’ll cover all sorts of garments from t-shirts and jackets to … Read more
Here are the best sewing patterns for women’s shorts that I’ve found on the internet, including 8 free PDF downloads! In this article I’ll give you all the essential information about these patterns; their size range, design features, recommended fabrics, pattern format, and whether they’re suitable for beginners. Here’s a list of the pattern styles … Read more
Overalls (aka. dungarees) are one-piece garments with trousers, pockets, a bib, and shoulder straps. They were originally used as protective garments, but today fashion brands have turned them into casual streetwear. Boiler suits (aka. coveralls) are similar-looking utility garments, but they offer full body protection. They’re normally a one-piece garment with long sleeves, trousers, a … Read more
The kimono is a traditional Japanese garment. It has a wrap-front, square sleeves, a rectangle body, and a lining. A wide sash (“obi”) is wrapped around the waist. Single-layered, unlined versions are called “yukata” and are considered casual or summer wear. In the west, the term “kimono” refers to a loose overgarment with wide rectangle … Read more