Making your own panties is a great way to use up fabric scraps. They’re the perfect introduction to working with stretchy knit fabrics, and are usually suitable for beginners. I found 27 great sewing patterns for all sorts of underwear styles, including bikinis, thongs, hipsters, shorts, and more. 9 of them are free! In this … 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
A tunic is a simple slip-on garment. The length is usually between the hip and knees. It can have sleeves or be sleeveless. Today I’m sharing 35 of the best tunic patterns I found, including 8 free options! We also have pattern recommendations for free tops in general, easy tops, camisoles, and tank top vests. … Read more
Today we’re sharing 33 great poncho and shawl sewing patterns for women, men, and children, including 20 freebies! We’re covering everything you need to know, from sizing to how suitable each pattern is for beginners. You can also check out our detailed pattern roundup on 22 cape and cloak patterns, and project ideas for wool … Read more
Neckties and bow ties make the perfect gift for Christmas, Father’s day and birthdays, and it’s even better when you make them yourself. Today we’re sharing 19 stylish sewing patterns with you, including 10 free options. Read on to find all the important details like sizing, design details, fabric recommendations, pattern formats, and how suitable … Read more
If you’ve ever wanted to make your own socks but you don’t knit, you’re in luck! Today we’re sharing 22 great sewing patterns for socks, including 7 free options. You’ll find a wide variety of sock styles and all the information you need about each like sizing, design details, required fabric, pattern format, and whether … Read more
Today we’re sharing 31 of the best sewing patterns for wide leg palazzo pants and culottes, including 8 free options! You’ll find everything from everyday jeans and lounge pants, to office-appropriate trousers and unique designs. We cover all the details you need like sizing, design details, fabric recommendations, pattern formats, and how suitable each pattern … Read more
We sifted through shift dress sewing patterns and rounded up 18 of the best, including 5 freebies! A shift dress is a simple, loose-fitting dress with a straight silhouette. It normally has a round or boat neckline and bust darts. You can find sleeveless and sleeved versions. Shift dresses are sometimes confused with ‘sheath dresses’ … Read more
Today we’re sharing 34 of the best maternity sewing patterns, including tops, dresses, jumpsuits, underwear, and outerwear, so you can create a complete maternity wardrobe for yourself or a loved one. We covered all the important information you need, such as sizing, design details, fabric recommendations, pattern formats, and skill levels required. We also have … Read more
We found 76 crop top sewing patterns and handpicked the best 33. We’ve included lots of free PDF options (10!) and different styles from basic cropped tees to unique ones. We rated each pattern based on how beginner-friendly it was, gave tips for suitable fabrics, and shared important sizing and design info. For similar patterns, … Read more