Sewing patterns
The A-Line Dress
£16.00
This stunning A-line dress creates a classically flattering silhouette with zip at the back. Featuring a fitted bodice, loose sleeves and sophisticated V-neckline, this garment will add timeless elegance to any wardrobe. Optional inner pockets and short/long skirt variations included. Cover image in long skirt version
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate / confident beginner
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics - wovens, chambray, crepes, silk, viscose & cottons.
Supplies Needed
What's included
- Pattern printed on high quality pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- All of this encased in a big beautiful re-closable envelope!
Don't want to wait for the postman? The A-Line Dress is available in a digital version.
Sew-A-Long
Join our Sew-A-Long on our blog starting 13th May and make this gorgeous dress with us!
The A-Line Dress - Digital
£9.50
Fallen in love with The A-Line Dress and want it right now? Digital patterns are perfect for you!
Digital patterns are PDF files that you receive instantly (by email) after purchasing. Simply print, construct and you are ready to sew. We'll show you how to do it!
The A-Line Dress
This stunning A-line dress creates a classically flattering silhouette with zip at the back. Featuring a fitted bodice, loose sleeves and sophisticated V-neckline, this garment will add timeless elegance to any wardrobe. Optional inner pockets and short/long skirt variations included. Cover image in long skirt version
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate / confident beginner
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics - wovens, chambray, crepes, silk, viscose & cottons.
Supplies Needed
Fabric, thread, 56cm/22in invisible zipper
DIGITAL PATTERN - As soon as you purchase the digital pattern, you will immediately receive two emails - one an order confirmation and another with a link to download the PDF files of the pattern and instructions. These can be printed on either A4 or the equivalent size.
Pop along to our helpful guide on digital patterns - how to put them together and FAQ's here. You will need Adobe Reader to print the pattern to the correct scale. Download Adobe Reader for free.
Alternatively, order your own gorgeous printed pattern instead.
Sew-A-Long
Join our Sew-A-Long on our blog starting 13th May and make this gorgeous dress with us!
The Day Dress
£16.50
With a fitted bodice, gathered skirt and inner pockets, The Day Dress will be one of the prettiest dresses in your wardrobe.
With three ways of making the front bodice, your options are endless. All views have an invisible zip at the back. Have fun making this pattern out of a variety of fabrics.
View A has a seam at the centre front.
View B has buttons at the centre front.
View C has no seam at the centre front.
Our comprehensive instruction booklet will guide you through every step of making this pretty dress.
Skill level - Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics are perfect for this pretty dress. Not suitable for stripes, diagonals or plaids. Always allow extra fabric to match one way designs.
Supplies
- View A & C - Fabric, thread, 56cm/22" invisible zipper, 1m elastic (6mm wide).
- View B - Fabric, thread, 56cm/22" invisible zipper, 1m elastic (6mm wide), x6 1.5cm buttons, buttonhole presser foot, 0.50m iron on interfacing.
What's included in our printed patterns
- Pattern printed on high quality pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- All of this is encased in a big, beautiful re-closeable envelope!
Don't want to wait for the postman? The Day Dress is available in a digital version.
Online tutorial & support
Enjoy our extensive tutorials. We'll show you tips and tricks and you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
The Day Dress Tutorial - https://theavidseamstress.com/portfolio/the-day-dress/
The Day Dress - Digital
£9.50
Fallen in love with The Day Dress and want it right now? Digital patterns are perfect for you! Digital patterns are PDF files that you receive instantly (by email) after purchasing. Simply print, construct and you are ready to sew. We'll show you how to do it!
The Day Dress
With a fitted bodice, gathered skirt and optional inner pockets, The Day Dress will be the prettiest dress in your wardrobe.
With three ways of making the front bodice, your options are endless. Have fun making this pattern out of a variety of fabrics.
All views have an invisible zip at the back (we've got a brilliant invisible zip tutorial in our instructions)
View A has a seam at the centre front.
View B has buttons at the centre front.
View C has no seam at the centre front.
Skill level - Intermediate / confident beginner
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics are perfect for this pretty dress. Not suitable for stripes, diagonals or plaids. Always allow extra fabric to match one way designs.
Supplies needed
- View A & C - Fabric, thread, 56cm/22" invisible zipper, 1m elastic (6mm wide).
- View B - Fabric, thread, 56cm/22" invisible zipper, 1m elastic (6mm wide), x6 1.5cm buttons, buttonhole presser foot, 0.50m iron on interfacing.
DIGITAL PATTERN - As soon as you purchase the digital pattern, you will immediately receive two emails - one an order confirmation and another with a link to download the PDF files of the pattern and instructions. These can be printed on either A4 or the equivalent size.
Pop along to our helpful guide on digital patterns - how to put them together and FAQ's here. You will need Adobe Reader to print the pattern to the correct scale. Download Adobe Reader for free.
Alternatively, order your own gorgeous printed pattern instead.
Online tutorial & support
See how we've made this dress - The Day Dress Tutorial. We'll show you tips and tricks - you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
Reviews - what our customers are saying
Sandra - Does just what it says on the package - the ultimate easy day dress with a flattering fit straight out of the package
Aileen - High quality product, lots of helpful hints and tips with additional online support
Camilla - A great addition to my collection of patterns - I've already made 3 on the trot! Great, clear instructions and diagrams. A very wearable wardrobe staple. I added a couple of inches to the skirt length, just personal preference.
The Raglan Dress / Top - ADULT
£16.00
The Raglan is a simple, modern dress / top cut in an A-line silhouette with a facing and invisible zip at the back neck. With optional inner / outer pockets and short / long sleeves, this pattern is as versatile as you are. An elegant and playful fit, the Raglan beautifully sways with every step!
Pattern sizes
UK 6 - UK 22
Suggested Fabrics
Supplies Needed
DRESS - Fabric, thread, 55cm/22in invisible zipper.
What's included
- Pattern printed on high quality pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- All of this encased in a big, beautiful re-closable envelope
Don't want to wait for the postman? The Raglan Adult is available in a digital version.
Online tutorial & support
Enjoy our extensive tutorials. We'll show you tips and tricks and you will be a sewing goddess in no time! www.theavidseamstress.com.
The Raglan Dress / Top Adult - Digital
£9.50
Fallen in love with The Raglan Dress/Top - Adult and want it right now? Digital patterns are perfect for you! Digital patterns are PDF files that you receive instantly (by email) after purchasing. Simply print, construct and you are ready to sew. We'll show you how to do it!
The Raglan Adult
The Raglan is a simple, modern dress / top cut in an A-line silhouette with a facing and invisible zip at the back neck. With optional inner / outer pockets and short / long sleeves, this pattern is as versatile as you are. An elegant and playful fit, the Raglan beautifully sways with every step!
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate / confident beginner
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics - wovens, chambray, crepes, silk, viscose & cottons. Front cover fabric - Bio Linen in Anthracite from Dragonfly Fabrics - www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk
Supplies Needed
TOP - Fabric, thread, 35cm/14in invisible zipper.
DRESS - Fabric, thread, 55cm/22in invisible zipper.
DIGITAL PATTERN - As soon as you purchase the digital pattern, you will immediately receive two emails - one an order confirmation and another with a link to download the PDF files of the pattern and instructions. These can be printed on either A4 or the equivalent size.
Pop along to our helpful guide on digital patterns - how to put them together and FAQ's here. You will need Adobe Reader to print the pattern to the correct scale. Download Adobe Reader for free.
Alternatively, order your own gorgeous printed pattern instead.
Online tutorial & support
See how we've made this dress - The Raglan Tutorial. We'll show you tips and tricks - you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
The Sheath Dress
£16.00
The Sheath Dress is a gorgeously draped garment with a flattering round neckline, elasticated waist and an invisible zip at the back. Your options are endless; make this dress with short or mid length sleeves, with inner pockets or without.
New to sewing? No worries! With minimal pieces to cut out and the option to create a looser fit without the elastic waist, this is a dress you’ll love to wear year-round.
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics are perfect for this pretty dress. Not suitable for stripes, diagonals or plaids. Always allow extra fabric to match one way designs.
Supplies Needed
Fabric (at least 128cm wide), thread, 40cm/16" invisible zip, 1 metre elastic (max 25mm wide).
What's included
- Pattern printed on high quality pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- All of this is encased in a big, beautiful re-closeable envelope!
Don't want to wait for the postman? The Sheath Dress is available in a digital version.
Online tutorial & support
Enjoy our extensive tutorials. We'll show you tips and tricks and you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
The Sheath Dress tutorial - https://theavidseamstress.com/portfolio/the-sheath-dress/
The Sheath Dress - Digital
£9.50
Fallen in love with The Sheath Dress and want it right now? Digital patterns are perfect for you! Digital patterns are PDF files that you receive instantly (by email) after purchasing. Simply print, construct and you are ready to sew. We'll show you how to do it!
The Sheath Dress
The Sheath Dress is a gorgeously draped garment with a flattering round neckline, elasticated waist and an invisible zip at the back. Your options are endless; make this dress with short or mid length sleeves, with inner pockets or without.
New to sewing? No worries! With minimal pieces to cut out and the option to create a looser fit without the elastic waist, this is a dress you’ll love to wear year-round.
Pattern sizes - UK 8 - UK 18
Skill level - Beginner / Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics are perfect for this pretty dress.
Supplies Needed
Fabric, thread, light weight fabric 20cm/8" invisible zipper / heavy weight fabric 40cm/16" invisible zipper. For elasticated waist 1 metre elastic (max 25mm wide)
DIGITAL PATTERN - As soon as you purchase the digital pattern, you will immediately receive two emails - one an order confirmation and another with a link to download the PDF files of the pattern and instructions. These can be printed on either A4 or the equivalent size.
Pop along to our helpful guide on digital patterns - how to put them together and FAQ's here. You will need Adobe Reader to print the pattern to the correct scale. Download Adobe Reader for free.
Alternatively, order your own gorgeous printed pattern instead.
Online tutorial & support
See how we've made this dress - The Sheath Dress Tutorial. We'll show you tips and tricks - you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
The City Trousers
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Suggested Fabrics
This pattern works well in most light weight to medium weight fabrics. For a Spring/Summer dress use a thin cotton and for Autumn/Winter a medium weight fabric is ideal. You could use a slight stretch fabric on these trousers.
Supplies Needed
View A - Fabric, thread, hand needle, 10cm narrow satin ribbon, button (1-2cm)
View B - Fabric, thread, 20cm/8" invisible zipper (ensure your sewing machine has a zipper foot)
What's included
- Pattern printed on high quality white pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- Information on The Avid Seamstress
Online tutorial & support
Enjoy our extensive tutorials. We'll show you tips and tricks and you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
The City Trousers Tutorial - https://theavidseamstress.com/portfolio/the-city-trousers/
The Gathered Dress - Ages 3-8 years
£13.50
The Gathered Dress is a gorgeous girls dress for ages 3-8 years. A T-shaped dress with the sleeves formed as part of the front/back which makes it really fun and easy to sew. The front has a cute oversized pocket and the back has a gathered section at the waist.
View A has a button close at the back neck.
View B has an invisible zip close at the back neck.
Pattern sizes
Ages 3 - 8 years old
Suggested Fabrics
This pattern works well in most light weight to medium weight fabrics. For a Spring/Summer dress use a thin cotton and for Autumn/Winter a medium weight fabric is ideal.
Supplies Needed
View A - Fabric, thread, hand needle, 10cm narrow satin ribbon, button (1-2cm)
View B - Fabric, thread, 22cm/8" invisible zipper (ensure your sewing machine has a zipper foot)
What's included
- Pattern printed on high quality white pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- Information on The Avid Seamstress
Online tutorial & support
Enjoy our extensive tutorials. We'll show you tips and tricks and you will be a sewing goddess in no time! www.theavidseamstress.com
The Raglan Dress - Ages 3-8 years
£13.50
The Raglan is a gorgeous girls dress with easy to set in raglan sleeves. The dress has an A-line shape with cute oversized pockets on the sides for the little girl in your life to stash her treasures.
View A has a button close at the back neck. View A can be made short or long sleeved.
View B has an invisible zip close at the back neck. View B can be made short or long sleeved.
Pattern sizes
Ages 3 - 8 years old
Suggested Fabrics
This pattern works well in most light weight to medium weight fabrics. For a Spring/Summer dress use a thin cotton and for Autumn/Winter a medium weight fabric is ideal.
Supplies Needed
View A - Fabric, thread, hand needle, 10cm narrow satin ribbon, button (1-2cm)
View B - Fabric, thread, 22cm/8" invisible zipper (ensure your sewing machine has a zipper foot)
What's included
- Pattern printed on high quality white pattern paper
- Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
- Guide on taking your measurements
- Fabric and Sewing basics help card
- Sewing Terms Demystified card
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- Information on The Avid Seamstress
Online tutorial & support
Enjoy our extensive tutorials. We'll show you tips and tricks and you will be a sewing goddess in no time!
The Raglan Tutorial - https://theavidseamstress.com/portfolio/the-raglan-dress/