Dutch wax prints, also known as ankara or African wax prints, are eye-catching and versatile fabrics. Authentic wax prints are woven from 100 percent cotton and dyed using a method…
Butterick 5930 is a vintage-inspired, feminine dress with several style options. All views include a fitted, fully lined bodice with a seam at the natural waist, mock crossover front, detachable…
Atacac: Shareware No. 17 /-shirt is a one-piece pattern for a top with an asymmetrical V-neckline and angled front seam, Y-shaped back seam, and sleeves that wrap from the back panel…
Vintage kimono embroidery gets a second life when appliquéd to a contemporary ready-to-wear denim jacket. Designer and sewer June Colburn explains the main requirement for using this technique is to choose…
The Jamie Christina Abbey Coat has two options: One ends at the hip with a curved hem, and the other ends at the mid-thigh with a flounce hem. We selected…
This garment was inspired by a Chanel coat from the Spring 2017 couture collection. We adapted Vogue 9157 to incorporate a pair of diagonal pleats at the center-front waist, and…
A tunic and pants strike a contemporary yet comfortable note. The Vogue 9305 ensemble pattern is rated easy to sew and can be flattering to any figure type. A bold…
This 360-degree view shows the short jacket closes at center front with hooks and eyes, and the semifitted dress has a dropped waist and a skirt with knife pleats at…
We made the pants without the overlay and the blouse with a diagonal front slit detail. If you choose a knit, it should have stability to support the front slit…
Flat lace appliqué laid out in a geometric design complements the handkerchief hem of this Vogue 8894 dress pattern. This bold use of lace adds a pleasing contrast to an…
