This pie carrier bag is a simple and quick project which will give you the perfect way to carry tasty treats to a picnic!
Will fit 15″x9″ rectangle dish, a 10″ square dish, a 10″ pie dish, a 10″ wide salad bowl with decently high sides, and a 10″ wide casserole dish with a lid (overall height of 6″)
It’s almost that time of the year! That time of the year where I think I should be a bit more selfless and sew more handmade gifts! Here’s a roundup of free sewing patterns which would make great gifts!
The weather is kind of warming up here (with a few diversions along the way), so what better time to have a roundup of spring-appropriate patterns from NZ designers?
The Farris Jumpsuit & Playsuit is part of JLH’s Quincy+Mayberry mix’n’match sewing pattern set.
Switch out tops and bottoms between the three patterns in the range to create an almost endless mix of perfect dresses, jumpsuits and playsuits (rompers) to match your own taste and wardrobe needs.
A playful every-day knit dress pattern, designed to suit a variety of knit fabrics for all seasons, the skirt has subtle paneling to allow for maximised fabric yield.
from Paper Theory Patterns (previously of Dunedin)
A modern, oversized t-shirt, designed to look relaxed and feel easy to wear in a woven fabric.
The body is much wider than a regular t-shirt and the sleeves are longer than normal, sitting just above the elbow, with the angular square armholes being its hallmark feature. The neckline has a hidden binding to complement its minimalist design and the hem turn ups are extra deep to emphasise its boxy silhouette.
Everyone has different needs with their sleepwear! Some folks like knits, some folks love a classic piped PJ, some folks want a nightgown (if this is you, I feel like you’re in the minority because no patterns turned up, sorry).
Sleepwear is a constant need throughout the year, but I inevitably think more about it as we get closer to Christmas (maybe because I always feel like you should have new and extra-presentable sleepwear for Christmas Day?)!
Available in the standard M&B range of 102-162cm bust and 105-182cm hip, these patterns bring ‘classic sleepwear’ and add comfort and functionality for plus-size bodies.
The aptly named Free Pyjamas Pattern from The Assembly Line is available from 80-138cm bust and 91-139cm hip
The Lucy Robe from Make by TFS is available from 79.5-149.5cm bust and 89.5-159.5cm hip and TFS will grade to your size if you fall outside of their size range.
The free Loungewear Set from Peppermint Sewing Magazine is available from 78-123cm bust and 87-132cm hip and can be downloaded in return for your email address on their website.
Of course, I’ve got shirts on the mind since I’ve been making a lot of Tarawi Shirts recently! But, I also wanted to round out the 3rd part in my ‘blogs with shirt patterns’ series.
Available from 91-168cm bust and 105-182cm hip, this pattern comes with 4 cup-sizes, 2 views, narrow and regular bicep options, and narrow and regular neck options!
Available from 84-137cm bust and 89-147cm hip, this sleeveless shirt has a stand collar and bias-finished armholes.
The Kalle Shirt from Closet Core Patterns is available from 79-117cm bust and 84-122cm hip in their 0-20 size range and 107-152.5cm bust and 114-160cm in their 14-32 size range (patterns must be purchased separately)
There are 3 views which have different lengths and collars and you can also purchase a pattern expansion to add long sleeves to the pattern.
Still on the hunt for the perfect shirt? This is part 2 of my shirt roundup (see part 1 here)!
The Indie Sewing World loves shirts- there’s just so many great patterns out there. Making a shirt is a great way to tackle new skills, and buttonholes eventually become not as scary as they once were.
Stitchbird has a small selection of Nani Iro which would make lovely shirts.
I might come back with part 3 of my shirt roundup, but I’m not sure yet if I’ve got an inspiring enough list! Do you have a favourite shirt which hasn’t been included? Let me know in the comments!
I’ve been thinking shirts, and perhaps you have been too? They can keep you cosy in the winter chill, but they can also keep the sun off in summer. Basically, shirts are a great year-round project!
I started this round-up of shirts, and I quickly realised that I knew way more shirts than would fit into just one blog post, so here’s the first post in the series of ‘lots of PDF shirt sewing patterns’!
If you scroll down to the bottom I’m included a list of free shirt sewing patterns!
The Augusta is fitted through the shoulders, and comes with shirt and dress lengths. The asymmetrical collar is joined by two sleeve options that are interchangeable between the dress and top versions.
A great option for a shirt where you get to skip the buttonholes!
The Meadowood top is the latest pattern from Straight Stitch Design, and is available up to a 59.5″ bust and 60″ hip
You get to skip the collar with the Meadowood, which makes for a speedier project!
This unisex pattern which has plenty of wearing ease, View A features a button up placket, and View B a classic shirt placket.
Designed to be worn by folks of any gender, this shirt goes up to a 138cm (54.5″) hip
Fabric for shirts?
In NZ, there’s lots of great local options for shirt fabrics! – Check out TFS’s list of shirting appropriate fabrics, which includes cozy brushed cotton! – Drapers Fabrics always has a variety of shirt-appropriate fabrics (and plenty of remnant bargains) – The Fine Cloth Company has a great array of coloured linens which make great shirts! – For Fabrics Sake has a small selection of woven fabrics including linen and double gauze. – Shop buttons at Hawes and Freer if you’re hunting for eco/sustainable buttons. Or, check out Trademe!
If you’re interested in sewing some activewear (or active-looking loungewear), then this is the roundup for you! I’ve rounded up some pattern options and places in NZ and Aus that you can buy activewear fabrics!
If I’ve missed a favourite pattern of yours, leave a comment! If you’re ready to get printing, email your files to hello@chchsews.com!
Leggings
Loxton Leggings from Muna and Broad, 105-182cm (41.5-71.5″) hip
Avery Leggings from Helen’s Closet, 84-157cm (33-62″) hip
Peg Legs from P4Pirates (Free Pattern), 86-162cm (34-64″) hip
Tino (pictured above) from Seamwork, 86-147cm (34-58″) hip
Monica Pants from StyleArc, 83-154cm (32.6-61″) hip
This classic double-breasted peacoat works both buttoned and open.
With an optional hood, and options for pockets and pocket flaps, this would make a cosy winter option!
Grainline Studios
Both the Thayer Jacket and Cortland Trench are available in both Grainline’s standard sizing and extended sizing which goes up to a 142.2cm (56″) bust and 149.8cm (59″) hip
Friday Pattern Co
Both the Ilford Jacket and Heather Blazer are available in FPC’s extended sizing, which goes up to a 152cm (60”) chest