Acton dress
GARMENT DETAILS
The Acton dress is a versatile dress with two bodice options and two skirt options (that are interchangeable), designed for woven fabrics. The bodice is lined, features princess panels for a lovely fit around the bust, and is fastened with an invisible zip.
The Acton dress is beautifully designed and carefully drafted to include many interesting details, to make this a very enjoyable sew for confident sewers.
View A features a fitted bodice with a low back and thin shoulder straps. The skirt is A-line, and includes (optional) in-seam pockets in the side seams.
View B features a fitted bodice with racer-back and thin shoulder straps. The skirt is a wrap that can be tied in a number of ways to achieve different silhouettes.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 3 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, which means you should be confident using sewing patterns and can handle basic pattern alterations to achieve a good fit.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
achieving a great fit
working with tricky fabrics
sewing princess seams
inserting an invisible zip
lining a garment
Acton Dress sleeve expansion
GARMENT DETAILS
This is a pattern expansion. The original Acton dress pattern is required to make this dress.
The Acton dress expansion adds two sleeve options which enhance the versatility of the original Acton dress pattern. A new bodice designed for sleeves is provided, which may be mixed and matched with either skirt option from the original Acton dress pattern.
The Acton dress, designed for woven fabrics, has a lined bodice (with self, contrasting or lining fabric) and a V-neck front. It features princess panels for a lovely fit around the bust, and is fastened with an invisible zip. It is the perfect dress to take you from day to evening.
View A has a slightly flared, elbow length sleeve, while View B has a three quarter length gathered sleeve with cuff.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 3.5 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, which means you are confident using sewing patterns and know some pattern alterations to achieve a better fit.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
sewing princess seams
adjusting princess seams to achieve a good fit
lining a bodice
sewing an invisible zip
setting in sleeves
Collins Top
GARMENT DETAILS
The Collins top is a loose-fitting trapeze-shaped top designed for woven fabrics. It is A-line in shape, perfect for hot summer days. It features a round neck, panel lines, a high-low hem and a centre-back opening, with a button and loop closure. Due to its length, the Collins top is the perfect top to pair with skirts or trousers that sit on or above the natural waist.
View A includes a three-piece raglan sleeve designed with extra volume, which creates a fun and interesting shape. The neckline is finished with bias binding.
View B is sleeveless and the neckline and armholes are finished with an all-in-one facing for a really clean and professional finish.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 1.5 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, and was designed with beginners in mind. If you have mastered straight and curved seams, you’re ready to take on this pattern. Through careful drafting and interesting techniques, this pattern will give you that confidence boost you have been looking for.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
sewing straight seams
sewing curved seams
piecing panels together
achieving a beautiful finish
working with bias binding (view A only)
finishing a garment with an all-in-one facing (view B only)
Darlow pants
GARMENT DETAILS
The Darlow pants are a cropped, tapered pant full of interesting panel lines and details. They have been designed to give a new spin to the basic pant and can be worn as an easy and casual option or dressed up for a nice evening option.
The pants sit on the natural waist and feature a fly front with zip closure, shaped waistband, in-seam pockets, back pockets and hem facings. The Darlow pants are designed to be quite fitted through the waist and hip, before more volume is added through the leg, for an interesting shape.
View A has slightly more volume through the leg than View B, and features patch pockets, while View B has back welt pockets. Both comprise a number of interesting shaped panel lines that encourage a unique shape and an interesting experience. Some of the photographs have the panel lines drawn on, so that you can get a better idea of how the panel lines work on the body.
The Darlow pants are beautifully designed and carefully drafted to include many interesting details, to make this a very enjoyable sew for confident sewers. The pattern comes with fully illustrated instructions to hold your hand every step of the way which can be printed at home, or simply viewed on a computer or tablet.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 3 (out of 5) on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, which means you should be confident using sewing patterns and can handle basic pattern alterations to achieve a good fit.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
fitting pants
sewing a fly front
sewing pockets (patch or welt - depending on the style you choose to make)
piecing panels together
working with curved seams
attaching a waistband
Flynn Jacket
GARMENT DETAILS
The Flynn jacket is a loose-fitting jacket designed for woven fabrics. With two different styles, it is the perfect layering piece for autumn and winter.
Flynn features a wrap around collar, a high-low hem and in-seam pockets. All seams are finished with bias binding, for a beautiful and high-end finish. The Flynn jacket can be worn open, or closed discreetly with a hook and eye.
View A has a dropped shoulder and sleeve with a hem facing. It also features an inverted box-pleat in the back. The sleeves on View A are designed to be worn either straight or folded back, for a more casual look.
View B is sleeveless and features armhole facings and a flat back piece (no pleat). It has been designed to be worn over long sleeve tops and dresses. It works equally well worn over sleeveless tops and t-shirts. View B has a closer fit to View A, due to its sleeveless design and flat back piece.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 2 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, and was designed for advanced beginners who are ready for new challenges. Through careful drafting and beautiful finishing techniques, this pattern will have you feeling very proud of both the inside and outside of your new handmade jacket. It is a great entry level jacket as it does not require lining, and due to its oversized silhouette, it is easy to achieve a good fit.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
sewing curved seams
sewing pockets
setting in sleeves
bias bound seams
HOVE JACKET
GARMENT DETAILS
The Hove jacket is a loose-fitting hooded jacket designed for woven fabrics, with a sportswear vibe. With two different styles, it is the perfect layering piece.
It features a fully lined hood, open-ended zip closure (or double-ended zip if you'd prefer), high-low hem, in-seam pockets and pleated back detail.
All seams are finished with bias binding or Hong Kong binding, for a beautiful and high-end finish.
View A has a dropped shoulder and sleeve with a hem facing. The sleeves on View A are designed to be worn either straight or folded back, for a more casual look.
View B is sleeveless (creating the look of a dolman sleeve) and is designed to be layered over long-sleeved tops and dresses. The armhole on View A is finished with a facing for a beautiful and clean finish - in line with the rest of the jacket.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 3 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, and has been designed for intermediate makers. Through careful drafting and beautiful finishing techniques, this pattern will have you feeling very proud of both the inside and outside of your new handmade jacket.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in: sewing curved seams, sewing pockets, setting in sleeves, sewing a zip and bias bound seams.
sewing curved seams
sewing pockets
setting in sleeves
sewing a zip
bias bound seams
Rushcutter dress
GARMENT DETAILS
The Rushcutter is an oversized knee-length, A-line dress, designed for woven fabrics, available in two different styles.
The Rushcutter is beautifully designed and carefully drafted to include many interesting details, to make this a very enjoyable sew for sewers at a range of different levels.
View A features three-quarter length raglan sleeves, large side pockets, invisible zip, bound neckline and a wide hem facing.
View B is a sleeveless version, with back button closure. It features in-seam pockets, with a neckline and armholes finished with bias binding. Included in the pattern is an optional waist sash, that is suitable for both styles.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 2 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
sewing a straight seam
sewing a curved seam
bias facing armholes / neckline
sewing buttonholes and buttons
sewing an invisible zip (depending on which view you decide to make)
Slow sewing planner
PRODUCT DETAILS
The Slow Sewing Planner will help offer you clarity about what’s missing in your wardrobe, as well as sustainable tips to organise what you already have. By taking time to reflect on our process and plan for the months ahead, we can also take time to feel proud of the lessons we are learning and the amazing things we can do with our hands. The Slow Sewing Planner is something you can use at the beginning of the year, the beginning of a season, or whenever you need inspiration about what to make next. By sewing clothing intentionally, over time you will be able to create a wardrobe that reflects who you are and will allow you to feel at ease in your me-made wardrobe.
DIFFICULTY
This planner is designed for you to use as little or as much as you like! You can select a few exercises or you can do them all! You can plan for the year/season ahead or come back to it each time you start a new project. It has been consciously created to help you decide what’s right for you, rather than overwhelm you! It is designed for makers of all sewing levels.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
Reflect
How to reflect on what you’ve made
Look back at the skills you’ve learnt
Organise
Organise your wardrobe - in the right way for you!
What to do with pieces that are hard to let go
How to get clothes back into rotation
Plan
How you want to feel in the clothes you make and wear
How to create a moodboard
Thinking about colour
Plan your skill building
Whitlow robe
GARMENT DETAILS
The Whitlow robe is a relaxed robe designed for slow and easy mornings. It is the perfect cover-up to throw on as you prepare for the day (or duck out to get the mail in), or to relax on the couch in. It has two length options, one that finishes above the knee, the other below the knee.
The robe features raglan sleeves, a deep overlap (for a great amount of coverage), pockets (in-seam or patch), shaped collar band and a waist sash. Interior waist ties keep the robe nice and secure. The hem is finished with a facing for a beautiful and clean finish. Choose between a cropped sleeve or a longer sleeve with a hem facing.
Seam finishes depend on your fabric choice. Lightweight fabrics are finished with French seams, while thicker fabrics are finished with an overlocker / serger or zig-zag stitch.
DIFFICULTY
The pattern is placed at a Level 1.5 on the In the Folds pattern skill scale, which means you have some basic projects under your belt and are ready for new challenges.
By working through this pattern, you will gain confidence in:
sewing raglan sleeves
sewing French seams (if you choose this seam option)
sewing pockets (in-seam or patch)
attaching a straight collar
stitching in the ditch