Waxed Cotton

The Over Shirt is a functional and comfortable worker style jacket with classic shirt making construction details. Our PDF Pattern comes with in depth written instructions, an A4 tile copy, US Letter tiles and an A0 version.

Skill level: Intermediate sewers 

Sizing: Sizes 6 - 28 are included in this pattern. Our sizes run true to UK sizing - for full sizing details see below in the drop down menu.

Fit notes: The Over Shirt has dropped shoulders with a roomy square fit and a cropped length (finishing just on the hips). Those looking for a slightly longer length can very easily adjust the pattern to add extra length to the body - this works particularly well with heavier fabrics.

Construction techniques: Run & fell seams, placket & cuff, collar & collar stand, double yoke and patch pockets

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics, from heavier denims and twills to lighter weight cottons & linens. You could even try a wool felt version for winter.

Fabric requirements:

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 140cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 160cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 170cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 190cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 240cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 250cm

Materials list: Fabric, 8 x medium buttons (around 1.5cm), 2 x smaller buttons (for the plackets), thread, about 40cm of good quality fusing

Our PDF Pattern comes with in depth written instructions, an A4 tile copy, US Letter tiles and an A0 version.

Skill level: Intermediate sewers

Sizing: SizesXS2 - XL3 are included in this pattern. For full sizing details see below in the drop down menu.

Fit notes: This is a classic shirt with a neat but fairly broad shoulder and a very straight torso. Instead of narrowing towards the hips like typically male shaped cuts, there is slightly more room to accommodate the wider hip of more female body shapes. This pattern comes with 3 different sleeve length options to tailor it to personal needs and the construction process follows classic shirt making methods.

Construction techniques: Classic collar & collar stand, placket & cuffs, run & fell seam, eased sleeve head, patch pocket & standard hem.

Suitable fabrics: Mid weight cottons in twill or denim weave or a lightweight wool for winter months.

Fabric requirements:

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 140cm | Sizes M - XL3 = 180cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 190cm | Sizes M - XL3 = 250cm

Materials list: Fabric, 13 x small buttons (about 1cm wide), thread, about 40cm of high quality fusing

This jacket is the ultimate versatile piece which works well all year round. Make it in everything from wools & wax cottons to unlined versions in heavy linens and cottons.

Our PDF Pattern comes with in depth written instructions, an A4 tile copy, US Letter tiles and an A0 version.

Skill level: Intermediate sewers (you'll need extra focus for the welt pockets)

Sizing: Sizes 6 - 20 are included in this pattern. Our sizes run true to UK sizing - for full sizing details see below in the drop down menu.

Fit notes: This is a neat fit with full length sleeves and straight body shape. If you're sewing this piece in wool you might consider a size up to allow for bulky winter layering (optional suggestion, please check the sizing chart before cutting).

Construction techniques: Welt pockets, 2-piece sleeve, collar & facing and a full lining.

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics, from wools and wax cottons to heavy cottons & linens. You can always leave summer variations of this jacket unlined.

Fabric requirements:

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 150cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 200cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 225cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 265cm

Lining width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 135cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 135cm

Lining width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 155cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 185cm

Materials list: Fabric, lining fabric, 5 x medium buttons (around 2.5-3cm), thread, about 40cm of good quality fusing (if you're choosing to make in wool you might like to piece fuse both front pieces - for this you'll need 1m of good quality woven fusing)

Click here to download our pocket hack for this piece (as shown on instagram).

The Darcy Coat is an elegant and comfortable coat that is designed to work with your body, not against it. Fit wise this coat is very over-sized and roomy with volume put into the pattern through a dropped shoulder, deep armholes, wide sleeves and a wide main body. There are a few different design options with this piece so you can pick and choose which you like from the instructions to create a garment that’s to your liking.

Our PDF Pattern comes with in depth written instructions, an A4 & US Letter tiles (100 pages for printing) and an A0 version (5 pages for printing). The pattern also comes with sizes on different layers.

Skill level: Intermediate / advanced sewers (there are design options for first time coat makers and also experienced sewers)

Sizing: Sizes 4 - 28 are included in this pattern. Our sizes run true to UK sizing - for full sizing details see below in the drop down menu.

Fit notes: This is a neat fit with full length sleeves and straight body shape. If you're sewing this piece in wool you might consider a size up to allow for bulky winter layering (optional suggestion, please check the sizing chart before cutting).

Construction techniques: Welt pockets or patch pockets | Collar, collar stand & facing | Option for a full lining | Inset sleeve with optional shoulder pad | Sleeve tab with adjustable width | Buttons or snaps | Hand finishing

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics, from wools and wax cottons to heavy cottons & linens. The instructions come with full details of fabric options along with recommended finishings.

Fabric requirements:

SELF - Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 275cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 310cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 340cm

SELF - Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 375cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 410cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 485cm

LINING - Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 230cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 240cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 355 cm

LINING - Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 345cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 350cm 

| Sizes 22 - 28 = cm

FUSING - Width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 28 = 355 cm

FUSING - Width 90cm | Sizes 4 - 14 = cm 

| Sizes 16 - 28 = cm

Materials list: Fabric, lining fabric, good quality iron on fusing, 12 x buttons or snaps , thread