Sewing Pattern
Select your pattern for this class from the list below. During booking you'll be able to purchase the pattern. You'll need to bring fabric and haberdashery required:We recommend reading the manufacturer pattern sizing details (follow the pattern link) when calculating fabric requirements,.
Thread and sewing notions can be purchased at Sewing Gem during class. Fabric needs to be purchased beforehand. Check pattern sizing details for exact fabric amounts, or contact Gemma.
You must pick a sewing pattern when booking this course.
Seaside Dress + Top (Tadah Patterns) | Children's Pattern Sizes 000-8
Multiple-size pattern for girls offering various neckline and sleeve options, including ruffle details and pocket options for beginner sewers using light to medium weight woven fabrics.
What to Bring
Fabric — Cotton is a great choice for beginners.
Based on 120 cm wide fabric
- Dress (base): 40–67 cm
- Top (base): 35–46 cm
Add extra for optional features:
- Ruffle hem: +9 cm
- Ruffle neck: +12.5 cm
- Flutter sleeves: +14 cm
- Short sleeves: +25 cm
Notions
- 10 mm wide woven elastic
- Optional: 12 mm single fold bias tape (or make from extra garment fabric)
Thread — Matching
$22
Flexi Shorts | Children's Pattern Sizes 0000-10
Suitable for boys and girls, these shorts can be recreated hundreds of times with a variation of finishes.
What to Bring
Fabric — Light or medium weight woven (cotton, linen, light denim, chambray)
- Short shorts: 20–59 cm
- Cuff shorts: 25–71 cm
- Knee length: 25–71 cm
- ¾ length: 29–110 cm
Based on 120 cm wide fabric
Elastic
- Sizes 0000–0: 12 mm woven elastic
- Sizes 1–10: 18 mm woven elastic
- Paper bag waist (all sizes): 12 mm woven elastic
- Optional bubble hem: 12 mm woven elastic
Thread — Matching
$22
Flint Pants By Megan Nielsen
Wide leg cropped pants or shorts with unique crossover closure at the side seam. Pattern sits on the natural waist and features hidden closure at the left pocket, release tucks at the front, darts at the back, slash pockets, two waistband options and two lengths.
What to Bring
Fabric — Light to medium weight woven (light denim, chambray, cotton, linen)
- View A & B (full length): 2.6–2.8 m (115 cm wide) / 2.2–2.4 m (150 cm wide)
- View C & D (shorts): 1.6–1.8 m (115 cm wide) / 1.2–1.3 m (150 cm wide)
Notions
- 15 cm interfacing (similar weight to fabric)
- 1–2 buttons (15 mm)
Thread — Matching
$35
Free Spirit Skirt By Pattern Emporium
The Free Spirit Skirt is free spirited, dreamy, romantic, fun & everything you ever wanted in a skirt!
What to Bring
Fabric — Lightweight woven with some drape. Best for beginners: light cotton (voile, batiste, lawn) or cotton-rayon blend. Avoid very slippery rayons if new to sewing.
- Midi: 1.75–3.0 m
- Maxi: 2.2–4.0 m
- Split Front Midi: 1.6–2.5 m
- Split Front Maxi: 2.0–3.0 m
- High-Low Hem: 1.8–3.0 m
Elastic (61–101 cm depending on size)
- Enclosed / Topstitched / Paperbag: 40 mm elastic
- Paperbag Covered: 25 mm elastic
- Covered: 25 mm or 40 mm elastic
Thread — Matching
$29
Meet You There Tiered Dress By Pattern Emporium
Fall in love with the effortless romance & stylish versatility of the Meet You There Dress & Top sewing pattern for woven fabrics.
What to Bring
Note: In the block we make the sleeveless version to fit within 3 weeks. Contact Gemma to discuss the sleeved version.
Fabric — Linen, linen blends, and cotton are great beginner choices.
- Short top: 1.0–1.6 m
- Long top: 1.0–2.0 m
- Super mini: 1.5–2.5 m
- Long mini: 1.5–2.75 m
- Knee: 1.75–3.25 m
- Midi: 2.5–4.0 m
- Maxi: 3.0–4.5 m
Notions
- Mobilon elastic (optional — for elastic gathering; otherwise traditional gathering method used)
Thread — Matching
$36
Mule Tote By Kylie And The Machine
The Mule Tote is a spacious, stylish bag perfect for carrying your sewing projects and supplies.
What to Bring
Fabric — Light to midweight woven: cotton twill, light canvas, chambray, quilting cotton, gingham, light duck cloth, barkcloth, poplin, broadcloth, light corduroy, mid-weight linen, or nylon (e.g. ripstop).
- Mule Tote (110–150 cm wide): 80 cm
- Maxi Mule Tote: 1.6 m (110–135 cm wide) / 1.0 m (140–150 cm wide)
Straps — Fabric straps (from your fabric) or webbing:
- Mule Tote: 208 cm webbing
- Maxi Mule Tote: 242 cm webbing
Thread — Matching
$30
Stevie Tunic By Tilly And The Buttons
With no darts, zips or set-in sleeves, Stevie is a satisfyingly quick and easy make. Perfect for beginners, it's no wonder Stevie is one of our bestselling patterns.
What to Bring
Fabric — Light to medium weight woven: linen, double gauze, chambray, cotton lawn.
- Top: 1.1–1.8 m (140 cm wide) / 1.8–2.2 m (115 cm wide)
- Dress: 1.5–2.4 m (140 cm wide) / 2.4–2.8 m (115 cm wide)
Notions
- 40 cm interfacing (similar weight to fabric)
- If making button loop version: 1 button (12–18 mm) + 1 thin elasticated hairband
Thread — Matching
$40
Ashton Top (Helen's Closet)
All-season wardrobe staple that is easy to sew and style! Wear it during cooler months with jeans and a cardigan, or pair it with shorts for summer. The Ashton has bust darts and a signature A-line shape.
What to Bring
Fabric — Light to medium weight woven (suggested: cotton, linen, chambray, lawn).
- View A (hip length): 1.2–2.4 m
- View B (crop length): 1.0–2.3 m
Notions — None required beyond thread (facing or bias binding finish — your choice)
Thread — Matching
$39