Free Sewing Patterns Review

During the month of March we focused on free patterns. We find that free patterns can be a blessing and a curse. It gives you the ability to try out the drafting and instructions of a specific designer. Overall, these patterns have had positive feedback. We look forward to adding more to this blog in the future.

PATTERN: Hey June Durango

FABRIC: Heavy Rayon Spandex in Emerald

“This was my first make from Hey June, the instructions were clear but the armholes were too large so I had to modify them. I’m excited to try a paid pattern from them.”

PATTERN: George & Ginger 40k Sway

FABRICS: Left – Pixlefly Eden AGF Cotton Spandex. Right – Oatmeal Ribbing

“I loved the 40K sway, the instructions were super straightforward and it even included hip and bust grading mark points which I thought was really great especially for a free pattern. It came together in less than an hour and looked great”

PATTERN: DIBY Anything but Basic Tee

FABRIC: Left – Striped Away Sky AGF Cotton Spandex Right – Light Gray Rayon Spandex

PATTERN: Grainline Studios Hemlock Tee

FABRIC: Chora Winds AGF Cotton Spandex

“This boxy tee had great instructions and the sizing was accurate”

PATTERN: Striped Swallow Cloud 9

FABRICS: Top – Royal Blue Rayon Spandex Bottom – Foliage Escape Lapis AGF Cotton Spandex

PATTERN: Violette Field Thread London Dress

FABRIC: Roses & Letters, Raspberry Rose, Tranquil Waters

“I LOVED it! And plan to make more! My daughters love them and won’t stop wearing them”

PATTERN: Misusu Rowan Tee

FABRIC: Gecko Trails AGF Cotton Spandex

“Loved the Rowan tee for ease, quick sew, and projector friendly”

PATTERN: Hey June Racerback Dress

FABRIC: Fields of Silene AGF Cotton Spandex

“The pattern is pretty awesome and turned out super cute. I’ve had the pattern for like 3 years and has been on the top of my list but this is when I finally made it”

PATTERN: Little Lizard King Galena

FABRIC: Serein Branchlet AGF Cotton Spandex

“I’m all about the puff sleeves, and with a half circle skirt, it gives twirl while also not using up so much fabric like a full circle skirt. I can see myself using it again!”

PATTERN: Swoon Dakota Tablet Clutch

FABRICS: Endless Paradise Denim and Breezy Blossom Lemonade

PATTERN: Bagstock Designs Sunshine Crossbody Pouch

FABRIC: Snowing Night, Tracery Floralia, and Tender Green

Happy Sewing

The Month of Free Patterns

During the month of September 2019 the team at Phee focused on free patterns. The only rules were that the pattern had to be free and utilize Phee Fabrics.

Here’s the thing, the team at Phee works extremely hard behind the scenes to bring everyone all the best of their work. Now, we know the quality at Phee is consistent, so you know what you’re going to get. Pattern designers work hard also and a lot of designers draft with their body shapes in mind and adjust the sizing based on their size block. There are very few designers that take multiple body shapes into account. One of the most challenging things for new and frustrating for experienced sewists is to adjust a pattern to their body. Dealing with an awkward fit and then comes in the concept of making a “muslin”. Typically muslin is a type of fabric but it can also be used to refer to the first one you make, a trial of sorts. Through multiple places I see people asking about using a different fabric as a “muslin”, a cheaper or different base. That will result in a different fit (be forewarned). Another thing that draws people in is FREE! The idea of getting something for free is appealing, it gives you a chance to try a pattern designer before purchasing other patterns from them. These are some of the free patterns our dedicated sewists have worked up for you.

Crystal is wearing the Halla Slim fit Dolman with the Poveglia Ribbing. She made a size 6/8 but says that it’s loose and should have made the size 2/4
Jessica is wearing the Harper Cardigan by Sinclair Patterns with the Light Gray Heathered Cozy French Terry.
Stephanie is wearing the Peg Legs from Pattern for Pirates in olive supplex
Mala is wearing the Magnolia Tee by Sonia Estep Designs in Dark Bisque Rayon Spandex. She graded from a size 22 to a size 26
Elizabeth is wearing a Durango Tank by Hey June in the 13 oz. Cherry Rayon Spandex
Addy is wearing the Verona dress by Little Lizard King in Orchid Rayon Spandex. This pattern is drafted for woven but was made in the same size. While slightly larger it will be good for layering a shirt and/or leggings underneath, as well as next spring/summer.
Joelle is wearing the Thankful top by George & Ginger. This is not available on their website and only can be found in the files of their facebook group.

The slouchy beanie was a free tutorial by Bernina
Due to the ease of the pattern and not wanting the shoulders way too wide, she made a size 8, graded to 10 waist and 6 hips. 

Removed an inch above bust and an inch above hem. Size 8 sleeve, removed .5” in the head and an inch at the short sleeve mark.
Nicole is wearing the Agnes Dress by Halla using the navy rayon spandex

If you have any other free patterns that you have used with Phee please email us at customer.service@pheefabrics.com to be added to this blog