Serving up ‘aces’ with style on and off the court: The Olympia Tennis Dress free sewing pattern is a stunning, 2-piece tennis dress made for chic performance! From sportswear to swimwear, The Santorini Plus Collection is truly a girl’s best friend for the spring/summer season! Made with a recycled Stretch Tricot, this 2-piece look features a paneled bodysuit and a half-circle skirt with Mesh overlay. The Olympia Tennis dress is a game-changer for the modern-day athlete, incorporating fashion-forward design while paying homage to traditional tennis fashion. Pair it with some cute tennis ..read more

Play Video about The Bucket Hat Challenge with Helen Castillo Today, we’re diving into a one-day sewing challenge featuring our most popular free sewing pattern, The Bucket Hat, where we’ll be creating three distinct bucket hat designs before sending them off to battle it out on the runway. And who better to give this challenge to other than Project Runway alumni Helen Castillo? Are you ready for your bucket hat sewing challenge? Yes? Then, let’s unveil the mystery materials! But first… a recap on Helen’s comical reaction to unboxing the challenge. “Let’s see what goodies we have to ..read more

A color-blocking sensation that achieves effortless chic in and out the gym: The Ventura Sweatsuit Ensemble free sewing pattern showcases a unique style that is fresh, tough, and exciting! Performance meets style when the construct of this sweatsuit comes from high-quality, two-tone panels of Cotton French Terry. Get ready to take on the day with the ultimate essentials in athleisure. From workout sessions to casual outings, rediscover comfort in motion with your new, go-to choice for a sporty look. This 2-piece ensemble, which features a hooded sweatshirt paired with sweat shorts, is great ..read more

Create the perfect look with The Vixen Slip Dress Free Sewing Pattern: a meticulous masterpiece that perfectly embodies sustainable luxury. As prom season approaches, it’s time to start planning your show-stopping look that will leave a lasting impression on everyone in attendance. At the heart of the dress’s allure is the Viscose Fluid Satin, a fabric sourced from renewable materials like wood pulp, offering an elegant feel while minimizing ecological impact. The front cowl neck bestows an aura of timeless glamour, while the back cowl plunges at the back, leaving a lasting impre ..read more

A dreamy wedding veil, a fluffy petticoat, a sweeping tutu skirt… What do all these have in common? They’re made of Mood’s March Fabric of the Month for April: tulle. Tulle fabric provides pure elegance at a budget-friendly price, making it a perfect choice for stepping into the sheer trend without a big investment. Whether you’re looking for a special occasion or to add a unique touch to your everyday wardrobe, tulle comes in every color of the rainbow to ensure you’ll meet your perfect match. Plus, tulle is easier to sew than you’d think, making it a perfect fabric choice for advanced begi ..read more

Ready to dance in the rain with grace and style? Turn the dreary forecast into a time to shine with The Rattlescale Raincoat free sewing pattern! Crafted from a striking python-print vinyl, this cape-style coat wears a mandarin collar, wide sleeves, and hidden buttons to keep the front looking clean. As you customize your raincoat to suit your preferences, consider how small details like button placement or decorative topstitching can enhance its aesthetic appeal. Embrace the opportunity to add your personality to the project, whether it’s through bold colors or playful embellishments. By s ..read more

As the weather begins to turn and our creativity begins to thaw, The Beaufort Peplum Ensemble free sewing pattern comes to us like a dream, taking its name from a charming town on the Atlantic coast where pearls are a go-to and oysters are perpetually shucked. From Easter mornings to summer nights, linen delivers a style synonymous with ease to your upcoming warm-weather events. At the heart of this two-piece set lies a linen peplum top, designed to accentuate the feminine form by cinching at the waist before gently flaring out. Complementing this silhouette is a pair of straight-leg pants ..read more

You can hear the camera flashes, you can feel the sleek runway under your feet. You take a deep breath, prepare to meet the attentive eyes of the audience members, and—you remember the only person watching is your reflection in your bedroom mirror. A beginner-level design with a designer-level result, the Albuca A-line Dress free sewing pattern is bound to incite such imaginations. And well, what can we say? For International Dress Day, we wanted to give you something to celebrate. This timeless dress is made in a beautiful brocade, featuring seams running down the center front and center b ..read more

Prepare the guest list, ring the florist, and locate the tablecloths—a new free sewing pattern from designer Helen Castillo demands an occasion to showcase its charm! In her exploration of corset tops and princess seams, Castillo unveils the third variation in her growing anthology of dresses; this new chapter pairs the flattering bodice with a flared mini skirt, bow, and off-the-shoulder neckline as an ode to innocence and playful femininity, just in time for spring. With your needle the pen and this pink poly-satin and poly-georgette the paper, The Memoir Dress free sewing pattern – View ..read more

In the elegant wake of The Memoir Dress – View A, designer Helen Castillo has written her newest chapter: The Memoir Dress View B weaves a narrative of grace and beauty, this time combining the curved bust panel and princess seams with an elongated skirt and flattering back slit. A long silhouette is mature in nature—calling for those evenings when the stars couldn’t be shining any brighter and the hors d’oeuvres couldn’t be more delicious—while the spring-green poly-satin gives your personality a voice. The spaghetti straps, grommet closures, and tie-up back are feminine and sultry; howeve ..read more