January 4, 2018

Girl Charlee Fabrics :: Top 10 Indie Sewing Patterns of 2017



We are excited to announce our Top 10 Indie Sewing Patterns of 2017!  These are our top selling sewing patterns for last year and include patterns for both women and children's dresses, tops, cardigans, and more! View the entire collection below, and each pattern has our hand-picked selection of suitable fabrics from the store.

Thank you to each and every one of our customers and to all of our indie pattern vendors.  Happy 2018 to everyone!

#10
Tilly and the Buttons Zadie Dress Sewing Pattern
Throw on your Zadie dress for comfort and style at work or play. The dress has striking diagonal seams, concealing lovely (and practical!) in-seam pockets. The fitted bodice has a flattering empire waistline and round neckline finished with a neckband. It flares out into a feminine, knee-length semi-pleated skirt that’s great for swishing. Choose from cap, three-quarter or full length raglan sleeves.

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#9 
Named Clothing Kielo Wrap Dress Sewing Pattern
The Kielo Wrap Dress is a very simple but extravagant dress with an interesting shape. It features a sleeveless design with a round neckline, wrap lace closure at the waist and a slim skirt with a vent in the back. Pattern is very versatile, allowing for a shortened version as shown and an additional sleeve pattern contained in the file. You can view a tutorial on using the sleeve pattern here!

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#8
Love Notions Miss Mary Mack Tunic Sewing Pattern
The Miss Mary Mack Tunic is a classic and simple tunic length top meant for knit fabrics. Great for everyday play clothes! Perfect outfit paired with leggings. This tunic is quick to sew up and great for beginners. The tunic features two bodice styles, a straight bodice and a curved bodice. Four sleeve lengths are included: gathered cap, regular cap, flutter and long sleeve.

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#7 
New Horizons Designs Girls Deer Creek Tunic and Dress Sewing Pattern
The Deer Creek Tunic and Dress pattern is simply beautiful! Easy to dress up yet comfortable to wear. Flattering in all sizes! Features tunic length, knee length A-line, and curved hem below the knee. Also choose from short sleeve, 3/4 sleeve and long sleeve. And did I mention there was pockets!! No serger required! No special tools needed. This is the girls' version of the Deer Creek Dress and Tunic.

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#6 
1 Puddle Lane Little Miss Ruby Tuesday Dress Sewing Pattern
Little Miss Ruby Tuesday Dress will be your GO-TO dress for your little one, summer or winter, night or day. It's a stretch knit dress - so that means - NO ZIPS! AND it is the smaller version of the MiSS RUBY TUESDAY ladies dress - so you can have mother/daughter dress time! This is the children's version of the Ruby Tuesday Dress. A truly beautiful dress to sew and wear but with so many options - you will produce a different dress each time you sew it.

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#5
Girl Charlee Easy Pencil Skirt Sewing Pattern
From the new Girl Charlee Sewing Pattern-less Collection is our Quick & Easy Knit Pencil Skirt! This is a 30 minute sew that is based on your own measurements that are easily explained in the instructions and takes only 1 yard of fabric. The skirt features pull on styling, elastic waist, and a fitted silhouette that is sure to become your favorite wardrobe staple! Girl Charlee Sewing Pattern-less Collection features both instructions for a serger and regular sewing machines and is all printed on a single piece of paper that folds in the middle to create a pop-up card for easy storage!

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#4
Sew Caroline Out and About Dress Sewing Pattern
The Out and About Dress was designed with YOU in mind, the everyday lady with a million errands to run, a house to keep up with, and a job to finish. This dress is loosely fitted at the waist, has two hem options (maxi, or knee length), and two sleeve options (long or elbow), and has the option for a cute little cuff on the sleeve. The neckband finish for the neckline of this dress gives a casual, yet professional look. This is truly a year-round dress that can be worn dressed up for a night with your significant other OR dressed down for a day of errands in town.

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#3
Mouse House Creations Janie Dress and Peplum Sewing Pattern
The Janie comes with the options of short sleeves, 3/4 sleeves, or long sleeves. The skirt can be a regular circle skirt, a gathered circle skirt, or a peplum. Wovens can be used for the gathered circle skirt option. The necklines include a basic neckline, a cowl, a ballet scoop back, and a peter pan collar.

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#2
Mouse House Creations Julia Women's Cardigan Sewing Pattern
It is time for the ladies to sew for themselves and this comfortable and easy cardigan is the perfect garment to start with! The MHC Julia Women's Cardigan is a very fast sewing project that will have you excited about sewing new clothes for your wardrobe. With no buttons or zippers, this cardigan features an open front with a drapey, rounded collar and 3 sleeve lengths: long sleeve, 3/4 sleeve, and the super cute extended cap sleeve. The Julia Women's Cardigan is sized XS - 3XL and is flattering on all body types. With just a change of fabric, the cardigan can go from casual to workplace ready. 

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#1 
Fishsticks Designs Little Fishies Undies Sewing Pattern
The Little Fishies Undies pattern was designed to give your little one cute, comfortable, full-coverage underwear. This pattern is sewn with knit fabrics and a hidden elastic waistband. The waist and side seams are hidden between an inner and outer layer for a more comfortable fit. Instructions are included for turning your undies into trainers, as well. Sizes 2 to 12.


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View and purchase these sewing patterns and more on girlcharlee.com! If you sew up any of these patterns with our fabrics please send us images as we would love to see it and you could be featured on our monthly Knit Picks. Email your pictures to gcblog@girlcharlee.com.

Happy sewing!
~ Heather & The Girl Charlee Team
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