Winter Capsule Wardrobes to Sew
Plan to sew your winter capsule wardrobe using patterns that are easy to sew and well fitting.
These two wardrobes feature modern, easy-to-sew garments that you’ll love to sew AND wear.
The first wardrobe is a slightly closer-fitting wardrobe with comfortable knit and woven garments that are as fun to wear as they are to sew.
From left, the Moto Jacket, a tunic-length version of the Take Along Dress and Perfect Pant Classic wide leg knit pants.
The second look features the same tunic-length Take Along Dress with the Perfect Pant Skinny and a Ruana from Travel Trio Three.
The third look uses the Pocket A-line Skirt from Travel Trio Three with the One Seam Wrap over a slim-fitting sleeveless top (from your closet or try the Keyhole Top without the keyhole and sewn sleeveless and reversible.
The last look features the Perfect Pant Flare leg, the Funnel Neck from Travel Trio Two and the Easy Coat sewn in a cozy wool (with or without lining, your choice,)
The second wardrobe features the Draped Vest and Pencil Skirt (sewn in knee length.) Try this over the Funnel Neck from Travel Trio Two or the Banded Neck Tee from Travel Trio One.
The Three Tees dress is a customer favorite and has an optional turtleneck.
The Take Along Dress is our third look - simple and elegant on it’s own.
The Draped Jacket over the slight boot cut Center Seam Pant from the Travel Trio One pattern features a slightly looser silhouette from the Perfect Pants.
And the last look, includes a reversible hoodie jacket over the Base Wear Two straight skirt and is a comfortable, polished outfit that feels as good as it looks.
The Christine Jonson Moto Jacket marries street style with comfort. Designed for stretch knits like Ponté and scuba, the iconic Moto style amps up every look with a cool vibe.
Multi-Sized: SM - XL
Sizes: XS - XL
The Christine Jonson Patterns Take Along dress is your go-to dress all year round! This easy fitting dress has a shaped bodice with boat neck, five sleeve variations from sleeveless to flared 3/4 sleeves, cut-on pockets and a shape that is flattering on all figures. The dress finishes from mid-thigh to a modern and fun above knee length (lengthen / shorten for your perfect length).
This pattern is actually a collection of three garments, paired to make an outfit, perfect for traveling!
Pocket Skirt: Semi-fitted paneled A-line skirt with pockets. Elastic waist.
Multi-sized XS-XL.
Shirred Turtleneck/Raglan Tee: This top has long raglan sleeves and shirred yoke. The pattern also includes an alternative front pattern piece for a smooth and simple raglan top.
Multi-sized 4-22.
Ruana Wrap: Unstructured wrap with optional rounded or pointed hem.
One-size.
Multi-Sized: XS-XXL
Classic trouser leg pant fits snug at the hip with an adjustable stretch fabric waistband. Trouser legs with optional deep inset pockets sweep down to a graceful wide front and back seamed leg. Eliminate the center front and center back seams by taping the pattern pieces together at the seam lines. This popular pattern looks awesome cropped!
Multi-Sized: XS - XXL
This CJ Pattern favorite is comfortable and great fitting with a skinny leg that fits snug at the hip with an adjustable width stretch fabric waistband. Slim legs with optional deep inset pockets slide down to a slimming front and back seamed leg. These slim pants are perfect in Ponte or other stable, stretchy knit fabric. The center front and back seams can be eliminated by taping the seams together at the seam lines.
Multi-Sized: XS - XXL
Flare leg pant fits snug at the hip with an adjustable width stretch fabric waistband. Flared legs with optional deep inset pockets are slim fitting to the knee before flaring out. The flare leg is perfectly shaped and not too wide at the hem. The flare is accentuated by the fit at the knee area. The front and back features a seamed leg. These flare leg pants are perfect in Ponte or other stable, stretchy knit fabrics. Center front and back seams can be eliminated by taping tissue together at the seam allowance.
Multi-Sized: 4-22
These will be your favorite leggings! Tight fitting with three cutting lines for bike shorts, capris and ankle length. These leggings won’t ride up on your ankles or twist out of shape. The high waist uses either a classic serge-and-fold elastic waistline download the free pattern for a stretch fabric waistband.
Easy fitting coat with optional lining, patch pockets and tie belt.
Multi-Sized: XS - XL
Loose-fitting Tee with several variations. Short sleeve or long sleeve, round neck or turtleneck and shirt, tunic or dress length.
Multi Sized: XS - XL
Straight Skirt: Close-fitting straight skirt with an elastic waist and shaped hip, straight to hem; optional bias flounce.
Taper Skirt: Tight-fitting tapered skirt w/elastic waist & shaped hip tapers to hem.
Top: Hip-length top w/ shaped waistline and optional ruching.
Multi-Sized:
Straight Skirt and Taper Skirt: 4 - 22
Top: XS - XL
The Slit Skirt has a pull-on wide waistband, cut full through the hip and seat, then tapering to the hem. It has a back slit.
The Pencil Skirt is a “negative ease” skirt with a self-faced darted waistline, cut straight through the hip, seat and straight to the hem. It also has a back slit.