Certified Organic Flat Cord By The Yard
$2.10
Soft, malleable, perfect for shoelaces, drawstrings on pants, hoodies, bags, satchels, crafts etc. Produced with the highest of environmental standards, Sold by the yard. No bleach, water wise! Produced without the use of chemicals, AZO dyes, synthetic materials, or heavy metals.GOTS and JOCA CertifiedMade in Japan100% organic cotton
CFPD Art Deco Bias Cowl Sleeve Blouse PDF Download
$18.00
The cowl is an ingenious bias cut which can be applied in amny garment locations and one of the most flattering is the sleeve. This pattern has only one pattern piece which is cut four times on the bias and seamed at the center front and back and the side seams. The front neck naturally falls in a small cowl also and the sleeves fit tightly at the forearm. It may be cut longer to dress length if desired. The model was cut from a border design ombré silk velvet. There is a garment weight at the hem of each seam.
Download includes original instructions, tiled print at home copy with layout guide, wide format copy 30 x 32."
Sizing is small medium large - assuming cutter can grade to their preference. Front and back are identical.
Format is PDF print at 100% scale.
Sized 8 to 18 measurements can depend on the give of the fabric, this is easy to grade up or down
Yardage at 54" 2 3/8 to 2 3/4 yards
A Word About CFPD PatternsOur patterns are meant to be ‘educational patterns’ that is they are unusual and most often have some feature that is a learning experience which is the whole point in publishing them. Therefore they may not contain detailed sewing instructions or additional pieces such as linings and/or facings since the focus is on the cut of the main pieces, leaving secondary details to the preferences and skills of the cutter. As in all unusual patterns, it is best to make a toile - a sample - to work out the construction and also to adjust the fullness and ease to your chosen fabrics if necessary.
CFPD Couture Party Skirt Pattern PDF
$25.00
Please note this pattern and instructions were created and authored by Barbie McCormick
Download includes extensive instructions and a large format pattern to be printed on a 36" wide printer. No tiled print at home this is a big pattern piece.
The couture party skirt is a wardrobe essential ensuring you are always ready when the invitation arrives. A skirt you can make over and over again in varying lengths and designs. Fabric forward in every way the pattern also includes extensive instructions for constructing the skirt with couture methods.
Full, box-pleated skirt in 3 lengths (knee, tea, and floor) with 3 waistband options (straight, contour, or yoke). Couture construction ensures personal fit, aligned pleats, crisp hem, and a luxurious skirt. Construction includes pleat stay and pattern includes both couture and basic non couture instructions.
Forthcoming: smaller and larger size ranges, adjustable waist, pockets, and lining.
Yardage: Skirt A, B, C, for underlining and fashion fabric58 or 60” wide fabric is recommended.For Floor length skirt: 5 ¼ yardsFor Tea length skirt: 4 yardsFor knee length skirt: 3 ¼ yards
Fabric suggestions: crisp or firmly woven light to medium weight fabrics with good body. Brocades, silk duppioni, silk twill, peau de soie, shantung, taffeta, gazar, satin organza, linen, eyelet, organdy.Underlining: Silk Organza is recommended for silk or wool skirts, and is a great underlining in most fabrics. Cotton batiste, voile, or organdy can be used for cotton or linen skirts.Lining: (optional): Silk charmeuse, China silk, habotai, voile, batiste, tissue taffeta.Notions: 6 yards hairbraid, grosgrain ribbon (for straight waistband, need your waist measure plus 3 “), 9-11" zipper, hook and eye, about 2-3 yards twill tape, basting thread -#100 silk for silk skirts, cotton basting thread can be used for other fabrics.
CFPD: Art Coat Couture Sewing Pattern
$26.00
ArtCoat 1 is the first of a series of unusually cut jackets from the Center For Pattern Design. It is unique, easy to assemble and wear, quick to sew, one size, works in a wide variety of fabrics and offers numerous ways to individualize.
ArtCoat 1 has a swing back that may be cut either on the bias with a center back seam or on the cross fold. It has a swing silhouette a standing shawl collar and deep dolman sleeves. There are just 2 pattern pieces. It can be made in a day. ArtCoat 1 requires 2.5 yards of 54" fabric for bias layout or 2 yards of 54" fabric for cross grain layout. Sample shown in silk organza. One size.
CFPD: Batwing Blouse Sewing Pattern
$22.75
This pattern is a concept. Working on new photos and sample, this is a great top. The neckline is left high so you can design your own. I recommend a toile with emphasis on the shoulder/sleeve seam for adjusting - leave a wide seam allowance here and you can always extend a bit in the center front and back to grade up or for the advanced re-drape on you drape on your dress form. There is only one main pattern piece to this design which is cut twice, making this project a fast one! The Batwing is cut on the straight grain at the front and back (with a fold or a seam), causing the cut-in-one sleeve to fall on the bias and drape softly against the body. The hemline shapes to the hip with a bias gusset and the wrists fit closely. The pattern may also be left open in the front as a cardigan. It coordinates well with the Cocoon Coat with its similar dolman sleeves. Due to the unusual bias cut, this pattern requires intermediate to advanced sewing skills -- not for beginners.On the Body: This design is ideal for a person with a fuller or smaller bust line compared to the hip since the sleeves conceal the difference either way. Also, since there is no definitive waistline or specific armhole fit at the shoulder, it works well for those with waist or shoulder fitting problems. It drapes on the body with a minimum of seaming that requires special fitting. Measurements: Bust line measurements include sleeve at that level. SM = 48" (122 cm), MD = 50" (127 cm), LG = 53" (134.6 cm).Fabrics: If the Batwing is done in directional fabrics, it will appear to wrap around the body, going from straight grain in the front to cross grain in the back seamlessly. It could be quite interesting in plaids, stripes or directionally light reflective fabrics like crepe de chine and the bias gusset at the hip may be done in contrasting fabrics.
CFPD: Bias Tier Coat
$30.00
$38.00
Thank you for your patience. I have tested this pattern it is good, I made no changes other than some extra notes on the pattern and in the instructions for clarity. Sizing is S,M,L - I look forward to offering a second size range asap. In the meantime you can always grade up simulating the current grading lines. Since this is on the bias the give will vary depending on the fabric, I would say bust sizes are about 34” to 42” depending. I stock the best rayon silky piping I recommend the 1/8”For piping you will need at least very minimum 7 yards this is an estimate it depends where you want to put it like around the collar, etc. 10 yards is safer.The Bias Tier Coat is cut on the straight grain but worn on the bias, so there is subtle shaping to the body without the visual distraction of fitting darts of other seaming. The straight grain cut also allows for easier and more controlled stitching. The design has kimono sleeves, a standing collar and is an ideal pattern for directional or art-dyed fabrics with decorative trim inserted at each seam. The coat would be great in woven wool coating, medium-heavy weight silks, cottons or some synthetics. The pattern is best done in a fabric with directional characteristics such as stripes, ribs, patterns or nap -- for instance, corduroy would be very interesting -- but it is not appropriate for knits or stretch fabrics. It may also be done as a jacket with fewer sections or even as a dress in softer fabrics. The pattern is graded in small (6-8), medium (10-14) and large (16-18) but the bias and choice of fabric will allow it to be size flexible. Lining pattern included.This pattern requires intermediate to advanced sewing skills -- not for beginners.Yardage as follows: Coat45” small/ 5 3/8, med/lg 5 1/2 yards54” small/ 4 1/2, medium 4 5/8, large 4 3/4 yards Lining45” small 4 1/8, medium 4 1/4, large 4 3/8 yards54” small 3 3/4, 3 7/8, 4 yards
CFPD: CB Bolero Jacket Pattern
$22.00
In the 1950’s and 60’s Balenciaga delved into his Spanish origins with it’s tradition of ecclesiastical robes, bull fighting, and court costumes - as inspiration for his sculptural cuts. While the designs appeared complex, they usually had a simple cut which depended on characteristics of the fabric and it’s careful manipulation during construction to throw the grain or absorb a dart or yield the right amount of fullness to defy gravity. The CB Bolero is inspired by this period.The Concept:The “collar” pattern piece is actually only the back collar. The appearance of a collar in front is actually a continuation of the jacket front piece, starting at the side seam, folding back at the CF and joining the back collar at the shoulder. This cut gives the illusion that the jacket is a folded circle.Easy to assemble it has a set in 3⁄4 sleeve and is best suited to reversible fabrics since both sides will show. If hemmed, the hem must reverse where the collar drapes into a fold on the front. No turn is necessary when the hem is bound or serged continuously. No closure and only four pattern pieces. Sizing is XS to XL.Sizing and fit notes:Elegant, easy to sew and wear, this bolero sits on the shoulders with no closure, therefore it is recommended to fit slightly snug across the back and shoulder, which is hidden under the collar. Finished garment measurement across the upper back and shoulders, ending about 1” below the shoulder apex seam are approximate and as follows: XS/14.5”, SM/ 15.25”, MED/16”, LG/16.75”, XL/17.25.”Suggested Fabrics:A variety of fabrics are suitable, each lending different characteristics to the cut and drape. The softer crepes will drape closer to the body and heavier fabrics will stand away. To highlight the folded circle illusion, reversible fabrics will be best and sheers will show interesting transparent layers. Double weaves, crepes, anything with some body and drape. Heavier wovens with a little stretch to hug the shoulders can also work - for example medium stretch woolens.Options:
This coat will also be successful in a shorter length as a true bolero or sleeveless in a sheer or embellished fabric. Alternately, the jacket may be cut longer or may be tapered longer in the back for dramatic effect.
It is also possible to completely line the jacket in another fabric or color, enclosing all the edges. With this option, the front and back pieces should be joined at the side seams and lined, leaving the shoulders open. The sleeve seams stitched and line and the collar lined. The three parts are then assembled at the shoulder, armholes and neckline, hand finishing the underside of the seams (see tutorial on the blog).
Notions and Trims:
Binder for the entire jacket/collar hem, 4 to 8 yards depending on fabric stretch and trim.1 yard 1/8” twill tape (or whatever you have on hand) to secure back neck seam Optional shoulder pads – add a nice shape.
Yardage 2 5/8 to 3 yards
CFPD: CB Circle Coat Half Scale
$20.00
Inspired by Balenciaga’s Opera Coat of the 1950’s, this half scale design is actually a full circle with set-in sleeves. The collar is a large fold which has been both pleated and gathered into the neck band. A variety of closures is possible at the center front neck and a separate neck ‘tie‘ is attached at the center back and ties in the center front. Lining is optional.
The CB Circle Coat draped and developed for the MySize Barbie doll, the 36" doll which we convert to a half scale dress form with a form cover.
CFPD: CB Paletot Half Scale Pattern Download
$12.95
Inspired by Balenciaga’s Paletot of the 1950’s, this design has a unique hidden ribbon which invisibly holds the pleats from the neck to the wrist. The pattern is half scale but can be enlarged to full scale and it is one size. It is best done in a drape-able fabric like silk or wool crepe (sample) or a rayon blend. Lining is optional. Appropriate for intermediate or advanced skills.
Yes! you can very easily enlarge this pattern to full scale, file includes 1 inch gridlines for enlarging.
CFPD: CB Spiral Blouse
$22.00
This full scale pattern is fashioned after one demonstrated by Salvador who managed Monsieur Balenciaga’s tailoring atelier during the Golden Age of Couture in the mid-20th Century. It is a single bias-cut pattern piece which comprises the front, back and spiral sleeve of an easy fitting top. The back hangs in a cowl at the hip and there are no side or shoulder seams. It may be worn open or closed in front. Fits 8 - 16 with adjustments.
This pattern is is appropriate for intermediate or advanced skills.
CFPD: CC Fold Skirt Paper Pattern
$27.00
Once upon a time a former student brought her aunt's unforgettable skirt to class, done by a famous Parisian designer. I had to try it -- and here it is. This skirt is deceptively simple, using a single pattern piece with no visible vertical seams. It closes with two bias sashes that tie in the back, creating a single front fold with a hidden zipper on the right under the fold. The skirt is cut on the straight with a contour facing at the back waist. Sizes 8 - 18.
For intermediate and advanced skills.
CFPD: CJ Mantle Flower Collar Pattern
$15.50
Charles James had a talent for very unusual pieces that turned heads and his version of this mantle did the job in black velvet and white satin. Our version is in two-toned taffeta and works for day and evening -- even for rain. It is one pattern piece which is lined and threaded through the center with a thick sash which gathers the mantle to fit. It can be worn open like shawl or closed like a cape collar. It requires intermediate sewing skills and one size fits all.Pattern requires 2 pieces 2 1/8 yards long and 33” wide.
CFPD: Cocoon Coat Pattern
$28.00
Inspired by the elegant molded look of the toppers in the era of Balenciaga.
The Cocoon Jacket is soft draping through the shoulder and bust and slightly tapers to a curved hem ending at hip length. Deep dolman sleeves begin at the upper hip and are one piece seamed at the shoulder, darted, and continue into funnel neckline shape. Sleeves are 3/4 length with a tear drop opening at the wrist. Back neck and front opening are faced in an all in one front and back facing piece with no closure. Optional welt pockets include options for both a narrow double welt or a wider single welt. Optional lining is included.
Variations on a Theme
This design works well in a variety of fabrics which can change the use of the jacket. In a taffeta as a self lined jacket (jacket pieces cut out twice, no facings), making all the edges enclosed seams, is fast to cut and stitch completely by machine - a quick evening or rain jacket with a zip front. Piping can also be applied around the front facing or decorative stitching along each side of the body seams to accentuate the cut. It can also be cut longer to full length for a dramatic 1920’s effect in a slight taper or straight down.
Sizing XS to 3X: Bust 34” to 53” and Hip 36” t0 55” - please note if you are larger than the 3x measurement this pattern is quite roomy and forgiving you may still use the 3x to up another couple of inches.
Preliminary Considerations
Depending on your chosen fabric take a moment to decide how you would like to interface your jacket. The funnel shaped neck may need support. Also note that the one piece sleeve wraps from the front to the back so any napped fabrics will be up on one side and down on the other. If matched to alternate properly with the front and back pieces this can yield interesting resutls when reflecting light.
Fabric Recommendations
Wool coating, napped soft or heavy weight velvets, brocades, crisp organza, taffeta, and faille. Also suitable, novelty fabrics, denim, wide wale corduroy, and water repellent fabrics.
Sewing tips will be posted at centerforpatterndesign.com
CFPD: Crescent Pleat Bolero
$11.00
$22.00
This one-size pattern is a single pattern piece with two seams and a standing collar. It is not intuitively assembled but magically yields a fitted bolero that accommodates a variety of proportional figure differences and sizes. The pattern is already expanded so that it may be pleated using a Japanese method similar to shibori work on a pole with fishing line and boiling water. See a video from Anne Selby here using a pole, whatever works.
It requires 1.75 yards of 58"-60" 100% polyester fabric for permanent pleating. It is quickly finished with serged narrow rolled edges and has no closures. Hems can fall on a decorative selvedge or they may also be separately finished.
CFPD: Half Scale CB Circle Coat Download
$12.00
Pattern comes in half scale on a 1" grid to make enlarging easier.
Inspired by Balenciaga's Opera Coat of the 1950's, this half scale designer is actually a full circle with set-in sleeves. The collar is a large fold which has been both pleated and gathered into the neck band. A variety of closures is possible at the center front neck and a separate neck "tie" is attached at the center back and ties in the center front. Lining is optional.
This is a digital pattern. After purchase you will receive a link. Please download and save to your desktop as soon as possible to avoid any confusion.
