New Pattern Releases :: Vixen Bralette and Vixen Bikini & Thong

May 11, 2022

Get ready to sew up something to make you feel comfortable and cute at the same time! This double release with the Vixen Bralette and the Vixen Bikini & Thong make the perfect set for underwear and bralette or swimsuit! The options seem endless and they’re quick and fun to sew up too.

If you’re nervous to jump into undergarments or swim, both these tutorials are packed full with links to helpful blog posts and videos along the way! So whether you’re ready to lounge in a perfect cotton spandex set or ready to rock your set at the pool, the two new Vixen patterns are perfect for you!

The Vixen Bralette comes with both cross back (my personal favorite) and straight straps. This cross back has the crossing section a bit lower than most, taking the strain off the neck and onto the stronger part of your upper back… can we say YESSSS comfort!! Still worried you wont like those cross straps? (Whispers…try it…) You can opt for the straight straps. All options are fully lined with 1/4″ elastic in the seams giving natural support for the bust without that uncomfortable underwire. You can also choose to innerline the front pieces with powermesh or cups to add even more support. Make a perfect fitting bralette or a bikini top with just different fabric choice.

The Vixen Bikini & Thong can give you a partially lined or fully lined bottom to match too. Use a cotton spandex for undies or swim knit for a bikini bottom. The open sides give the illusion of legs for days for a flattering fit.The front still has you covered nicely and the back is a perfect cheeky look with just a little cheek sneaking out.

Both come with a few band options that are so much fun! You can finish with an exposed elastic for a sporty look, stretch lace trim for a beautiful look, short knit band for a gorgeous inside and out, or a tall knit band for more coverage. If you use a knit band (and fully lined bottoms) you can create a FULLY REVERSIBLE item! How fun is that? The knit band is the most challenging option though, so if you’re not an intermediate sewist with undergarments and swimsuits…try one of the other first 🙂

Sizes include: XXS – Plus 5X for the Adult Hourglass Figure.

But wait! I also include a Small Bust and a Full Bust Adjusted pieces for the Vixen Bralette… what does that mean exactly? If your upper and full bust are one size away from each other, I’ve already done the bust adjustment for you. PARTY TIME!

That means less time adjusting and more sewing time!

Both Vixen patterns are a tight fit that need high stretch knits with good recovery. Not a lot of options for fabric choice on these one, a cotton spandex makes a perfect lounge set and swim knits make a gorgeous swimsuit option. Other than that there aren’t many high stretch knits that are breathable with good recovery for undies… some rib knits might work. You could use an athletic knit for a light support athletic/yoga bra top too.

*Want to learn more about how to measure yourself for these pattern? We’ve got you covered with an in-depth blog HERE. And for even more helpful fun, we have a free* printable that you can use to help record your measurements as you take them. And in case you’re new to Patterns for Pirates and PDF patterns in general, we have a great blog full of new-user tips HERE to help you get started! As with all of our current releases and updates, the pdfs now include our layers feature and can be found in Letter, A4, A0 and projector sizes.

Let’s take a look at the different ways we can sew up these patterns!

VIXEN BRALETTE OPTIONS:

BACK OPTIONS ::

UNDER BUST FINISHES ::

CUSTOMIZED SUPPORT LEVEL ::

VIXEN BIKINI & THONG:

BOOTY OPTIONS ::

WAISTBAND FINISHES ::

RISE OPTIONS ::

FABRIC CHOICES ::

FULLY LINED, KNIT BAND OPTION GIVES A FULLY REVERSIBLE FINISH ::

I’ve sewn up a huge stack of Vixen sets and I can’t wait to see you enjoy these patterns too! Head on over to the shop and grab yourself a copy of these new patterns! They are available on sale (no code needed) through 11:59pm CST, May 18, 2022.

Want to get both new patterns or pick a different swim top/bottom to go with your new Vixen?

Use code: swimbundle for any bikini top or bottom in the shop to get special bundle discount during the release sale!

Warning though, if you make a new Vixen Bralette to match your most favorite pair of Cutie Booty Boxer Breifs… you’ll suddenly notice how faded those favorites are!!!

Vixen Bralette | Vixen Bikini & Thong

P4P Swim Collection

Hoping for a little inspiration? Head over to our Facebook group where you can see tester albums full of amazing images!

Vixen Bralette Album | Vixen Bikini & Thong Album

Sugar Maple Skirt :: Easy Hacks

April 12, 2022

Have you heard the news? P4P just dropped our latest pattern and it’s the swishiest, twirliest thing we’ve put out in a while!

The Sugar Maple Skirt is an a-line skirt with a full circle drop yoke. It is designed to be worn at the natural waist and comes in four lengths: mini, knee, tea and maxi. The top yoke has a flattering, body skimming silhouette, while the fuller part of the skirt joins just below the booty.

Whichever length you choose, each provides for ALL the swishy, twirly goodness that you could hope for in a skirt. The Sugar Maple is a great basic skirt pattern to have, an excellent sewing project for beginners, and it comes together so quickly that you’ll end up making multiple before you even know what happened!

Before you do anything else, go read all about the newest pattern: the Sugar Maple Skirt! It’s available in Adult – Hourglass and Youth sizes and is just the sweetest.

But guess what we went and did? We made it even sweeter by giving you some super easy, super fun pattern hacks to take the pattern a little further!

Dress Hack

The best way to get a little bit of twirl into your life is with the new Sugar Maple Skirt, I think we can all agree on that! If you love the twirly, whirly skirt but like the ease of a dress then this hack is for you. My daughter is now 8 and insists on picking her own outfits, but some of her choices can be pretty adventurous and she loves a colour clash. For me, a dress is the easiest option every time. I matched the Sugar Maple Skirt with the bodice of the Rainbow Dress Youth

They meshed together perfectly!

: Sugar Maple Skirt

: Rainbow Dress bodice

All I had to do was cut out the bodice of the Rainbow Dress and Sugar Maple Skirt as normal and just omit the waistband for the skirt. I sewed them each up individually as per their instructions and then laid them down next to each other to check they would fit together nicely at the waist.

I had to shave a smidge off the side seams at the waist of the bodice to get a perfect fit, but it was only 1/4″ either side. Then quarter your bodice and skirt pieces at the waist, using clips or pins.

Flip the skirt up and over the bodice so they are right sides together, and clip them together.

Finally, just sew the skirt to the bodice and you’re done. It’s as easy as that!

Twirl away to your heart’s content. I hope you love your new dress as much as we do. Happy Sewing! Dana xx

Skort Hack

As soon as the testers started talking about their plans for the Sugar Maple Skirt, many of them decided that it’d be the perfect skirt to turn into a skort — and we have the perfect pattern to help create that with the Peg Leg Leggings! Many thanks to Kalene Bartlett, our tester extraordinare, who photographed her steps of making the ::perfect:: skort! My sisters-in-law are big runners and I think they’d adore a running skirt like this! But I’ve also heard that plenty of mommas would love to have some added coverage for chasing littles around during the warmer months….not to mention it’s a perfect solution for fighting off that dreaded thigh chafing experience while rocking skirts. Because the Sugar Maple Skirt is meant to sit at the high waist, you’ll want to cut the Peg Legs pattern at the high-waisted cut line. You’ll need:

Peg Legs Leggings, in shortie / biker length…depending on the length of your skirt (assembled per the pattern instructions)
Sugar Maple Waistband
Sugar Maple Skirt top + drop yokes (assembled per the pattern instructions)

Mark the quarter points on both the Peg Legs and Sugar Maple skirt. Slide the Peg Legs inside of the skirt, right side of the Pegs facing the wrong side of the Sugar Maple. Pin/clip in place.

Find the quarter points of the waistband, and slide over the Sugar Maple / Peg Legs pieces…matching previously marked quarter points.

Sew all 3 pieces together, stretching the waistband and Peg Legs slightly to match — careful not to stretch the skirt opening.

Flip waistband up. Hem skirt and shorts.

You’re finished! Now go be like Kalene and be cut, comfortable AND covered in your new Peg Legs / Sugar Maple Skort!

I am beyond excited to see the Sugar Maple Skirts that you make! Head on over to the shop and grab yourself a copy of these new patterns! They are available on sale (no code needed) through 11:59pm CST, April 17, 2022.

Sugar Maple Skirt – Adult | Sugar Maple Skirt – Youth | Sugar Maple Skirt BUNDLE

Hoping for a little inspiration before diving into some Sugar Maple sewing? Head over to our Facebook group where you can see tester albums full of amazing images!

Sugar Maple Skirt: Adult Album | Sugar Maple Skirt: Youth Album

New Pattern Release :: Sugar Maple Skirt

April 11, 2022

Happy Spring, Pirate Friends! I have a confession to make: I love wearing skirts. Love them! If you see me during the warmer months, I’m rocking a skirt all the time. It’s such an easy way to look like you’re put together, and they actually help keep you cooler than a pair of shorts. Plus if the skirt has a twirl or swish factor to it, it’s just bonus!

I am so beyond excited to share with you my first ::official:: pattern launch with P4P! Thank you all so much for being part of my journey in the sewing world, it’s like a dream come true to be here today sharing with you my pattern: the Sugar Maple Skirt!

I (Katy) have been living in West Virginia since I moved here for college, and to infuse my love for the Mountain State into things I produce, the names will all be WV inspired. The Sugar Maple is our state tree — thus it’s now the name of our ::new:: set of patterns!

The Sugar Maple is a great basic skirt pattern to have, an excellent sewing project for beginners, and it comes together so quickly that you’ll end up making multiple before you even know what happened! You can use this pattern to create something casual, flirty, conservative, dressy, and everything in between. The simple construction of the knit yoga style waistband is geared for comfort in wearing and the different lengths provide opportunity for any style you’re after.

The Sugar Maple Skirt is drafted for knit fabrics with at least 30% stretch. Practically any light-to-medium weight knits will work. Think: jersey knits, rayon/spandex blends, scuba, liverpool, dbp, “yummy” ribbed knits, etc. The waistband will need at least a 50% stretch horizontally, and requires good recovery. Look for a spandex/lycra content of 5% or more for your waistband. The higher the spandex content, harder your waistband will work to keep your skirt in place.

The youth sizes range from 3m – 14 and the adult sizes are for the full, newer size chart, extending from XXS – Plus 5X for the Adult Hourglass Figure.

And in case you’re new to Patterns for Pirates and PDF patterns in general, we have a great blog full of new-user tips HERE to help you get started!

As with all of our current releases and updates, the pdfs now include our layers feature and can be found in Letter, A4, A0 and projector sizes.

Worried about sewing up the Sugar Maple Skirt? Don’t be! We have a video that walks you through the entire construction process:

Let’s take a look at the different ways we can sew up these patterns!

SUGAR MAPLE SKIRT OPTIONS:

MINI LENGTH

KNEE LENGTH

TEA LENGTH

MAXI LENGTH

Sugar Maple Skirt – Adult | Sugar Maple Skirt – Youth | Sugar Maple Skirt BUNDLE

Hoping for a little inspiration before diving into some Sugar Maple sewing? Head over to our Facebook group where you can see tester albums full of amazing images!

Sugar Maple Skirt: Adult Album | Sugar Maple Skirt: Youth Album

We also provided for a couple extra ways to extend this pattern with our Sugar Maple Skirt – Easy Hacks. Go take a look!

New Pattern Release :: Grace Dress

March 22, 2022

I have been longing for spring weather…and with that day dreaming of warmer weather came the vision of the Grace Dress…but it is still flipping back and forth WILDLY from cold to warm here, so I made sure to have some cooler weather options too…

The Grace Dress is a perfect woven dress that can take you year round and give you enough styles to create some amazingly wardrobe staples. With all the different sleeves, length options, and the comfortable and flattering silhouette you will be fun, flirty, and romantic with this gorgeous flowy style.

The Grace Dress is a great basic woven dress. You can use this pattern to build perfect classic dresses with that will take you to any occasion. Drafted for a non-stretch, woven apparel fabric with good drape means you will be able to swish and swoosh your skirts around feeling extra glamourous. The different length and sleeve options mean you can use this pattern to create a wide variety of finished dresses that work for any season.

The above knee length is a fun length for warmer months, but if you prefer a little more coverage on your legs add the ruffle option to go to knee length. The midi length is a very on trend length going to mid calf and looking very polished. And the maxi length is a gorgeous vacation look with the ruffle along the bottom that will have you feeling like a million bucks!

The sleeves are all a romantic silhouette with flutter sleeves both short sleeved and a half sleeve length for those who want that flutter look, but want more arm coverage. 3/4 and long sleeves are perfect for cooler weather and are a phenomenal bishop with all that lush fullness around the the bottom of the sleeve. The v neckline is a perfect open neckline that is super flattering, but high enough that it can be worn to all events.

If these weren’t enough options, you can also choose to make the bodice a button up bodice (hello nursing friendly) or the entire dress button up… which is worth the extra time and effort of adding because it is absolutely adorable! Worried about sewing up the Grace? DON’T! We have helpful blog posts and videos linked on almost every single step in the tutorial! Here are just some of the videos in the tutorial in the Grace Dress Youtube Playlist.

The options for the Grace Dress include:

Short Flutter Sleeve, Half Flutter Sleeve, 3/4 Bishop Sleeve, Long Bishop Sleeve
Knee/Above Knee, Knee with Ruffle, Midi, and Maxi with Ruffle
Plain Bodice, Button Up Bodice Only, Button Up Dress
Youth also includes a button on back bodice for plain option for getting over baby/toddler noggins easily

And in case you’re new to Patterns for Pirates and PDF patterns in general, we have a great blog full of new-user tips HERE to help you get started! As with all of our current releases and updates, the pdfs now include our layers feature and can be found in Letter, A4, A0 and projector sizes. And for even more helpful fun, we have a free* printable that you can use to help record your measurements as you take them.

Let’s take a look at the different ways we can sew up these patterns!

GRACE DRESS OPTIONS

SLEEVE OPTIONS :: SHORT FLUTTER, HALF FLUTTER

SLEEVE OPTIONS :: 3/4 BISHOP, LONG BISHOP

SKIRT LENGTHS :: KNEE/ABOVE KNEE ADULT, KNEE WITH RUFFLE, MIDI, AND MAXI WITH RUFFLE

BUTTON UP OPTIONS :: PLAIN BODICE, BUTTON UP BODICE ONLY, BUTTON UP DRESS

FABRIC INSPIRATIONS ::

I can’t wait to see everyone feeling fabulous in their new Grace Dresses! Head on over and grab yourself a copy of the new patterns! They are available on sale (no code needed) through 11:59pm CST, Saturday March 30, 2022.

Grace Dress- YOUTH

Grace Dress- ADULT

Grace Dress BUNDLE

Head over to our Facebook group where you can see tester albums full of amazing images!

Grace Dress – Youth Album

Grace Dress-Adult Album

We also have a few hacks to show off as well here:

Grace Dress- Hack Blog Post

Grace Dress- Easy Hacks

March 22, 2022

Ahoy pirates! The newest P4P pattern is here and it’s a must have. The gorgeous Grace dress features so many sleeves options but we just had to show you one more. We couldn’t let this release happen without showcasing probably the easiest hack in the history of hacks…the Grace flared sleeve.

Djem here, with another simple hack for some cool flared sleeves! Can’t decide between the flutter sleeve or the bishop sleeve? Want a mash of the two? Flared sleeves is the answer!

This can be done using either the 3/4 sleeve or long sleeve bishop options. Simply omit the elastic and then finish the hem using the narrow hem instructions for the flutter sleeve. Voila!

Facing Hack

If you, like me, are getting ready to cut out the fabric for your Grace Dress and realise that you have forgotten to buy your lining fabric, you can very easily make a facing instead. It won’t work if you are using a translucent fabric, like a chiffon (as you will be able to see the facing through the main fabric) but for the crepe I had picked out for my Grace, it worked perfectly.

First of all you will start by taking your main bodice front and back pieces, and drafting your facing pieces. I use a projector these days, but if you have a paper pattern you can use a tracing paper or just re print the pages that give you the necklines of both bodice pieces.

Take your front bodice and trace off the original neck cutline, then using a measuring tape or ruler mark 2 inches away along the length of the neckline. Then join the dots. You can use a French curve to help you here.

Do the same for the back bodice neckline. These will be your facing pieces.

Cut these out of your fabric and you will have two pieces that look like this.

Then cut out the same facing pieces from a light weight interfacing. This will help stabilise the neckline and give a better finish. Apply the interfacing to the wrong side of your facing pieces following the manufacturers instructions.

Sew them together, rights sides together, at the shoulder seams.

If you haven’t already, sew your front and back main bodice pieces together at the shoulder seam. Then lay your facing pieces, rights sides together with the main bodice pieces, matching the fronts and backs together and matching the shoulder seams. Sew them together around the neckline. Making sure not to stretch the fabric as you sew.

Finish the raw edge (the long, outer curved edge you haven’t just sewn to the bodice) of your facing using a serger or your preferred method. Using a sharp pair of scissors, like these duck bill scissors, CAREFULLY trim down your facing seam allowance only to a ¼”. This will layer the seam allowances and reduce bulk. Then clip along the neckline, up to, but not through, the seam line. Turn through and give it a good press.

You now have two options. You can use a hemming tape, like this Wundaweb, to fuse the facing to the outer which stops it flipping out, or you can top stitch the facing down. I did both!

That’s it. You can now finish the rest of your garment as per the tutorial.

Enjoy your beautiful new frock.

Happy Sewing!

Dana x

How gorgeous do Djem and Dana look? I must admit, I will be adding these sleeves to my next Grace dress. I am thinking lace! I can’t wait to what your take will be on the Grace dress.

New Pattern Release :: Modern Sweater

February 2, 2022

I’m celebrating my birthday today by sharing this brand new pattern with you! I hope you love it as much as we do! The Modern Sweater is the perfect balance of on trend details with classic looks that you can reach for years to come. The neckline is a perfect relaxed crew neck with several options to finish it off. The entire sweater is finished with bands, making it a super quick and simple sew…. it’s very easy to make a big stack! The loose fit is a great medium between comfortable and cozy and still figure flattering. The length options mean you can pair it with any bottoms you’re loving at the moment.

The Modern Sweater is the perfect comination of modern looks with classic options too. You can choose from the on trend lantern sleeves or go with the traditional sleeves. Pick from crop lengths that is all the rage right now with high waisted bottoms or go for the never out of style shirt length. You can add on a short or tall waistband a get more variety on length as well. The crop with tall waistband gives you more coverage while keeping the blouse at the flattering point in your figure…while adding it to the shirt length will give you more of a tunic length. The neckline options can give you very different looks and can take you from fall into winter. The neckline is slightly deeper and wider that a traditional crew neckline, which is comfortable and right on trend in todays shops. The thicker neckband give it a super classic casual look. The turtleneck going from that deeper neckline up the neck is such a cute look. While you can’t get cozier than the fold over turtleneck for keeping warm. The options for the Modern Sweater include:

Neckband, Turtleneck, and Fold Over Turtleneck
Crop Length and Shirt Length
Short Waistband and Tall Waistband
Traditional Sleeves and Lantern Sleeves
Solid Bodice and Sleeves and Colorblocked Bodice and Sleeves

The youth sizes range from 3m – 14 and the adult sizes are for the full, newer size chart, extending from XXS – Plus 5X for the Adult Hourglass Figure. *Want to learn more about how to measure yourself for these pattern? We’ve got you covered with an in-depth blog HERE. And in case you’re new to Patterns for Pirates and PDF patterns in general, we have a great blog full of new-user tips HERE to help you get started! As with all of our current releases and updates, the pdfs now include our layers feature and can be found in Letter, A4, A0 and projector sizes. And for even more helpful fun, we have a free* printable that you can use to help record your measurements as you take them.

Let’s take a look at the different ways we can sew up these patterns!

MODERN SWEATER OPTIONS

BODICE LENGTHS ::

SLEEVE OPTIONS ::

COLORBLOCKED OPTIONS ::

NECKLINE OPTIONS ::

FABRIC INSPIRATIONS ::

I cannot wait to see everyone’s Modern Sweaters… and it won’t be long, becuase they’re so quick to whip up! Head on over and grab yourself a copy of the new patterns! They are available on sale (no code needed) through 11:59pm CST, Saturday February 7, 2022.

MODERN SWEATER- YOUTH

MODERN SWEATER- ADULT

MODERN SWEATER BUNDLE

Head over to our Facebook group where you can see tester albums full of amazing images!

Modern Sweater – Youth Album

Modern Sweater-Adult Album

2021 Holiday Freebies :: Claire Wrap

December 2, 2021

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends! We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you! Over the years, we’ve compiled different tutorials and patterns that we think would make *perfect* gifts for your friends and family. Curious about what we’ve already released in the way of holiday freebies? Head right here to see all of them: Holiday Freebies Roundup.

Today, we are bringing you the: Claire Wrap!

This wrap is inspired by no other than Claire Fraser from the show Outlander. I’ve not personally seen the show, but I have plenty of people in my life that watch it religiously. I saw a wrap Claire was wearing in an image from the show and felt like it’d be such a great accessory to have for myself!

As there are four sizes, it felt right to name them like this. 😉

Supplies Needed:

Claire Wrap pattern pieces
2 Yards Knit Fabric

**A wide range of knit fabrics can be used for this. I recommend something with a little bit of stretch, so when it’s being worn over the shoulder it moves more easily with you.

TUTORIAL

With right sides together, sew along edge of main pieces.

——–

In case you consider yourself a more “visual learner” here’s a video tutorial that walks you through the entire tutorial, start-to-finish.

Check out what our fabulous testers were able to create with this very same tutorial!

The best part about this wrap is that it can be worn SO MANY different ways!

I la-la-love when you share your photos with me! Head over to the Patterns for Pirates Facebook Group and show us what you’ve made!

Happy Holidays, Pirates!

2021 Holiday Freebies :: Earflap Hat

December 2, 2021

Today, we are bringing you the: Earflap Hat!

Who doesn’t love a quick and easy (and comfy) knit hat?? It’s a perfect go-to for the cooler months, and this hat is actually an incredible basic — I have so many ideas for how to dress it up! All seams end up fully enclosed, so it’s actually reversible too! Grab your favorite combo of fabrics and you’ll get 2-in-1 hats from this sweet little pattern!

Supplies Needed:

Earflap Hat pattern pieces
Less than 1/3 yard knit fabric

**if using a thicker fleece / fun fur for the lining, I’d recommend sizing up!

TUTORIAL

Step 1: Place back piece, right sides up.

——–

In case you consider yourself a more “visual learner” here’s a video tutorial that walks you through the entire tutorial, start-to-finish.

Check out what our fabulous testers were able to create with this very same tutorial!

I la-la-love when you share your photos with me! Head over to the Patterns for Pirates Facebook Group and show us what you’ve made!

Happy Holidays, Pirates!

2021 Holiday Freebies :: Shiver Me Slipper Socks

December 1, 2021

Today, we are bringing you the: Shiver Me Slipper Socks!

My feet are ALWAYS cold in the winter. And big, fluffy slipper socks are pretty much my favorite thing ever to help combat the cold. It’s been on my list to make this pattern for a couple of years now and I’m super excited to be officially bringing them to y’all!

Supplies Needed:

Shiver Me Slipper Socks pattern pieces
less than 1/2 Yard each, Lining + Main Fleece Fabric

TUTORIAL

Fold one of the main Sock pieces in half, with right sides together. Using 1/2″ seam allowance, stitch along the curve.

I left enough height on these slippers so you can wear them folded, for a cute cuffed look, or unfolded for a taller sock. Your choice! I’m excited to see what you prefer!

In case you consider yourself a more “visual learner” here’s a video tutorial that walks you through the entire tutorial, start-to-finish.

Check out what our fabulous testers were able to create with this very same tutorial!

I la-la-love when you share your photos with me! Head over to the Patterns for Pirates Facebook Group and show us what you’ve made!

Happy Holidays, Pirates!

2021 Holiday Freebies :: Scrunchie Crown

November 30, 2021

Today, we are bringing you the: Scrunchie Crown!

The Scrunchie Crown will having you feel like royalty in no time at all. At it’s most basic form, it’s a headband. At it’s Pirate form, it’s a gorgeous crown-like headband that is super fun to wear (and can also double as a standard oversized scrunchie for buns).

Supplies Needed: