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NEW PATTERN RELEASE FOR ALL MY VALENTINES <3 JUDY TEE <3

February 10, 2025

I have something for you! <3

 

 

The sizes are 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 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.
  • We’ve also got an excellent planning tool for you with our Coloring Pages. It’s a resource that is updated with every new pattern addition, this pattern included!
  • Need a way to keep track of the P4P patterns you have? We’ve gone through all of our patterns and created an interactive PDF for you! Grab your copy HERE.

The Judy Tee pattern is the perfect quick and casual tee. It features a dropped shoulder and loose, boxy shape.  You can choose from a classic crew neckline or a scoop neckline.  Lengths include a short crop option, a top option that hits about high hip and a shirt length with a curved hemline.  You can opt for short sleeves or long sleeves to make this pattern work all year long.


Pattern options for the Judy Tee pattern include:

  • Lengths: Crop/ Top / Shirt
  • Neckline: Crew / Scoop
  • Sleeves: Short/ Long Sleeves
  • All Versions Feature a Dropped Shoulder

The Judy Tee pattern is drafted for t-shirt jersey knits.

Specific fabric suggestions: triblend jerseys, cotton jersey, ribbed knits, sweater knit, modal/bamboo/rayon spandex blends, etc.

 

Like to watch videos? We’ve got you! The tutorial includes a link to a full sew along sew up.

I can’t wait to see everyone’s Judy Tee and I hope ya’ll love it as much as I do!

The pattern will be free to all.  Remember that ALL FREE patterns on the site expire after 30 days of purchasing.  So, make sure to purchase when you’re ready to download and sew it up… or make sure to save your download somewhere safe. You can always check out again if you misplace your file though.

Grab your copy of the Judy Tee pattern here: Judy Tee

As always, we’ve got more photos for you to use as inspiration! Head over to the Facebook group to browse our albums full of gorgeous photos, compliments of our tester team! Judy Tee Facebook Group Album

 

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2023 Holiday Freebies :: Snowfall Shrug

December 1, 2023

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Snowfall Shrug!

The Snowfall Shrug is unique in design, in that it is a ZERO WASTE design. What does that mean exactly? Zero waste sewing patterns use up every inch of the yardage without any waste / scraps that get tossed, meaning it’s a little more sustainable than a typical sewing endeavor.

The Snowfall Shrug is a classic shrug or bolero. It is a 3/4 “batwing” style sleeve and is a one-size pattern that falls across your shoulders. It’s a great addition when you need a little extra cozy coverage!

Fabric Requirements / Recommendations: 

  • 3/4 Yard knit fabric, 40-50% stretch minimum

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here:

  • Snowfall Shrug pattern pieces

TUTORIAL:

Cut out all of your pieces. You’ll need:

– 1 Bodice Piece, cut on fold
– 2 Cuff Pieces (cut from main bodice piece)

This is a no-waste pattern, meaning we use up the entire length and width of the fabric.

1.) Lay the bodice piece, right sides up, with the cut-out corners at the top, furthest from you.

2.) With right sides together, fold one bottom corner up towards the top. Match along the raw edges of the cutout and the long top edge.

3.) Repeat on the opposite side. Sew along both top raw edges, using 1/2″ seam allowance.

4.) Using 1/2″ hem allowance, hem middle opening.

5.) Fold cuff piece left-to-right, with right sides together.

6.) Fold in half again, from top-to-bottom.

7.) You’ll now have two folded edges. Sew with 1/2″ seam allowance along raw side edge.

8.) Flip right sides out.

Repeat with other cuff.

9.) Baste at 1/8″ and 1/2″ to create gather stitches at sleeve opening.

10.) Gather sleeve opening to match size of cuff.

11.) Slide cuff over sleeve opening, matching along the raw edges. Sew using 1/2″ seam allowance.

12.) Flip cuff away from sleeve.

13.) Repeat steps 9-12 with opposite sleeve + cuff.

Your Snowfall Shrug is complete! Throw it on for some extra cozy warmth while you make a few more for gifts this holiday season!

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

Before you go, take a look at these fantastic Snowfall Shrugs from our tester team!

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!

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2023 Holiday Freebies :: Mistletoe Earmuffs

November 30, 2023

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Mistletoe Earmuffs!

Fabric Requirements / Supplies Needed: 

  • 1/4 Yard Fleece / Sherpa / Faux Fur fabric
  • Fiber Fill (or other preferred filling)
  • Headband (I used these and they worked great)

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here:

  • Mistletoe Earmuffs pattern pieces

TUTORIAL:

Cut out all of your pieces. You’ll need:

– 4 Earmuff pieces
– Fiber Fill
– Headband

Lay two earmuff pieces right sides together. Sew around outer edge, leaving 1-2″ opening for turning.

Turn right side out.

Stuff with filling. Make sure not to overstuff.

Repeat with second earmuff.

Tuck in seam allowance and place headband inside of earmuff, through opening. Pin/clip into place.

Repeat with other earmuff.

**I highly recommend trying them on and seeing if any adjustments need to be made to the placement of the earmuffs.

Carefully glue headband to inside of earmuff, on both sides of the band.

Pinch in place, waiting for glue to dry.

Repeat with second earmuff.

Using a needle + thread, hand stitch remainder of opening.

You’re finished! How cute are these?

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

Before you go, sneak a peek at the cute Mistletoe Earmuffs that our testers created for themselves!

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!

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2023 Holiday Freebies :: Holiday Buttons

November 29, 2023

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Holiday Buttons!

Do you remember playing with Shrinky Dink material when you were younger? You’d draw on plastic film, cut it out and then watch magic happen in the oven as it shrunk down. Well did you know that they make ::printable:: shrink plastic?

You can relive your childhood memories, make something cool, AND have it be sewing related. What beats that?

NOTE: I wouldn’t recommend using these for clothing that will be worn frequently. They aren’t as strong as the buttons that you buy! However, they would be cute for accents on stockings or garments. You can even make wine glass charms or pendants.

Material Requirements / Recommendations: Printable Shrink Film (Grafix is a great brand, but sometimes harder to come by) + Mod Podge Dimensional Magic

Grab Your Printable Button Download Here: Holiday Buttons graphics

TUTORIAL:

Layout button graphics in your design software of choice – Canva, Silhouette, Word, etc. Set the design transparency to 75%. Colors will become more vibrant when the buttons shrink.

Buttons will shrink to 20% of their original size – so determine how large you want your final button to be and calculate accordingly. My examples started at 1 1/2″.

Print each button slightly larger than your hole punch size, if not using scissors or a cutting machine. That will make it a bit easier to punch your buttons with edge-to-edge designs.

Use a smaller hole punch for your button holes. You can also make charms for a necklace or wineglasses – just punch one hole closer to the edge, rather than 2.

I used a 1 1/2″ hole punch and a 6mm hole punch.

Shrink according to package directions. TIP! Place a heavy book on top of your buttons immediately upon removing from the oven to help flatten them out.

Use Mod Podge Dimensional Magic to seal and glaze your buttons.

Use 2 toothpicks to hold your button and keep the holes free of Dimensional Magic.

Don’t over apply Dimensional Magic! It will flow into the holes and clog them as they dry.

Carefully remove from toothpicks and allow to dry for 24 hours.

Enjoy your festive buttons!

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!

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2023 Holiday Freebies :: Cordial Can Coolers

November 28, 2023

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Cordial Can Coolers!

Honestly, we are shocked we didn’t think of this pattern earlier! Can coolers are such a great gift because you can never have too many. And the customization and personalization possibilities are endless! They make great stocking stuffers, teacher gifts, presents, craft booth items…you name it!

Fabric Requirements / Recommendations: 

  • 1/3 Yard (each) Main and Lining in Quilting Cotton + Fusible Fleece (affiliate link) for standard can
  • 3/8 Yard (each) Main and Lining in Quilting Cotton + Fusible Fleece (affiliate link) for tall can

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here:

  • Cordial Can Coolers pattern pieces

TUTORIAL:

Cut out all of your pieces. You’ll need:

– 1 Cut on Fold Main
– 1 Cut on Fold Lining
– 1 Cut on Fold Fusible Fleece Interfacing (or other preferred interfacing)

1. Iron interfacing to wrong side of main fabric.

2. Align Main + Lining pieces with right sides together.

3. Using 1/4″ seam allowance, (important to follow this SA or it won’t fit your can!) stitch along the top, bottom and middle edges.

4. Carefully clip the corners, making sure to not cut through your stitches.

5. Use pinking shears to trim down the extra fabric along the curved edge, to help for a smoother curved edge.

6. From one of the side openings, turn the can cooler right sides out.

7. Press.

8. Fold in half, with right sides (main fabric) together. Sew along both outer edges using 1/4″ seam allowance.

9. Use pinking shears or serge along raw edges, to help reduce fraying.

10. Turn right sides out and press. You’re finished!

You can decorate it with HTV or embroidery. Or leave it as-is and make a million more!

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

Before you go, take a look at these awesome can coolers that our testers created!

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!

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2023 Holiday Freebies :: Dino Nugget Plushies

November 27, 2023

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Dino Nuggest Plushies!

I have this very strong feeling that we are going to be seeing a ton of these cuties sewn up for gifts this holiday season! Well…and beyond. Because Dino Nugget Plushies have no season to them — they’re just always incredibly adorable! This pattern includes all five of the classic dino chicken nugget shapes: Stegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Brontosaurus, Pterodactyl, and Triceratops.

Make one, or make them all! They’re bound to be loved no matter what.

Fabric Requirements / Recommendations: Sherpa or Fleece fabric. Each dino takes 1/3 yard. If you’re making all shapes, you can get them all out of 1 1/4 yards.

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here: Dino Nugget Plushies pattern pieces

TUTORIAL:

Cut out all of your pieces. You’ll need:

  • 2 Dino shapes, cut in mirror image
  • Fiber Fill (or other preferred filling)

With right sides together, sew around entire outer edge with 1/2″ seam allowance, making sure to leave a 3-4″ opening for turning.

Be sure to take the full seam allowance at all of the corners and curves.

Carefully clip into the corners, making sure not to cut through your stitches.

Using the opening we left in the previous step, turn the dino right sides out.

Stuff with filling. Make sure not to overstuff, and to get all of the legs and tails and parts filled with stuffing equally.

Pin/clip and hand stitch the opening shut, using your favorite method.

Your first dino nugget is complete! Call it a day and snuggle this one — or go make the other four for a complete set!

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

Before you go, take a look at these ADORABLE Dino Nugget Plushies that our amazing tester team created!

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!

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2022 Holiday Freebies :: Merry Napkins

December 2, 2022

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Merry Napkins!

The Merry Napkins are the cutest, most festive thing to show up at your dining room table!  My son and I are always watching videos during the holidays to learn new, fun napkin folding techniques and this year I saved us some time by adding these to our place settings!  These napkins are incredibly quick to make, you can mix-match fabrics and prints, personalize them if you’d like, and they’d make amazing gifts this holiday season!

Fabric Requirements / Recommendations: 1-1/8 Yard Main Fabric + 1-1/8 Yard Lining Fabric will make 8 Merry Napkins

  • Each napkin piece is 20″ in length before sewing.
  • You can fit 4 across the width of a typical quilting cotton fabric.

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here: Merry Napkins pattern pieces

TUTORIAL: 

For each napkin you will need:

  • 1 main piece
  • 1 lining piece (cut in a mirror image)

Align the main and lining pieces against one another, with right sides together.

Using 1/2″ seam allowance, sew along entire outer edge.  Leave 2-3″ opening along straight edge for turning.

Trim down seam allowances, for smoother curves and sharper corners.

Turn right sides out, through opening.

Press and close opening, using your favorite method (blind stitch / top stitch / etc).

Optional (but recommended): top stitch along entire outer edge of napkin.

All finished! Now you just need to fold it into a tree shape.  Use the dotted lines of the pattern piece to guide you.

Align along straight edge of pattern piece.

Fold top corner down.

Make the second fold toward the back of napkin.

Make third fold toward the front of the napkin, completing your tree shape.

Slide pattern piece out and press, if desired.

Practice makes progress!  Fold them a few times using the pattern piece as a guide and you’ll be a pro in no time!

Now go make an entire set of napkins for your table this holiday season!

In case you consider yourself a more “visual learner” here’s a video tutorial that walks you through the entire tutorial, start-to-finish.  The video also demonstrates the folding process a few times, if you want to see it in live action form.

Before you go, take a look at what our super testers made using the Merry Napkin pattern!!

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!

 

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2022 Holiday Freebies :: Doggone Raglan

December 1, 2022

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Doggone Raglan!

 

We just added to our family of raglan patterns!  I honestly couldn’t help myself.  I’ve been wanting to make a dog raglan for a couple of years now and finally made it happen!  If I’m also being 100% transparent: I used it as an excuse for people to send me photos of their cute dogs!  What’s better than having a social media feed full of cute puppers in raglan tees?  Umm….NOTHING.

If you need a little refresher of our human-based raglan patterns: Jolly Roger Raglan (Youth Pattern) | Slim Fit Raglan (Hourglass Figure Pattern) | Relaxed Raglan (Hourglass Figure Pattern) | Weston Raglan (V Figure Pattern) | Ragdoll Raglan (Hourglass Figure Pattern)

Fabric Requirements / Recommendations: Knit fabric, less than 1 yard needed for all sizes.

  • at least 20% stretch for main body + sleeves
  • at least 40% stretch for bands

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here: Doggone Raglan pattern pieces

Select size based upon chest measurement and grade for length if needed.  There is a slight negative ease at the chest.  If your pup falls between sizes, selecting the next size up is recommended.

We have a P4P University blog post about Grading Sizes, but here’s a quick visual on adjusting the Doggone Raglan.

Now that we’ve got our pattern pieces prepped, let’s get to sewing!

TUTORIAL:

Cut out all of your pieces. You’ll need:
– 1 Back Piece cut on the fold
– 1 Chest Piece cut on the fold
– 2 Sleeves, mirrored
– 1 Bottom Band, cut on the fold
– 1 Neckband, cut on the fold
– 2 Sleeve Cuffs, cut on the fold

With right sides together, pin sleeve to Back bodice and stitch.

Repeat with opposite sleeve.

Place chest piece, with right side up.

With right sides together, pin sleeve to Chest bodice and stitch.

Repeat with opposite sleeve.

You will now have created a “circle” with all four pieces.

With right sides together, align shirt from sleeve hem, to armpit, to bottom hem and stitch.

Repeat with opposite site.

With right sides together, fold neckband in half, widthwise.

Stitch short ends together, creating a circle.

Fold the neckband in half, lengthwise, with wrong sides together, enclosing the seam.

Repeat steps with armbands and bottom band.

Pin / clip quarter and half markings on all bands.

Mark quarter points on bottom hem of shirt. Match side seams and place a pin or clip at front and back centers.

Match front and back centers, and place or clip at the two side quarter points.

Slip bottom band over shirt, with right sides together, matching raw edges and quarter points to one another.

The bottom band is a 1:1 ratio, but you will still need to ease in the curves a bit.

Stitch bottom band to shirt.

Press seam allowance toward bodice. Optional: topstitch.

Repeat similar steps with the neckband.

Mark quarter points on neck opening of shirt. Match side seams and place a pin or clip at front and back centers.

Slip neckband over shirt, with right sides together, matching raw edges and quarter points to one another.

The neckband is smaller than the neckline opening, and will need to be stretched slightly to fit while attaching.

Stitch neckband to shirt.

**Be careful to stretch the neckband only, and not your neck opening.

Press seam allowance down, toward bodice. Optional: topstitch.

Slip sleeve band over sleeve, with right sides together, matching raw edges to one another.

The sleeve band is smaller than the sleeve opening, and will need to be stretched slightly to fit while attaching.

Stitch sleeve band to sleeve.

**Be careful to stretch the band only, and not your sleeve opening.

Press seam allowance toward bodice.

Repeat with second sleeve.

You’re all done! Go find a cute furry friend to gift your new Doggone Raglan to!

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

Before you go, take a look at these ADORABLE furry Pirate friends in their Doggone Raglans!

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!

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2022 Holiday Freebies :: Holiday Hair Bows

November 30, 2022

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Holiday Hair Bows!

The Holiday Hair Bows are the cutest and most festive things you’ll probably make this holiday season!  Each bow finishes at 6″ wide and can be attached to hair ties / barrettes, be turned into an ornament for your tree, be used as decoration for your packages….or any other decorative use you can come up with!

There are four different bow designs included in this one free pattern: Santa, Snowman, Elf and Reindeer.  The construction is super simple and quick and you’ll be able to make a bunch of these Holiday Hair Bows in no time!

Fabric Requirements / Recommendations: Small Amounts of Quilting Cotton Fabrics for Bows / Felt for Reindeer Antlers + Snowman Tophat

Other supplies needed:

  • Lightweight Fusible Interfacing, if desired I like Pellon SF101, or Heat & Bond 3336
  • Hot Glue or Fabri-Tac
  • Yarn / small elastic / thread
  • An alligator clip / headband / hairtie / whatever you plan to attach to your bow.

Grab Your Pattern Pieces Here: Holiday Hair Bow pattern pieces

PATTERN PIECES NEEDED:

Reindeer Bow pieces needed:
– 2 Bow Tails, cut on fold
– 2 Antlers, mirror images (cut from felt)
– 1 Bow Center
– 1 Main Bow, cut on fold

Snowman Bow pieces needed:
– 2 Bow Tails, cut on fold
– 1 Main Bow, cut on fold
– 1 Bow Center
– 3 buttons
– 1 Tophat (cut from felt)

Santa Bow pieces needed:
– 1 Bow Tail, cut on fold
– 1 Bow Tail (piece 1), cut on fold
– 2 Bow Tail (piece 2)
– 2 Bow Tail (piece 3)
– 1 Bow Center
– 2 Main Bow (piece 1), cut on fold
– 1 Main Bow (piece 2), cut on fold

Elf Bow pieces needed:
– 1 main Bow, cut on fold
– 1 Bow Tail (back), cut on fold
– 1 Bow Tail (piece 1), cut on fold
– 2 Bow Tail (piece 2)
– 2 Bow Tail (piece 3), mirror
– 1 Bow Center

Now that we’ve got our pieces all cut and ready, let’s get to sewing up these cuties!

TUTORIAL

Basic Bow Construction:

Step 1: Place Bow Tails together, with right sides facing each other.

Sew along entire outer edge, using 1/4″ seam allowance. Be sure to leave 1.5-2″ opening for turning.

Step 2: Trim seam allowances for cleaner curves, turn Bow Tail right sides out through the opening you left.

Step 3: Using thread / yarn, tie off and cinch the center of Bow Tail. Set aside.

Step 4: Place main bow piece right sides. up. Fold in half, with right sides together, matching the long edges.

Step 5: Sew using 1/4″ seam allowance.

Step 6: Turn tube right sides out and press, with the seam moved to the center back.

Step 7: Place the main bow piece with right sides up. Fold in half, right sides together, meeting the short raw edges.

Step 8: Sew using 1/4″ seam allowance.

Step 10: Turn right sides out, hiding your seam allowance in the center of this new bow loop you’ve created. Center the seam in the middle back of the pattern piece.

Step 11: Using thread / yarn, tie off and cinch the center of the main bow piece.

Step 12: Attach the main bow to the bow tail, tying them together at their centers.

Step 13: Fold bow center into thirds and press.

Step 14: With bow center facing down, center the bow (also facing down) and place a dab of glue. Wrap bow center around bow, securing with glue. Be sure to tuck the raw edges under before securing, to prohibit any fraying while in use.

You did it! Your basic bow is complete!

To make the Reindeer Bow:

– Complete steps 1-14 of basic construction.
– Glue / hand stitch the antlers to the back side of the main bow.

All done! Rudolph will be pleased!

To make the Elf Bow:

– Align elf bow tail piece 3 and piece 2 along straight edge.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Align elf bow tail pieces to the tail piece 1, right sides together.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Align elf bow tail pieces to the other Piece 2, right sides together. Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Align elf bow tail pieces to the final Piece 2, right sides together.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Complete steps 1-14 of basic construction.

You’re done! Buddy the Elf would be proud!

To make the Santa Bow:

– Align santa bow tail piece 3 and piece 2 along straight edge.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Align Santa bow tail pieces to the tail piece 1, right sides together.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Align Santa bow tail pieces to the other Piece 2, right sides together.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Align Santa bow tail pieces to the final Piece 2, right sides together.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances. Press open.

– Complete steps 1-3 of basic construction.

– Align Santa main bow pieces, using one Piece 1 and Piece 2.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances along long edge. Press open.

– Align remaining Santa Main Bow Piece 1 with already sewn main bow pieces, right sides together.

– Sew using 1/4″ seam allowances along long edge. Press open.

– Complete Santa bow using steps 4-14 of basic construction.

You’re finished! The Jolly guy will be tickled!

To make the Snowman Bow:

– Complete steps 1-14 of basic construction.
– Glue / hand stitch three buttons to one of the bow tails.
– Glue / hand stitch the tophat to the opposite side of the main bow.

You’re all set! Frosty would approve!

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

Before you go, take a look at what our jolly holiday testers made using the Holiday Hair Bows pattern!!

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!

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2022 Holiday Freebies :: P4P Pattern Coloring Pages

November 29, 2022

Happy Holidays, Pirate Friends!  We are excitedly back for another year and another round of holiday freebies to share with you!  Since 2016, 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: Pattern Coloring Pages!

What exactly are we gifting you with these PDF downloads?  Unlimited planning potential for your sewing, of course!

We’ve gone through all of our patterns and created a coloring page for each of them!  Each page has a section for sketching out your sewing plans, writing down the options of the pattern you’re planning on using, extra notes for your thoughts, and even a section to add a swatch of the fabric.

Each coloring page download is set up with a feature much like our layer feature of our sewing patterns!

The first is a “tracing” layer.  Perfect for those of you who want to sketch something out using only the illustration we’ve provided as a guideline for your creation.

The other is a “coloring” layer.  It’s set up with thicker, darker lines that can be used for easier digital plans (those of you who like to use an editing software like Photoshop or Procreate and incorporate actual fabric images), or simply seeing those lines more clearly and being able to color and plan that way!

We are excited to see how you take our coloring pages and integrate them into your sewing plans!

Since there are SO MANY patterns in our collection, thus a ton of coloring pages to download, we thought it was best to give you access to a Google Drive that is housing all of our coloring pages!  Click the image above to take you to the location in the cloud, which will allow you to pick + choose which Patterns for Pirates sewing pattern you’re ready to make a plan for!  We will continue to add to these as we release new patterns, so it’s an ongoing resource for y’all to be able to utilize!

We are so jazzed about the potentials of this tool for our Pirate Community!

 

I la-la-love when you share your photos with me!  Head over to the Patterns for Pirates Facebook Group and show us how you’ve used our Coloring Pages!

Happy Holidays, Pirates!

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