Digital Patterns

The Hive Pullover is a boxy, knit sweatshirt with two views. View A offers an angled front yoke with a center front zipper, while View B offers a simple mock neck collar. Both views are easy fitting with dropped shoulders, forward shoulder seams, cuffed sleeves, and a semi-cropped length with waistband.

The Hive Pullover is graded from sizes 00 - 32 and drafted for a height of 5’6” (168 cm). This design has several inches of positive ease through the body and sleeves. Choose a size based on your full bust measurement and grade between sizes as necessary.

This product is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist. This is not a finished garment for sale.

This pattern is intended for the adventurous beginner sewist who has some experience sewing knits.

The green cable knit Hive + Weaver set is pictured on Anita from Anita by Design. You can read more about that collaboration here.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 00 to 32.
• Includes tiled print-at-home file (36 pages total).
• Also includes an A0 copy shop file (two sheets) and a US copy shop file (36" by 72").
• 3/8" seam allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the adventurous beginner sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Mid- to heavyweight stretch knit fabrics with at least 20% cross grain stretch. French terry, sweatshirt fleece, and sweater knits weighing between 10 and 12 ounces per square yard are recommended. Ribbing may be used for the cuffs and waistband, but is not required.
• One 11” (28 cm) nylon coil zipper - View A
• .25 yard (.2 m) lightweight, stretch fusible interfacing
• Coordinating thread

The Weaver Skirt is a lined, fitted knit skirt with a hidden elastic waistband. View A is midi length, falling just above the ankle, and features double side slits to the low hip. View A offers a full lining or a hidden partial lining that smooths over the hips and falls just above the side slits. View B is a fully lined mini length skirt with a simple hem.

The Weaver Skirt is graded in sizes 00 - 32 and drafted for a height of 5’6” (168 cm). This design is fitted through the waist, with negative ease through the full hip. Choose a size based on your waist measurement and grade between sizes as necessary.

This product is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist. This is not a finished garment for sale.

This pattern is intended for the adventurous beginner sewist who has some experience sewing knits.

The green cable knit Hive + Weaver set is pictured on Anita from Anita by Design. You can read more about that collaboration here.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 00 to 32.
• Includes tiled print-at-home file (23 pages total).
• Also includes an A0 copy shop file (one sheet) and US copy shop file (36" by 48").
• 3/8" seam allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the adventurous beginner sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Four-way stretch knit fabrics with at least 40% cross grain stretch. View A should be sewn in fabrics with lots of drape. Bamboo, rayon, and modal blend knits are recommended for both the self fabric and the lining. Stretchy sweater knits can be used as the self fabric to create a cozy skirt. If sewing View A with a full lining, use a coordinating lining fabric, as it may peek out at the side slit and hem. View B can be sewn in more stable knit fabrics like ponte, but again should be combined with a lightweight knit for the lining.Regardless of fabric selection, the self and lining fabric should have comparable stretch percentages in both directions.
• 1.5” (3.8 cm) waistband elastic - the length of your natural waist + 2” (5 cm)
• Coordinating thread

The Monarch Jacket sewing pattern is a boxy jacket designed for thick stable knits like ponte and scuba. This slightly cropped cardigan-style jacket has wrist-length raglan sleeves and a bomber-inspired collar.

Optional snaps provide closure at the center front. The Monarch Jacket has several inches of positive ease through the bodice and is fitted through the lower sleeve.

The D-cup version of this pattern features bust darts, while the B-cup version does not.

This is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist, not a finished garment.

Please note: Effective 9/30/21, both the B-cup and D-cup size ranges of this digital sewing pattern have been combined into one product. If you previously purchased one size range of this digital sewing pattern and would like the other size range free of charge, please send us an email at hello@allieolson.com. We are unable to send updated patterns for paper patterns purchased at allieolson.com or elsewhere.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup). Both size ranges are included in your purchase.
• Includes tiled print-at-home file (26 pages for the B-cup size range and 32 pages for the D-cup size range).
• Also includes an A0 copy shop file (two sheets each for both the B-cup size range and the D-cup size range) and US copy shop files (36" by 64" for the B-cup size range and 36" x 54" for the D-cup size range.
• 3/8" seam allowances included.
  
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
  
• Well suited for the beginner sewist who has some experience sewing with stable knit fabrics.
  

RECOMMENDED FABRICS & SUPPLIES

• Stable knit fabrics with at least 20% stretch are recommended. The collar of the Monarch Jacket should be sewn using a knit fabric with at least 40% stretch. Ribbing can be used for the collar if desired.
• Ponte, French terry, double knit, stretch fleece, neoprene, and scuba are suitable for the Monarch Jacket. Fabrics weighing between 9 and 14 ounces per square yard are recommended.
• Coordinating thread
• 1/2 yard (.5 m) lightweight interfacing (woven or knit)
• Three (B-cup) or five (D-cup) 1/2” (1.3 cm) to 5/8” (1.6 cm) heavy duty snaps (optional)

The Buttress Jeans are a pair of high-waisted jeans with a front yoke and hidden slit pockets. Inspired by acid wash denim of the early 1980s, this modern take has a clean silhouette and is offered in three leg widths: barrel (View A), straight (View B), and wide (View C).

View A’s barrel leg fit has twisted outseams and an ankle length inseam. Views B and C both have a longer, floor-length inseam. All views include a fly zip, roomy back pockets, and generous seam allowances.

The Buttress Jeans are graded in sizes 00 - 32 and drafted for a height of 5’6” (168 cm). They are fitted through the waist with some ease through the hips and thighs. Choose a size based on your waist measurement and grade as necessary.

This product is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist. This is not a finished garment for sale.

Pattern is intended for the intermediate to advanced sewist.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 00 to 32.
• Includes tiled print-at-home file (42 pages for each view, 98 total pages for all views).
• Also includes an A0 copy shop file (three sheets for each view) and US copy shop files (36" by 91" for each view).
• 5/8" seam allowances and 1" hem allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the intermediate to advanced sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Non-stretch bottom weight fabrics. Denim, canvas, twill, and corduroy are ideal. Fabrics weighing 10 to 12 ounces per square yard are recommended.
• One jeans zipper (length varies by size, see pattern instructions)
• One 11/16” (1.7 cm) jeans button
• One yard interfacing
• 1/4 yard (.2 m) cotton pocketing fabric
• Coordinating thread
• Contrast topstitching thread (optional)

The Elio Top is a fitted knit top with a faux wrap silhouette. The neckline is finished with narrow elastic that allows the bodices to lay flush against the body. The hem is finished with optional fold over elastic so that it creates a smooth fit under high-waisted pants and skirts. Three sleeve lengths (cap, elbow, and long) make this design ideal for year-round wear. 

This product is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist. This is not a finished garment for sale.

Please note: Effective 9/30/21, both the B-cup and D-cup size ranges of this digital sewing pattern have been combined into one product. If you previously purchased one size range of this pattern and would like the other size range free of charge, please send us an email at hello@allieolson.com

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup). Both size ranges are included in your purchase.
• Paper pattern is also  offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup).  Both size ranges are included in your purchase.
• Includes tiled print-at-home file (19 pages for the B-cup size range and 26 pages for the D-cup size range).
• Also includes an A0 copy shop file (one sheet for the B-cup size range and two sheets for the D-cup size range) and US copy shop files (36" by 40" for the B-cup size range and 36" x 54" for the D-cup size range.
• 3/8" seam allowances and 3/4" hem allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the intermediate sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Mid-weight, stable knit fabrics with lots of stretch and recovery. Cotton/spandex fabric is ideal. Fabric should have at least 50% four way stretch. Fabrics weighing 9 to 12 ounces per square yard are recommended Lightweight knit fabrics are not recommended for this design.
• 2 yards of 3/8" (1 cm) elastic (for wrap bodices)
• 2 yards of 5/8" (1.5 cm) fold over elastic (for hem, optional)
• 1.5 yards of 3/8" (1 cm) clear elastic (to stabilize side seams)
• Coordinating thread

Learn how to sew an Elio Ballet Top with this expansion pack! This bundle includes a 50-minute video that will lead you through each step of modifying the Elio Top to make it a full wrap top with ties. The waist tie pattern pieces are included in the bundle, but students must purchase the Elio Top pattern separately. This expansion pack is intended for the intermediate sewist who has experience sewing with knit fabrics.

DETAILS

• This expansion pack is meant to be used with either the digital or paper Elio Top sewing pattern. The pattern must be purchased separately.
• Digital pattern pieces are included for the waist ties in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup). A table is also included with waist tie dimensions.
• The pattern pieces are formatted as a tiled print-at-home file (12 pages for the B-cup size range and 14 pages for the D-cup size range). There is no copyshop or A0 file for this expansion pack. If you'd like to be provided with the dimensions of the waist ties for your size, please send an email to allie@allieolson.com.
• The expansion pack also includes a 50-minute video that leads you through the step-by-step process of sewing the ballet top.
• Please note: There are no written instructions with illustrations for this expansion pack. The video is very thorough and offers tips and tricks for sewing knit garments.

SUPPLIES

• Elio Top Pattern (must be purchased separately) - offered in sizes 0-30 (B-cup and D-cup)
• Mid-weight, knit fabrics with lots of stretch and recovery. Cotton/spandex, bamboo/cotton blends, and modal fabrics are ideal. See Elio Top pattern instructions for amount needed.
• Coordinating thread

REQUIRED MACHINES AND TOOLS

• Sewing machine with a zig zag stitch
• Iron & ironing board
• Fabric Scissors and/or rotary blade and cutting mat
• Sharp thread snips

OPTIONAL MACHINES AND TOOLS

• Serger (highly recommended)
• Stretch sewing machine needles

The Highlands Wrap Dress is a woven dress with a faced V-neckline, elasticized back waistband, and waist ties. Both the midi and maxi lengths feature a side slit that begins above the knee and is finished in a wide mitered hem. Included in this sewing pattern is the option for bicep-length sleeves or a sleeveless bodice with armhole facings.

This product is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist. This is not a finished garment for sale.

Please note: Effective 9/30/21, both the B-cup and D-cup size ranges of this digital sewing pattern have been combined into one product. If you previously purchased one size range of this digital sewing pattern and would like the other size range free of charge, please send us an email at hello@allieolson.com. We are unable to send updated patterns for paper patterns purchased at allieolson.com or elsewhere.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup). Both size ranges are included in your purchase.
• Paper pattern is also  offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup).  Both size ranges are included in your purchase.
• Digital pattern includes tiled, A0 copy shop, and US copy shop files.
• 3/8" seam allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the intermediate sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

Fabric Recommendations:

• Mid- to lightweight woven fabrics with lots of drape are recommended. Rayon/linen blends, rayon challis, Tencel, crepe de chine, and georgette are all suitable substrates. Opaque fabrics weighing 3 to 7 ounces per square yard are recommended.
• Stretch fabrics not suitable for this design.

Additional Supplies needed:

• 1 yard (.9 m) 1 1/4” (3.1 cm)-wide elastic
• Two buttons (1” or 3/4” wide)
• Two yards (1.8 m) of lightweight interfacing
• Coordinating thread

The Kila Tank sewing pattern is a fitted tank top designed for stretchy knit fabrics. A slight racerback design gives this top a sporty look. Kila’s deep scoop neckline and armholes are finished with a bulk-free binding method that mimics ready-to-wear techniques.

The Kila Tank has several inches of negative ease making it a great basic layering tank top. Kila can be tucked into high-waist pants, overalls, and skirts. Because it’s sewn in super stretchy fabrics, Kila is also a great workout or pajama top for hot weather.

This is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist, not a finished garment.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Both paper and digital patterns are offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-Cup).
  
• Digital pattern includes tiled, A0 copy shop, and US copy shop files.
• Paper pattern is printed double-sided on lightweight copy paper.
• 1/4" seam allowances included.
  
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
  
• Well suited for the beginner sewist who has some experience sewing with stretchy knit fabrics.
  

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Knit fabrics with at least 60% stretch and good recovery are recommended. If using a knit fabric with less. Cotton/spandex and rayon/spandex blend rib knits are ideal for the Kila Tank.
• Fabrics weighing 5 to 9 ounces per square yard are recommended.
• 100% cotton knit fabrics are not recommended due to poor recovery.
• Coordinating thread

The Coram Top and Dress sewing pattern is a loose-fitting raglan ideal for woven fabrics with drape. This design features bust and shoulder darts for shaping.

Sleeve cuffs offer a clean finish and a curved, dolphin hem provides visual interest. View A (top) features a hi-low hem, while the hem of View B (dress) is even from front to back.

This is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist, not a finished garment.

Please note: Effective 9/30/21, both the B-cup and D-cup size ranges of this digital sewing pattern have been combined into one product. If you previously purchased one size range of this digital sewing pattern and would like the other size range free of charge, please send us an email at hello@allieolson.com. We are unable to send updated patterns for paper patterns purchased at allieolson.com or elsewhere.

PATTERN DETAILS

• Both the digital and paper patterns are offered in sizes 0 to 18 (B-cup) and 12 to 30 (D-cup). Both size ranges are included in your purchase.
• Includes tiled print-at-home file (27 pages for the B-cup size range and 29 pages for the D-cup size range).
• Also includes an A0 copy shop file (two sheets for the B-cup size range and two sheets for the D-cup size range) and US copy shop files (36" by 53" for the B-cup size range and 36" x 61" for the D-cup size range.
• 5/8" seam allowances and 1/2" hem allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations. Flat-felling tutorial included.
• Well suited for the beginner sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRICS & SUPPLIES

• Midweight woven fabrics with some drape are recommended. Rayon/linen blends, rayon challis, tencel, crepe de chine, and georgette are all suitable substrates. Opaque fabrics weighing 3 to 7 ounces per square yard are recommended.
• Pattern is not suitable for stretch fabrics.

• Coordinating thread

The Neffy Cardigan is a cozy outer layer with an easy fit. This long, flowing cardigan has long sleeves and front neckline facings.

Designed for knit fabrics with lots of drape, Neffy will become your go-to cardigan for wearing around the house, or while traveling in planes or on long road trips. It pairs beautifully with leggings or joggers and a simple tank.

The Neffy Cardigan was originally released by Indiesew (called the Wrapped Cardigan) in collaboration with Seamly. The pattern has since been redrafted and graded into an improved size range. The instructions have been reformatted to reflect the branding change.

If you previously purchased a copy of this pattern via Indiesew and would like the updated version, please email your receipt to hello@allieolson.com and we'll send you the new files for free!

PATTERN DETAILS

• Digital pattern is offered in sizes 0 to 30 as one product. This pattern is not offered in cup sizes due to the draped design of the front bodice.
• Digital pattern includes tiled, A0 copy shop, and US copy shop files.
• The tiled file of the digital pattern is 48 pages long.
• The US copyshop file is 36" x 94". The A0 copyshop file is formatted on three A0 sheets.
• 3/8" seam allowances and 5/8" hem allowances included.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the intermediate sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Soft, fluid knit fabrics with substantial stretch. Rayon, bamboo, and Tencel jerseys with at least 50% stretch are ideal. Fabrics weighing 5 oz. or more per square yard will work best.
• Coordinating thread

The Lonetree Jacket and Vest sewing pattern is a lightweight outer layer for chilly weather.

View A features a full-length, two-piece sleeve with cuff. View B is a vest with armhole facings. Both views include a collar, front and back facings, optional hood, and patch pockets with snap or button closures.

The Lonetree Jacket pairs well with a blouse and jeans for a casual, utilitarian look. Dress up your Lonetree Vest with a fitted knit dress and wedge heels.

This is a sewing pattern intended to be used by the home sewist, not a finished garment.

PATTERN OVERVIEW

• Offered in sizes XS to 4XL.
  
• Digital pattern includes tiled, A0 copy shop, and US copy shop files.
• Generous 1/2" seam allowances allow for optional seam finishes.
• Step-by-step instructions with illustrations.
• Well suited for the intermediate sewist.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC & SUPPLIES

• Midweight woven fabrics with some body are recommended. Twill, chino, corduroy, and waxed canvas are suitable. Fabrics weighing 7 to 10 ounces per square yard are ideal.
• If preferred, lightweight fabrics like quilting cotton, voile, or lawn can be used for the hood lining and facings, though these are not required. For a fun contrast, use plaid flannel for these pattern pieces.
• Two yards mid-weight interfacing
• Two yards 1/2” wide cotton twill tape or 1/4” cording for the drawstring
• 5/8” snaps or buttons (Six for View A or four for View B)
• One separating zipper 
• One large safety pin
• Two 1/2” metal eyelets for the drawstring casing opening (optional)
• Two cord stops/locks (optional)