11 Sewing Patterns You Can Stitch Up For Summer And Early Fall
In a world where high-end retail fashion is extremely expensive, it is the perfect time for women (and men) to grab their scissors and choose a fabric and pattern and start sewing again. Adding one or two homemade items to your wardrobe will be beneficial to your fashion budget. And, you will have something you love. Butterick sewing patterns for summer and early fall continue to be advanced beginner friendly.
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Butterick 6989 Playsuit, Blouse, And Skirt
The 1950’s retro Butterick 6989 pattern offers fit and flare vintage style. The authentic vintage reproduction is perfect for seasoned sewists who can tailor the fit.
Always remember, if there is just an artist’s rendition on the pattern cover, the actual pattern may differ when it is sewn up. You just don’t know who created the drawing and why the editors decided to not show a real garment.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Average
Sizes: 6-14 and 16-24
Butterick 6993 Dress
The boho Butterick 6993 is right on trend, you see it in shops everywhere. With the tiered layers and large rick rack, this dress is a piece that will show off your trendy nature. The longish short sleeves with the bell are sweet and the sleeveless version looks perfect for a hot summer season. The pull on pants is easy to sew, it will take lots of fabric with the gathered layers so go light weight.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 8-16, 18-26
Butterick 6994 Dress
A classic swing dress, Butterick 6994 offers a few interesting details. It has an invisible front zipper, a pleated back and yoke, and a collar. If you are looking for a pattern with some modesty, this might be a good option. You will, however, need to do a great job on the invisible zipper insertion since it is center front on the dress. Working on getting the details just right will take your garment from Walmart things to Nordstroms couture.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Average
Sizes: 6-14 and 16-24
Butterick 6995 Tops By Katherine Tilton
A sweeping handkerchief hem on Butterick 6995 is a great example of a Katherine Tilton design. The unique front placket with offset buttons adds a world of style — revamping a classic blouse. You will have to search high and low for a retail version of Tilton’s unique flare.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Average
Sizes: 8-16 and 18-26
Butterick 6996 Top By Palmer/Pletsch
The Palmer/Pletsch designed top, Butterick 6996, has a loose fit, drop shoulders, and a waistband. Palmer/Pletsch is typically known for patterns with fitting instructions that help develop sewing skills. Based on this design, I don’t see a lot of required fitting techniques. I’m a little confused.
Fabric Type: Knit
Skill Level: Average
Sizes: 8-16 and 18-26
Butterick 6997 Top
Very similar in design to the Tilton design, Butterick 6997 is a knit version of the shaped hem blouse.
Fabric Type: Knit
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 10-18 and 20W to 28W
Butterick 6998 Shorts And Pants
Butterick 6998 has a partial elastic waist, which is a great look on many women. It’s flat in the front so you don’t have extra fabric, but then a relaxed fit in the back. This pattern does have a fly front, so it is a good one to learn how to make a trouser style pant without having to focus on a perfect fit.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Average
Sizes: 8-16 and 18-26
Butterick 6999 Skirt
How cute is Butterick 6999. The trends for the summer season and going into fall still show lots of boho designs. This tiered skirt with an elastic casing would be a great pattern for a beginner to choose. And, the pom pom trim is adorable.
Fabric Type: Woven or Knit
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 8-16 and 18-26
Butterick 7000 Wrap Front Pants
I just purchased Butterick 7000 and I’ll be making a sew along with these cute wrap pull-on pants. The pants have a wrap front and concealed side slits with an elastic waist. A casual yet fun pant. If you buy the pattern now, you can join me in the sew along in August.
Fabric Type: Woven and Knit
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 8-16 and 18-26
Butterick 7001 Cami, Jacket, And Pants
A complete ensemble, Butterick 7001 has a loose-fitting kimono sleeve jacket, a slip-on bias cut camisole, and a pair of pull-on semi-fitted pants. This would be a great sewing project for advanced beginners. The style is easy and not a close fit.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 6-14 and 16-24
Butterick 7002 Top, Skirt, And Pants
The sleeve detail on Butterick 7002 is so cute. It shows off a unique puffed sleeve style on the cropped top that has a back slit opening. The skirt has large statement pockets and a back zipper. The pants have a faux fly front zipper. The details on this pattern are fun and youthful.
Fabric Type: Woven
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 10-18 and 20W to 28W
Butterick Patterns For Summer And Early Fall
With a little bit of sewing experience and some creative work, you will have things hanging in your closet that show off your personal style. Butterick sewing patterns are a good pattern line to add fashionable content to your wardrobe. If you love looking at great seasonal patterns, check out these Vogue Pattern Reviews: Vogue Patterns for Summer AND Vogue Summer Dress Patterns. There were so many Vogue patterns in the new issue, I had to break them into two posts.
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Happy Sewing,
Sandi
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