Category Archives: TUTORIALS

When it comes to comfort and versatility, few garments can compare to the elegant simplicity of a shirt dress. Our Salome sleeveless shirt dress is the perfect little button up dress to take you through the summer with chic and style. It has a fitted bodice, a gathered skirt and all the best features of…

Inspired by the formal tuxedo shirts, our Beau shirt pattern is a feminine take on the classic menswear style. The delicate pleating and relaxed fit give this casual tailored shirt a unique character. Between the concealed button placket and the front tucks, there is surely a lot of pleating involved, but some good markings and…

If you are looking for a trouser style which is both comfortable and feminine, then you’ll love our high-waisted Lois pants with a beautiful paperbag effect around the waist. They are like your favorite pull-on trousers, only prettier. On top of being versatile, sexy and comfortable, they are flattering and ideal for accentuating an hourglass shape….

Gray, blue, black and other deep tones dominated our wardrobes for far too long this winter! Now that it’s finally over, why not celebrate spring with an all-white color block dress? Our loose-fitted and partially gathered Milou dress combines two shades of white linens: an optic white and a buttery off-white for a monochromatic and…

You all know that we here at the Thread just love making dresses! So it is no surprise that with the spring days finally around the corner it is time for a new dress, a wrap dress! This is our first wrap dress on the blog which is a bit strange because what better way…

Meet spring in style with this super trendy jacket! Workwear-inspired, the Paola jacket combines fashion with practical, everyday wear. Featuring straight boxy fit, four large patch pockets and flat-felled seams for sturdiness, it pairs well with just about everything. Made from our textured heavy-weight linen, it has that lived-in feel from the very first wear….

Avery pattern is a classic shirt dress with a tailored collar and a semi-fitted bodice made fancy thanks to a tiered skirt. These flirty layers add an interesting dimension to the whole look and are perfect for spinning, dancing or just looking really neat and feminine for almost any occasion. We did a two-tier design,…

A woman can never have too many white shirts, n’est-ce pas?! It is our go to option when we’re out of ideas on what to wear. Of course, if you ask us, we strongly believe that a white shirt made out of linen with its raw, organic texture is an absolute must. With our Riley shirt we…

A classic style for decades, the shirt dress is an absolute must have in every wardrobe. It is one of those garments that works for every season and situation. Our Sky sewing pattern is a classic gathered shirtdress with a modern twist and attention to detail. Cut in a flattering, timeless shape, our favorite thing…

This cute little pinafore is a wonderful piece to wear going into winter. Comfortable and versatile, with adjustable straps and two hand patch pockets, it will become your favorite layering piece this season. It will look lovely worn with a long sleeve top or a turtleneck underneath. We are sure that the word pinafore brings…

With its crisp mandarin collar and open placket, this tunic is a great basic that you’ll want to wear season after season. Crafted from pure and natural softened linen, it feels luxuriously soft and is really comfortable to wear paired with your favorite jeans, leggings or as a dress. Materials For our sample size 6…

Add a splash of color to your wardrobe and spice up your look. Our Patchwork dress is a perfect solution to help get over a winter slump. Quin is a color-blocked ankle length dress with crewneck, long sleeves, fitted bodice and gathered skirt. Express your creativity and mix and match your favorite colors to create…