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About Patterns
LITTLE STITCH ATELIER - are original designs created with care, step by step.
From the initial idea, through sewing and thorough testing, all the way to a clear and easy-to-follow pattern.
Because the main strengths of Little Stitch Atelier patterns are originality and authenticity, let’s take a closer look at them together — so you can decide whether they’re the right fit for you.
If they are, you’ll love them.
I’m not formally trained as a tailor.
I learned pattern drafting through self-study over several years (and I’m still learning), and I only design patterns I feel confident in and have thoroughly tested — so you won’t see tuxedo tailoring here just yet. That’s the downside.
The advantage is that I’m not limited by traditional tailoring stereotypes. I use textbook construction methods where necessary, but where they’re not essential, I give space to creativity. Modern clothing is often far removed from classic textbook garments.
You may notice a differently shaped yoke, sleeve or pocket in some patterns — and that’s intentional. If the finished garment matches my design vision and works well in practice, I’m happy to share the pattern.
Little Stitch Atelier patterns are drafted from real bodies — the ones that test and wear them.
They are not designed for very large busts, very tall figures or a wide 20-size range.
My wish is for every designer to draft for their own body type — petite makers for petite figures, tall makers for tall figures, pregnant makers for maternity bodies — so that patterns are thoroughly tested and predictable, and the overall market becomes more diverse.
Women’s patterns are drafted for a height of approx. 165 cm, a smaller bust and wider hips. If your proportions differ significantly, choose styles carefully and expect to make adjustments.
Men’s patterns are drafted for a slimmer figure around 170 cm tall. If you’re sewing for someone much taller, you will likely need to adjust lengths.
These patterns are not universally “average.”
But if your body type is similar, they may fit beautifully with minimal changes.
Before cutting into your fabric, always measure the pattern. This is an essential part of sewing and key to a good result.
Use the size chart as a guide to choose your base size. The chart shows body measurements (not finished garment measurements). Then adjust the pattern directly — especially width, length, sleeve and leg length, neckline and similar details.
I never shift sizing “just in case it might be too small,” which is common in children’s patterns. I also don’t add extra sleeve or leg length “just in case.” What you see in the photos is what the pattern is designed to produce.
If a hoodie is fitted, sleeves end at the wrist and the jacket sits at hip length, that’s exactly how the pattern is drafted. If a sample is made from rib knit, it assumes a stretchy fabric. If it’s made from quilted fabric, it assumes a thicker material.
Photos are taken from multiple angles and show the garments realistically, without styling tricks. You can then adjust the pattern to your own preferences.
Patterns don’t include fixed zipper lengths, elastic lengths or similar details.
Why? Because if I provided them, the garment might not fit you properly.
The correct approach is:
choose your size → measure → adjust the pattern → then purchase the correct zipper or notions.
Elastic and ribbing vary greatly in stretch, so exact lengths wouldn’t work for everyone. What fits one person might be too tight or too loose for another.
Skipping adjustments often leads to garments that don’t fit well.
Although fold-over sleeves drafted using the Müller & Sohn method are not unusual, they’re still less common among many designers. In children’s patterns, you’ll often find sleeves cut on the fold.
If that style doesn’t suit your child, or you’re sewing for an older child who prefers more adult-like garments, expect to adjust sleeves and armholes.
For women’s and men’s patterns, sleeve caps and armholes are shaped differently. An exception may be very gathered sleeves in some women’s designs, where the sleeve is again drafted on the fold.
Although fold-over sleeves drafted using the Müller & Sohn method are not unusual, they’re still less common among many designers. In children’s patterns, you’ll often find sleeves cut on the fold.
If that style doesn’t suit your child, or you’re sewing for an older child who prefers more adult-like garments, expect to adjust sleeves and armholes.
For women’s and men’s patterns, sleeve caps and armholes are shaped differently. An exception may be very gathered sleeves in some women’s designs, where the sleeve is again drafted on the fold.