Modest Sewing Patterns

Fabric collage techniques with oriental influence are found in a collection of seven patterns from this designer. The patterns are simple to sew and do not have facings, darts or zippers, only ties for closure and shaping. A unique, full-cut, modest pant pattern within the collection is titled Perennial Pant.

A friend made stoles from this pattern and offered the following advice. "Obviously, they used much heavier satin than what I have, because mine are floppy! They said '2 yards' then 'cut 80 inches,' but only 72 inches is possible in 2 yards. Hannah's (narrow shoulders) goes to her knees. Veronica's won't be as long, so I must figure out length to make them end about the same place on two very differently sized girls. At least it didn't take too long, 60 minutes each."

Angela Trenholm has made available a download and instructions for creating your own culotte pattern with center front and back box pleat.

This online store stocks a significant collection of exclusively modest patterns from independent brands, including several patterns that you may not be able to find anywhere else. Most of the styles are classic in design.

Scroll down the page to find The Art of Sewing DVD, a video tutorial providing basic instruction for cutting out and assembling a garment to advanced sewing tips and ideas.

Also known as Ann Person Collectibles, after the name of the founder of the company, the most interesting patterns from this company over the years have been the skirted figure skating dresses which can be adapted into modest swimwear.

This pattern is available in two size sets, Sizes 8 to 18, which is the primary link listed here, or in Plus Sizes 18 to 28. See the Size Chart for measurements. This pattern could be used for a wedding dress. The Peachtree Mercantile Day Dress, also reviewed in our sewing patterns category, is sold from the same company, so be sure to order the patterns together if you want both styles.