Today, I’m very excited to announce the launch of the Dana Jumpsuit sewing pattern. This is my most complicated pattern to date and I’m so excited to share it with you. The Dana features a dramatic waist tie that creates subtle shaping while maintaining ultimate comfort. Multiple testers (as well as myself!) dubbed it secret pajamas.
A lot of the time I feel like a jumpsuit is a one trick pony, so I’ve been really pleased to discover how versatile this one is. Depending on the fabric and view, you can make an elegant evening jumpsuit or a fun summer romper. I’m in the process of making a holiday party Dana jumpsuit and I can’t wait to share it with you.
The pattern comes with two views, a pants length and a shorts length and the option of a curved back neck or v-shaped back neck. There are 17 sizes included, for bust and hip measurements of 32-58 inches (81-147 cm). Watch the video below for all the details and to see the different views in action.
Additionally, I’m offering a video sewalong course to accompany the pattern. This course is perfect for the beginning sewist who wants to take their skills to the next level and make a jumpsuit in the process. This course is packed with skills and techniques that can be applied to future projects, making a great investment for yourself. Learn more about the course and its contents here.
I will also have a resources page for this pattern with a bunch of my existing free tutorials that are helpful for sewing this pattern. For a full step-by-step class though, you’ll want to check out the online course.
The pattern and ecourse are currently marked 15% off until Wednesday, December 11, 2019, midnight Pacific time. So head over to the shop to snatch them up and make yourself a fun, versatile jumpsuit or two.
The Dana Jumpsuit is the perfect mix of sophistication and sport. Make the pants version in velvet or silk for sophisticated nighttime look or sew up the shorts length in a rayon crepe or cotton chambray for a carefree, summer romper. The front waist tie creates subtle shaping while maintaining total comfort.
This all-season jumpsuit features a dramatic front waist tie, a scoop neck, set-in elbow-length sleeves, an invisible back zipper and optional center front top stitching. Choose between a high curved or a deeper V-shaped back neckline.
This digital pattern includes an illustrated, step-by-step instruction booklet, a print-at-home layered pattern for letter or A4 size paper, a US copy shop pattern and an A0 size pattern.
Model is 5’11” and is wearing a size 12.
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. After checkout, you will receive a link to the pattern that will be active for 24 hours after you click it. Prices are in USD.
This video sewalong will take you through all the steps of making the Dana Jumpsuit, from selecting your size and making fit adjustments to adhering interfacing, sewing an invisible zipper and attaching a neckline facing. Along the way, you’ll get all my tips and tricks for getting great sewing results, as well as additional insights into the design and how to make it work for you.
NOTE: The Dana Jumpsuit pattern must be purchased separately. You can find it here.
Who this is for?
This video sewalong is perfect for someone who wants to uplevel their sewing skills and learns well from a video format. This is an intermediate level pattern so it’s perfect for you if you’ve sewn a few beginner patterns before and would like someone to guide you through one that is a little more complicated.
How does it work?
You will receive lifetime access to 17 video sewing lessons, plus additional written and illustrated content to support the videos. This course is self-paced, so you can go as quickly or slowly as you’d like. After you purchase the e-course, you’ll receive an email with a download link. The pdf download will then give you instructions for accessing the private site with the video lessons.
LESSONS
1. Introduction to the pattern
2. How to select your size
3. How to print and assemble your pattern
4. Pattern piece review
5. Make a muslin + common pattern adjustments
6. How to adhere interfacing & assemble facings
7. How to sew the darts
8. Staystitch and finish seams
9. Stitch bodice front
10. Pockets and jumpsuit front
11. Sew the waist ties
12. Sew jumpsuit back
13. Stitch shoulder seams & attach sleeves
14. Sew the side seams
15. Attach the invisible zipper
16. Sew the neck facing
17. Sew the inseam and hems
