Sewing Rating
Very Easy

A-line aprons in three lengths have patch pockets. Below knee length apron has twill tape straps threaded through loops, crisscrossing in back and forming back ties. Above knee length and mid-thigh length aprons have neck strap knotted through front buttonhole; closure options include wraparound ties secured in a front bow or shorter ties secured in a back bow. Pull on lantern pants have front and back darts for tapered leg shape, pockets, and elasticized waist. See envelope for more information.

Ease of Sewing—Know Before You Sew

VERY EASY
The easiest and quickest patterns to sew. Great for beginner or the experienced sewer with limited time available. Expect limited construction details, hand sewing and fitting. Easy-to-sew fabrics are recommended.

EASY
Easy-to-sew patterns but with more details than the Very Easy category. Perfect for those with limited sewing knowledge or little time. Expect a wide variety of sewing procedures—there will be more details when the techniques are simple and fewer details when the techniques are more involved. Some fitting knowledge required.

AVERAGE
These patterns are perfect if you have more time to sew, and more experience sewing. Look for challenging designer techniques, tailoring, unique construction details. Expect more fitting and inner construction. Find more variety in fabrics from the stretchiest knits to synthetic leathers and suedes.

ADVANCED
The finest patterns featuring the best of European and American Couture. Perfect for those who like the sewing challenge of professional tailoring and fine couture techniques. Expect intricate fashion shaping, hidden construction details, couture inner construction, fine touches of hand sewing and bias draping.