PATTERNS

Elegant Stitches carries a wide selection of children's patterns for smocked and heirloom garments.  We are also beginning
to carry a number of specialty patterns for adults, some of which are listed on this page under the individual designer
or on our new Adult Patterns page.

Below are some of our best selling designers listed in alphabetical order. Just click on a name to see a listing of the patterns
that we carry. Click on
  to add this pattern to your shopping cart.

If you would like more details about a particular pattern e-mail us at elstitch@bellsouth.net  and we'll be glad to send you
a more detailed description including pictures, fabric requirements, etc.

Can't find what you're looking for? E-mail us at elstitch@bellsouth.net or call 1-888-639-9383 with your request
and we will try to find it for you.

 

ABC KIDS Ginger Snaps Miscellaneous Patterns
Adult Patterns Grace Knott Mollie Jane Taylor
Amy Butler Patterns
NEW Patterns just in!
Karen's Stitchery Old Fashioned Baby
B & B Blueprints Kari Me Away Oliver + S
NEW Designer!!
Pink Fig Patterns
NEW Designer!!
Bananafana
NEW Designer!!
Katie Beth Designs
Beaucoup
NEW Patterns just in!
Bonnie Blue Designs
Kathy Awender Peanut Butter & Jelly Kids
Creative Keepsakes Kathy Neal Petite Poche
Creative Needle Kay Guiles Pintucks & Pettiecoats
Christening Gowns LBJ Pitter Patter Patterns
Chery Williams NEW Designer!!
Lila Tueller Designs
Primrose Lane
Children's Corner Little Memories Purse Patterns
Collars, Etc. NEW Patterns just in!
Love & Stitches
Quilt Patterns
Creations by Michie   Sandy Hunter
Contessa Lyn Weeks Sarah Howard Stone
Diane Butcher Maggie's Classics Sew Baby
Diane Jensen Maja's Heirloom Treasures Smocked Togs
Ellen McCarn Margaret Boyles Taylor Made Designs
Favorite Things Patterns Margaret Pierce Terry Jane
Filigree Finery Martha Pullen Very Unusual Place

 


NEW Designer!
BANANAFANA

The Lucy Skirt
Designed by Jessica Goldman
This pattern is so easy and fits sizes 12 mos. to 3T. This includes patterns for an adorable pleated skirt with two embellishment designs and a rag flower headband! So versatile, it could be made out of any type of fabric for any season. Just pair it with tees, sweaters, leggings, tights, boots or sandals!
$ 8.00

 

Little Miss Muffet
Designed by Jessica Goldman
Little Miss Muffet sat on a tuffet eating her curds and whey.......She wore a pretty little skirt and a head wrap to die for while basking in the morning sun rays! BEWARE!!! Bananafana skirts are known to take over itty bitty wardrobes without warning! Includes pattern for fluffy puffy skirt & a flower head wrap
Sizes 12 mos. to 3T
$ 8.00

 

The Polka Skirt
Designed by Jessica Goldman
The Polka Skirt will bring hours of twirling fun, for the little one that's wearing it that is. Pair these with tees, sweaters, leggings, tights, boots, sandals, or Mary Janes and let the skirt make it's own fashion statement! Includes patterns for a gathered waist skirt with two different embellishment designs including flower appliqués and an adorable belt!
Sizes 12 mos. to 3T
$ 8.00

 

Tea Party Twirl
Designed by Jessica Goldman
Tea parties are super fun, especially when there are pretty dresses to wear and twirls to twirl! Your Bananafana babe will feel like a princess in this outfit of whimsy!   Patterns for a twirling whirling jumper and bloomin' bloomers!
Sizes 12 mos. to 5T
$ 9.00

 

Bedy Bye Dolly
Designed by Jessica Goldman
This whimsical little set will make your little gal's domestic playtime even more fun! We all know dollies need a place to sleep too, and you're little "mommy" will be overjoyed to put her favorite little one in her own bed. Includes patterns for a dolly bassinet & a dolly blanket.
$ 8.00

 

Pony Ride
Designed by Jessica Goldman
Make playtime fun again, filled with imagination and laughter. Let this whimsical toy remind you of the fun that kids should be having using their imaginations and participating in real active playtime. Boys and girls will get a kick out of galloping around with this pony! Includes a pattern for a stick pony and directions to convert it to a pillow.
$ 8.00

 

Megan's Bag
Designed by Jessica Goldman
The perfectly preppy bag, great for your everyday attire. Made with heavier fabric, this bag is perfect for all of your fall and winter fashion. The argyle detail makes this bag unique and exceptionally cute! It's just the right size to carry all of your outing items. With an outside cell phone pocket, you'll never have to go digging again to find that ringing gadget.
Finished Size:  31" Tall x 14" Wide x 9" Deep
$ 8.00

 

CONTESSA

Smocked Skirt
This two panel smocked skirt has side enclosed pockets with concealed pocket opening.  The pattern also contains illustrated instructions for the smocking embroidery design. Sizes:  Pattern contains waist measurements 22 inches through 31 inches.

$ 12.00

 

Smocked Mother-Daughter Jumper
This smocked jumper pattern contains adult and children's sizes.  It features smocking around the raised waistline, a three button front closure with a V-neckline.  The back bodice band is laced with six loops to allow for added increase or decrease in size.  The pattern also contains complete illustrated sewing instructions with 2 smocking design plates inches. Sizes Adult 4-22, Children 4-6X, 8-12
$ 12.00

 

Ladies Nightgown
This loose fitted waltz length gown has smocking on the front yoke with gathering on the back neckline, three-quarter length full sleeves with elastic casing & ruffled cuff and bias-bound scoop neckline with ribbon drawstring Sizes S, M, & L
$ 10.00

 

DIANE BUTCHER

Round Yoke Smocked Bubble
Make this little bubble romper with smocking all around the yoke or just on the front & back.  It has a front button placket, Peter Pan collar & 3 sleeve styles.  Button or snap inner leg closing make for easy on & off.  Smocking graph included
Sizes
NB, 6 m, 12 m, 18 m

$ 12.00

Smocked Toe Bootie
Make this little bubble dress with smocking all around the yoke or just on the front & back.  It has a front button placket, Peter Pan collar & 3 sleeve styles.  There are three lengths, a slip, panties or footed pants. Smocking graph included.
Sizes
NB, 6 m, 12 m, 18 m

$12.00

 

DIANE JENSEN

Silk Ribbon Bootie
Sizes 0 - 6 mo

$ 6.00

Smocked Toe Bootie
Sizes 0 - 6 mo

$6.00

 

Filigree Finery by Donna Herschelmann

Emma
Emma is a unique sundress featuring smocked shoulder straps.  It can be worn buttoned down the front or the back
 Sizes:  5-8
$ 10.00

 

 

 

GRACE KNOTT

Summer Breeze
A ladies' smocked or heirloom nightgown.  In a print, it could even double as a sundress!  Three smocking designs included.  In full length or waltz length (9" shorter).

Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
$ 12.00

 

Little Breeze
Children's version of ladies nightgown. Make it as a sundress, jumper or pinafore with the same square cut armhole band as mom's gown.  View A is just below knee length & smocked front & back.  View B is full length and has a center front & back band that lends itself to so many heirloom sewing techniques.  View C features a 12-panel skirt & harlequin hem.  It is smocked front & back onto bodice bands.  Includes 2 smocking plates
Sizes 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10
$ 10.00

 

Baby Nightie
Newborn Sizes

This has been one of the most popular smocking pattern for years.  It is now available in two sizes - Small (newborn to 8 lbs) and Medium (8 to 11 lbs) and in two styles in the same pattern.  View A, the original and View B, front opening.  Instructions are given for an optional drawstring bottom to the nightgown.  A smocking design is included.
$ 6.00

 

Baby Boy's Smocked Bonnet
Newborn to 11 lbs

A smocked baby bonnet just for boys!  The pattern includes a smocking design plate and instruction for conversion to an heirloom sewn bonnet.
$ 6.00

GK0001

 

Sweet Dreams
Sizes 4, 6, 8 & 10

Girl's dress, nightgown/robe in two lengths can be smocked or embellished with heirloom laces & tucks.
$ 12.00

GK0002

 

Prince & Princess
Size 6-18 months

A one-piece smocked belted bubble for boys or girls.
$ 8.00

 

 

KAREN'S STITCHERY

Baby Daygown
Infant Size

Front and back opening shadow embroidered daygown.  Embroidery designs & instructions included
$ 6.50

 

CHRISTENING GOWN, SLIP & BONNET
If you prefer a more tailored look this pattern is perfect with its pleats, shadow work & maderia scalloped hem. One variation has lace at the neck & short puffed sleeves, and other has a peter pan collar & long cuffed sleeve-great for a little boy.  Matching bonnet also has shadow work.  Slip pattern included. Infant Size
$9.00

                                                           

 

Kendall
Sizes 1-6

This child's dress with a square shadow embroidered collar can be made with sleeves or sleeveless.  Four shadow embroidery design included; garden flowers, ice cream cones, nautical flags & budding vine.
$ 8.00

 

Joseph
Sizes 3-4-5

Boy's shirt, shorts & three button-on bibs with shadow embroidery.  Four shadow-embroidery designs included; train, sailboats, mallard ducks & a geometric
$ 9.00

 

Katie Beth Designs

NEW
Elizabeth

by Frances Messina Jones
Elizabeth is a smocked tank top that buttons up the front.  The waist is smocked with a few rows of smocking.  Straps can be made from fabric, lace or ribbon.
 Fits chest measurements:  X-Small (2-4): 28"-30"; Small (6-8):  31"-33"; Medium (10-12):  34"-36"; Large (14-16):  37"-39"; X-Large (18-20):  40"-42"
$ 12.00

 

NEW
Lauren

by Frances Messina Jones
Lauren is a tank top that is smocked in front only with a key hole opening that ties with a self tie in the front.  Back has elastic.  Top can be made without smocking by inserting elastic where smocking is.
 Fits chest measurements:  X-Small (2-4): 28"-30"; Small (6-8):  31"-33"; Medium (10-12):  34"-36"; Large (14-16):  37"-39"; X-Large (18-20):  40"-42"
$ 12.00

 

KATHY AWENDER DESIGNS

Isabella
Christening Gown
by Kathy Awender Designs

 Sized to fit infants up to 6 months

$15.00

 



Inside View of Open Bag

Smocker's Tote
by Kathy Awender Designs

$8.00

 

LBJ

Smocked Diaper Set
Day dress or day shirt with diaper cover.  Pattern features pleated back; shirt, dress & gown lengths, several variations & 3 baby smocking graphs.  Fits 6 and 12 months
$ 7.00

Baby's Bibs
'Quick & easy' smocked bibs in two sizes with optional linings & smocking graphs.  Instructions included for poly-cottons & cotton knits
$ 4.00

Bibs, Booties, Bonnets & Caps
"Quick & easy" smocked gift set for baby with smocking graphs.  Sizes 0-12 months
$7.00

 

NEW Designer!
Lila Tueller Designs

NEW
Funked Out Peasant Blouse
The pattern currently comes with 3 ladies sizes to choose from: 8, 10, and 12.

$ 8.50

 

 

Funked Out Apron

$ 8.50

 

 

Bohemian Bag

$ 8.50

 

Martha Pullen

NEW
Mary & Morgan Young Miss

Both dresses off completely different bodice styles, but share same skirt pattern providing multiple style options.  A capped-sleeve option is available for the Mary dress.  Cutting lines for the dress & casual top versions are provided for both.  The skirt offers three hemline options, a level hem that is parallel to the floor, a shaped hem that dips slightly lower in the back and a short hem for tops.
Sizes Girls 8-14

$12.00

 

NEW
Mary & Morgan Misses

The original "Graduation Dress" as shown on the cover features an unusually shaped, embroidered front skirt panel set in to a lace-shaped opening.  To streamline the design for easier construction & to create additional design options, we redrafted the center front panel with straight seams.  A similar lace-shaping template from the original dress is provided to recreate the dress if desired.  Note however that the instructions provided in this pattern do not reflect the specific embellishments of the original dress.  A modified version (cotillion dress) of "Mary's Graduation Dress" is proved in this pattern with a multi paneled, flat-front skirt.
Sizes Girls 8-14

$12.00

 

NEW
Retro Remake

Tailoring of the 1960's returns to modern-day fashion with this easy-to-construct style for women & children.  Choose from endless ways to mix and match colorful prints and fashion trims, as well as sleeved and sleeveless styles.
Sizes 4-16 Girls and 4-16 Misses.

$12.00

 

The Victorian Coattail Dress & Ensemble
Pattern includes full gathered skirt, button-front blouse, coattail dress and cummerbund.
Sizes 4-16 Girls

$12.00

 

Jack & Jill Bibbed Romper
Bibbed romper can be fully lined or made with a facing.  The back waist can be a flat hand or drawn in with elastic. Optional spade pocket is included for placement on front bib, or front or back. Garment closes on each side with a button facing.  Bias ruffle instructions are provided.  Great for boys & girls! Sizes 18mo - 4T.

$12.00

 

Heirloom Tea Dress
by Judith Dobson

This pattern is designed for heirloom sewing techniques using lace shaping, entredeux & gathered lace.  The skirt can be embellished in many ways & allows for a 4" hem for times when lace is not desired.  The bodice & sleeves may be embroidered or remain plain with n the lace shaping.  The sleeves may be embellished as shown with 2 rows of lace or just one, as desired.  Use your imagination to create many variations.
Sizes 2T-10

Click here to see companion machine embroidery CD

$12.00

 

Dainty Designs
The Sew Beautiful Dainty Designs Collection includes a multi-style pattern with neckline, sleeve and bubble options, which can be combined into an endless variety of designs for boys and girls by drawing from a wide range of trims and fabrics. The beauty of this pattern is in its simple construction, which leaves more time for beautiful embellishment; it’s an ideal design for those who find more satisfaction in embroidering than constructing. Sizes 6m-3T
Click to view coordinating embroidery CD

$12.00

 

Jack & Jill Overalls
Cuffed Pants, Smocked Shorts and Bibbed Knickers. Great for boys & girls! Sizes 12mo - 6.

$12.00

 

Jack & Jill Tabard
Tabard can be reversible if desired. Each side can be adorned with a different embellishment or contrast fabric for multiple wear options.  Sizes 12mo - 5.

$12.00

 

 

Miscellaneous

NEW
Sister Smocks
by Indygo Junction
Chic little girl's garments that are easy & fun to make from an assortment of coordinating fabrics.  They can be worn as a sundress, jumper or topper with a t-shirt and pants.  The easy construction and fit lends itself to the most novice sewer.  Sizes 1-6.  Doll dress pattern sold separately.

$ 13.00

 

NEW
Little Charmers
by Indygo Junction
Two children's garments created with charm packs or assorted coordinating 5" fabric squares.  By varying the number of squares used for the perimeter of the garment you can make a variety of little girl sizes.  The skirt has an elastic waist and the jumper has shoulder straps that crisscross at the back & button at the front.  Embellish seams by adding lace, rick rack or vintage trim for unique detailing.  Sizes 2-6.

$ 13.00

 

NEW
Snuggle Bug Bundle
By Little Londyn

A cozy sleeper & blankie in two sizes. Babies love the ribbon trim around the edges & can snuggle up in this delightful sleeper set. Makes up so quick, you'll want to make MORE!

0-3 months • 3-6 months • 30x36 • 45x45

$9.50

 

NEW
Ragamuffin
By Little Londyn

An adorable blankie & sleeper in two sizes. Can be made in either cotton or plush fabrics or mix them together. The blankie is sewn with two layers at the same time making it complete without any quilting!

0-3 months • 3-6 months • 30x36 • 42x60

$9.50

 

 

NEW
Bibs and Burpies
By The Teacher's Pet

Charm square bibs and burp cloths for moms and their muchkins!

$ 8.00

 

NEW
Smartie Pants
By Little Londyn

The perfect accessory for every well dressed baby!  These patterns are simple, cute & easy to understand. Instruction for all three styles included

Child's Sizes 0-24 months

$9.50

 

NEW
Little Miss Sassyfrass
By Little Londyn

Little Miss Sassyfrass will look totally adorable in this fashionable uptown dress, headband & handbag.  Instructions are included for all three & are easy to create in a short amount of time.  L

Child's Sizes 12 mo - 4T

$9.50

 

NEW
Natalie Skirt & Top
By Maw-Bell

This skirt with an elastic waistband has kicky, slightly flirty pleats at the bottom.  The sleeveless, fully lined top, buttons in the back and adds to the fun, flirty look of the outfit with eyelet lace at the lower edge and small eyelet lace yo-yos trimming the neckline.

Child's Sizes 3, 4, 5 & 6

$10.00

 

NEW
The Sabrina Tunic
by Serendipity
You will feel as cool and sophisticated as Audrey Hepburn in this glorious easy-to-sew little frock featuring a boat neckline, sleeveless bodice, Empire waist and A-line skirt with subtle gathering.  The look is polished with a tie at the waist that cris-crosses in the back.  Featured in three lengths, this design can be worn with pants or as a flirty dress.  This tunic is perfect for all season, looking equally smashing by itself or with a cardigan or jacket.
Tissue Pattern for Sizes XXS-XXL

$ 1
1.00

 

NEW
Argyle Dreams

By Jackie Clark

A 4 piece crib collection including quilt, bumpers, sheet and bed skirt.  Easy-to-follow instructions.

$9.00

 

Little Flirty Skirty
By The Apron Lady Designs

Girls of all ages will love the "big girl" fit of this apron, and the flattering way it ties in the front!  Also featured in this pattern is the adorable help apron, with an old style Hollywood Waistline.  It's sure to be a hit for the little girls in your life!

Sizes 2-4, 6-8, 10-12 & Preteen

$10.00

 

It's A Wrap
by Vanilla House Designs
Cover new pillow forms or re-cover old 16" pillows with these clever pillow cases called pillow sleeves.  Both the inner slip cover pillow case and the outer pillow sleeve are easy to remove and wash!  Mix and match the different versions!
$ 9
.00

 

Fusible Fabric Boxes
by Karen West
These fast, fun, no-sew boxes have a variety of uses.  They can hold threads, notions, office supplies,
$
8.00

 

Michelle's Madeira Dress
by Connie Palmer
Michelle's Madeira Dress is an easy summertime must.  Every little girl looks beautiful with a Madeira portrait collar to frame her face.  It gets dressed up with a fake peak-a-boo hem.  What's really great is there is plenty of room on the collar to do machine or hand embroidery.  The embroidery design shown on the dress is from the "Finder's Keepers" embroidery disk.
Sizes 2-6

$ 15
.00

 

My Grandmother's Apron
by Pat-e-Patterns
My Grandmother’s Apron” is truly a vintage design that is as cute-as-can-be with a sassy attitude. The original apron is still beautifully preserved today.
It is fashioned for the experienced kitchen cook and her little lady sous chef.
Remember, “If you Look Good, you Cook Good!”  You will learn a new application for bias tape, a quick gathering technique and creating a perfect pocket.
  Easy-to-Follow Instructions and are illustrated in Full Color.
Sizes Adult S-XL and Child 3-14 Sized Included

$ 8
.00

 

Sweet Dreams Serger Nightgown
by Peggy Dilbone
This beautiful nightgown is made with Swiss embroideries, insertions and edgings. You will be surprised how fast and easy it is to make this nightgown on the serger using a three thread rolled edge. With Peggy's pictured instructions you will learn “oh sew easy” French Sewing Techniques by serger. Also included are directions for the lovely French Sewn Pillowcase.
Sizes Small - X-Large

$ 15
.00

 

The Bella Skirt
by Serendipity
The Bella is the fifth skirt design in the Boutique Chic line by Serendipity, and is a multiple sized tissue pattern.  It is an A-line skirt featuring a buttoned yoke closure in 5 different variations, with or without multiple layers & optional gathering in 3 different lengths:  above the knee, mid-calf and ankle.  It is patterned after our ever popular Emily Skirt featuring the same great line & fit.  This skirt is designed with a small amount of ease that fits just below the waist to be extra comfortable as well as complimentary to every figure.
Tissue Pattern for Sizes XXS-XXL

$ 1
0.00

 

Tea Party Aprons
By The Apron Lady Designs

Mother Daughter Tea Party Aprons give you a chance to enjoy being a girl.  Dressing up will be so much fun in these ruffled feminine aprons!  Easy to make with a flashy buckle or an accent bow.  For adults, the extra wide ties look so hip tied in front.

Sizes Girl's(6-10), Preteen (2-8) and Adult (10-12)

$10.00

 

Flirty Skirty
By The Apron Lady Designs

Flirty Skirty is named for the fun way the apron frames & flatters the body.  Apron ties in front for added comfort & appeal.  The bib length, and skirt can be adjusted for women of various sizes & heights.  Reversible half apron feature an old "Hollywood Waistline", no gathers just flatter!

Sizes Small (2-6), Medium (8-10) and Large (12-16)

$10.00

 

St. Tropez
By Karen Faylor Co

St. Tropez is a versatile two piece outfit that features a hint of smocking at the waist & optional long sleeves.  Make the tank and optional straight skirt for a more casual look.  For a more dramatic style add ruffles or long sleeves to the top and add the ruffled peek-a-boo skirt.

Sizes 8-16

$15.00

 

Zac and Zoe Romper
by Mary Kathryn Barton
Smocked and unsmocked romper, size 1-4 for boys and girls, gathered at the sides and can be belted or tied with bows. Pockets for the front if desired. Over-the-shoulder button looped straps. Easy to sew!
$ 12.00

 

Sashay Skirt
by Indygo Junction
A sensational skirt with timeless appeal that can be made to fit any size figure by following the simple instructions.  Just measure your hips and determine the number of panel you require.  A Mary Ann Donze design.

$ 13.00

 

Swing Jacket
By Indygo Junction

Simple swing silhouette with subtly flared sleeve.  Unlined jacket may be constructed with single or double belt adorning jacket back.  Three collar options included

Sizes S-XL

$10.00

 

Four-Yard Wonder Jacket
By Rag Merchant

Fun to sew, easy to make and comfortable and flattering to wear.  This loose-fitting jacket features a curved hem, back vent with button tab detailing, patch pockets (there's a second set on the inside of the jacket), bias edge trim & a button-loop closure.  Multi-size tissue paper pattern.

Sizes 6-24

$10.00

 

Venice
By Karen Faylor Co

Venice is easy to sew and fun to wear!  Chemise with straps and optional smocking.  Capri pants with fitted front and elastic back.  Pattern includes color insert with step-by-step instructions & photographs for cuff treatment with smocked insert and tulip smocking plate.

Sizes 4-10