Free Pattern Friday - Bib Pattern & Tutorial

Sweet & Easy Bib Pattern

Today's free pattern comes to us courtesy of Pattern Patter Team Member Fox Vintage UK.

It's a lovely bib pattern and would make a wonderful gift!

No download today, just follow along with these pictures and instructions. :)

Also see more process photos below the instructions.

Materials Required - 

- (Makes 2. Approx 6-12m) (A little more than 1/2 yd.)

-  FQ of main 100% cotton fabric

-  FQ of lining fabric (Toweling is preference but you can use fleece as well)

-  Kam snaps and press (or sew-on Velcro)

-  Matching colour thread 

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Steps - 

- Seam allowance is 1cm - 

1.)  Use the diagram to draw out your template onto paper (Template below)

2.)  Cut out the pattern on the fold of the main fabric and again in the lining fabric

3.)  Pin right sides together (print facing right side of lining) Start at each point and then work your way round to prevent stretching

4.)  Starting on the top straight side in the middle begin stitching around the bib, coming back round to the start BUT leaving a 1.5 inch approx gap to turn out. Before turning clip corners

5.)  When right side is turned through - press bib remembering at the gap to fold the fabric inside ready to be closed. Don't worry too much if the lining can be seen on the outside it may not stay completely hidden

6.)  Begin top stitching close to the edge from a straight long side - no need to back stitch as you will 

meet the stitching when you come round 

7.)  Finally, as per the instructions that came with your press add a snap stud to each corner. Remember to push through towelling well and make sure you have opposite ends of the stud facing the right way as they are hard to remove afterwards! If you don't have a kam snap then a 1 inch piece of velcro sewn securely in place will also work just fine

8.)  Voila your bib is finished. Feel free to share the pattern and by all means use for business but please credit the Pattern Patter team blog 

*Babies should never be left wearing any bib unattended*

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Mix it up! - Try these ideas!

-  Top stitch lace or rickrack for a more fancy finish.

-  Use tiny bits of fabric to applique a plain cotton bib. 

-  Use left over triangles to make hair bows or applique pockets onto baby clothes.

Now some pictures! :D

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Template!

Here is the template you can use to make the bib.

Stitch it up!

Trim those corners for neatness of course. :)

Ready to turn right-side out.

Pressing it up!

Topstitching :)

Placing the snap.

Finished!  (And very cute)

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Very nice, isn't it?  I'm sure you can make several very quickly and easily.  Good for a beginner as well!

Wonderful gift for the new mom or shower present.

Thanks again to Fox Vintage UK for this wonderful tutorial!

Back To School With McCall's!

How about an actual Back to School pattern booklet for that first week of September?   Labor Day's past and it's officially time for school!

Unfortunately, this booklet from McCall's is undated, but only says it's from September.  I'm guessing it's early 1970s or very late 1960s.  

The cover features this cute jumper dress with knee socks and a blouse with a big collar.  And how about those chunky pilgrim heels?  (McCall's 2040)

Here's some similar patterns from the Pattern Patter Team:

#1.)  Simplicity 5913; Fancywork
#2.)  Simplicity 8976; Retroactive Future
#3.)  McCall's 2901; Purple Plaid Penguin

Jumpers are always great for fall!  You can keep warm and look cute, too.  I still wear them to work!  Pair them with tights or socks and whatever blouse style you like best.

Here we see McCall's 2027/2028, which has handy pockets and a deep V neckline.  On the next page, McCall's 2347 features contrasting collar and cuffs which are very girlish and sweet.

Some similar patterns from the team:

#1.)  Simplicity 8034; Bluetree Sewing Studio
#2.)  McCall's 9552; Atomic Regeneration
#3.)  Simplicity 6628; Jeanie's Shop

And some similar girlish patterns with contrasting collars and cuffs:

#1.)  Simplicity 5152; Pattern Memories
#2.)  Simplicity 5450; Retroactive Future
#3.)  Simplicity 9803; Purple Plaid Penguin

More fun jumpers!  McCall's 2060 has a V-neckline again, while McCall's 2020 has a bib-style.  Still very wearable!   Maybe not quite as currently fashionable is McCall's 2077, with it's vest buttoned to some really pleated pants!  Space age look of the future!!

Similar patterns from the Pattern Patter Team:

#1.)  Simplicity 8408; Clutterina's Shop
#2.)  McCall's 2481; Sydcam 123
#3.)  Simplicity 9776; People Packages

#1.)  Simplicity 5852; Sandritocat
#2.)  Simplicity 6284; People Packages
#3.)  McCall's 3349; Jeanie's Shop

Fun Mix-and-Match Separates are featured in McCall's 2607/2018 and McCall's 2001.  Could you add these to your fall wardrobe?  More chunky heels and knee socks!

Some similar 70s Mix-And Match autumn looks from the Pattern Patter Team:

#1.)  Simplicity 8694; Atomic Regeneration
#2.)  Vogue 7515; Fancywork
#3.)  Simplicity 6103; Frisky Scissors

Such a sweet contrast collar (and a neat design) in McCall's 2051!  A simple, easy-to-wear look in 2041.  Girlish ruffles and frills in McCall's 2078, gotta love it!  Still very wearable today... I'd wear it anyway.  A hint at even MORE ruffles that would grace the front of blouses in the later part of the 70s.

Some similar looks from team members:

#1.) Vogue 7807; Grey Dog Vintage
#2.)  McCall's 9366; Pattern Matters
#3.)  McCall's 3094; Laguna Lane
#4.)  Simplicity 4544; Sydcam 123

WOW!  Check those pants and pigtails!  Groovy McCall's 2057 and 2068 will give you that 70s wardrobe look.

Teamies have similar patterns!

#1.)  Butterick 6819; Erika With A K

#2.)  McCall's 9756; Pengy Patterns

#3.)  McCall's 4422; Smiling Cat Vintage

#4.)  Butterick 3628; Grandma Made With Love

Finally the back features McCall's 2074, a fun plaid jumper that's great for any girl for Back to School!  Very easy, make a lot of them!

Some similar patterns from Pattern Patter Team members:

#1.) Butterick 3235; Fancywork

#2.) McCall's 2033; Sandritocat

#3.)  Simplicity 7370; Redcurlz's Patterns

#4.)  Simplicity 9854; Keepsakes Studio

WOW!

I'm pretty exhausted from looking up all those patterns, but I hope I gave you some ideas for fall sewing fun!

Maybe some of these looks are out of style, but I know you creative people can find ways to bring them into the 21st Century!

Which look do you like best?  

Be sure to visit all the shops of the Pattern Patter Team!

Until next time... :)