10 Fun in the Sun Patterns to Sew

It's the middle of winter in this part of the world and I have a feeling a lot of folks are yearning for a bit of summer fun. Well, hopping on a jet plane for a vacation is good but not everyone can...and besides, summer will be here before you know it. Now's the time to get those patterns for summer sewing. There's nothing like being ready for summer before it gets here and showing off what you got in what you made. 
Here's 10 patterns to satisfy the Island Girl in all of us. Pass me my pina colada, please. 

Simplicity 9750 Misses' One and Two-Piece Swimsuits and Pareo in size 4-12, bust 29-34 inches UNCUT
One piece or two with a pareo to cover-up a little. 

New Look 6029 Misses' Wrap Top, Skirt, Tank Top, Duster, and Pants in size 6-16, Bust 30-38 inches. Complete,Partially Cut
A little dressy but still ready for the sun.

New Look 6760 Misses' Summer Tops in size 6-16, bust 30-38 inches. UNCUT
Casual and fun! 

McCall's 2118 Misses' Dresses in size 8-12, bust 31-34 inches. UNCUT
Casual dress to wear on the boardwalk, maybe do brunch during a well-earned cruise.

Simplicity 4223 Misses' Pullover Tops in size 6-18, bust 30-40 inches UNCUT
Cute tops with variations. 

McCall's 2803 Misses' Skirts in size 10-14, Waist 25-28 inches. UNCUT
The length makes it elegant but keep it relaxed for summer fun.

Simplicity 9085 Misses' Swim Suits and Pants in size 12-14-16, bust 34 -38 inches UNCUT
Ready for the beach!

Simplicity 8733 Misses' Jacket, Skirt, Shorts, and Two-Piece Bathing Suit in size 16-18-20, Bust 38-42 Inches UNCUT
Ready for sun bathing or volleyball!

McCall's 9352 Misses' Two-Piece Swim Suit and Wrap Skirt in size 16 Bust 38 inches UNCUT
Great beach looks.

McCall's 3444 Misses' Low Rise Pants in size 14-18, Waist 28-32, Hip 38-42 inches. UNCUT
Hip huggers + tube top = summer fun!

Well, that's 10 great patterns for summer from casual to proper. Enjoy!

Post by Eileen of GoofingOff Sewing

New Listings At GoofingOff Sewing: 17 Ways to Sew in the New Year!!

Wow, 2016! It's almost hard to fathom. I remember watching movies, sci-fi movies, about what the world would be like in 2016. Driving around in spaceships, food replaced by stuff in a tube, and everyone would wear sleek silvery body suits...because that's what people who travel from planet to planet would wear. Not quite what's happening now. After all, my car is still earth bound and I'm wearing jeans and peasant tops, 70's style...and people still sew.
With that in mind, I found a few patterns that might tickle the fancy of more than a few sewing enthusiasts. Some are for summer but then winter doesn't last forever. 

McCall's 5357 Easy Stitch 'n Save Misses' Summer Wear in size 6-12, bust 29-34 inches.   Easy to sew, easy to wear, perfect for summer or the resort. 

McCall's 4922 Misses Shirts in size 6-12, Bust 30-34 inches UNCUT Button front with collar and princess seams to show off curves.

Simplicity 4162 Lizzie McGuire for Girls. Peasant Blouses, Dress, Pants, and Shorts in size 8-16. UNCUT Peasant tops and dresses for the fashion conscious girls. 

New Look 6361 Girls Summer Outfits Size 3-8 UNCUT Lots of summer looks for the little ones. Fun and easy to sew. 

New Look 6688 Toddlers' Dresses in size 1/2-4 UNCUT So cute! With the right fabric this dress could be suitable for a wedding or the beach!

New Look 6613 Little Girls' Dresses in size 3-8 UNCUT Another cutie from New Look for the little ladies. Adorable!

McCall's 3610 Misses' Shirts in size 8-14, bust 30-36 inches. UNCUT Eight Great Looks, 1 Easy Pattern

Simplicity 9415 Misses' 2 Hour Dress and Top Size 4-8 Bust 29 -31 inches UNCUT A sundress or jumper, easy to sew. 

Simplicity 2893 Misses' Pullover tops in size 8-18 UNCUT Love this!

New Look 6966 Misses Sundresses with strap variations in size 6-16, bust 30-38 inches.  Fitted bodice with flared skirt. Great summer look.

Simplicity 1984 Misses' Bolero Jacket in Size 8-18, bust 30-40 inches. UNCUT  A cute jacket to dress up an evening dress to keep the air conditioning chill off the shoulders. Make it in a luscious satin or brocade. Gorgeous and easy to sew. 

Simplicity 0238 Misses' Super Hero Costumes in size 6-14, bust 30-36 inches UNCUT Who said super heros have to be male? Go Girls!

Simplicity 0259 Misses' Capes Costumes for the Day of the Dead...Maybe Mardi Gras! One size. UNCUT Nothing is as dramatic as a cape. Almost could wear nothing under it....oops, that's another story. 

McCall's 9258 Easy Stitch 'n Save 18 inch doll wardrobe UNCUT Cause baby dolls need clothes, too.

Simplicity 1133 Misses' Super Jiffy Wrap Around Beach Cover-up or Tunic and Pants in size 6-18. UNCUT  Cute and Easy to sew. A Super Jiffy Pattern from the 1960's redone by the good folks at Simplicity.

Simplicity 0331 Girls' Princess Dress Costumes in size 3-6 UNCUT This is the "I want to be a princess" pattern.

Simplicity 3979 Kitchen Accessories and Misses' Apron Shirley Botsford Design UNCUT   I love the look of yarn bombing...here's sewing's answer....fabric bomb. Cute apron, potholders, appliance covers, AND curtains.

Well, that's seventeen. Whew! All listed in the shop. Check them out! Pick out your faves.
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Summer DressListings

I love summer.....I think I said that more than once, but really, with patterns like these, how could I not like summer? Gorgeous and sexy, ready for a summer date night or wedding. Dreamy!

70's Fashion Butterick 6719, Misses' Cropped Halter top and skirt size 10

McCall's 3230 Wrap-Around Pantskirt in size Small, Waist 24-25 inches

McCall's 5770 in size 16, bust 36 inches. Gorgeous from 1961!

Butterick 3514 Misses' dress, size 6-10, bust 30-32.5 inches. UNCUT

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