Sewing Pattern Sizes

You can find a selection of sewing patterns at Sister Mintaka, produced by a variety of small independent companies.

If you’re not familiar with sewing patterns, then I’ll give you a quick explanation of what they are. A sewing pattern is like a template which you can use to create your own garment.

When you buy a sewing pattern in a physical format, generally known as a paper pattern, you’ll receive the pattern for a particular garment. The pattern will often be drafted in a range of sizes, and there will be a size guide which will help you decide which size to create. There will also be an instruction document, which explains how to create the garment.

In this guide I won’t go into explaining how to use a sewing pattern, but I will briefly explain about sizing, in a way that’s helpful to beginners.

When you want to use a sewing pattern, you need to decide what size to make. Normally you’ll find a size chart for a sewing pattern, and that will let you know what size the pattern is designed for. You might find that the size chart mentions bust, waist and hip measurements. You’ll need to measure these areas on your body and then compare the measurements to the chart. This will help you decide which size to make.

This page is here to allow you see which patterns might work for you. Some pattern companies have a very small size range, and others are more inclusive and have a wider size range.

Size Charts

The following size charts are based on the paper patterns that we stock at the time of writing this post. March 2021.

There will be some patterns made by a pattern company, where their size range varies between their own patterns. I will mention which patterns fall into which size group.

Some pattern companies sell their patterns as pdf files, and those files may have a wider size range. We currently do not stock pdf patterns, but I will mention whether you can find the same pattern in additional sizes, as pdf files, available directly from the designer.

PAPER THEORY PATTERNS

Patterns: Block Tee, LB Pullover, Zadie Jumpsuit, Miller Trousers, Agnes PJs, Olya Shirt

* Additional sizes are available to purchase from True Bias
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 57.5″ / Waist 50.5″ / Hip 59.5″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	31.5	56
Waist (inches)	24	47.5
Hip (inches)	34	57.5

TRUE BIAS

Patterns: Calvin Wrap Dress, Rio Ringer T-Shirt*, Shelby Dress and Romper, Yari Jumpsuit, Ogden Cami*, Lander Pant and Short, Roscoe Blouse and Dress*, Hudson Pant

* Additional sizes are available to purchase from True Bias
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 57.5″ / Waist 50.5″ / Hip 59.5″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	32	44.5
Waist (inches)	26	38.5
Hip (inches)	34	46.5

MEGAN NIELSEN

Patterns: Briar Sweater and T-shirt*, Eucalypt Dress and Tank Top*, Wattle Skirts*, Virginia Leggings*, Dawn Jeans*, Cottesloe Swimsuits and Bikini*, Darling Ranges Dress*, Sudley Dress and Blouse*, Jarrah Top*, Tania Culottes*

* Additional sizes are available to purchase from Megan Nielsen
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 56″ / Waist 48″ / Hip 58″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	32	46
Waist (inches)	24	38
Hip (inches)	34	48

Patterns: Axel Skirt*, Matilda Dress

* Additional sizes are available to purchase from Megan Nielsen
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 56″ / Waist 48″ / Hip 58″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	34	42
Waist (inches)	26	34
Hip (inches)	36	44

CLOSET CORE PATTERNS

Formally known as Closet Case Patterns. The pattern you receive may have the former name on the pattern.

Patterns: Plateau Joggers**, Mile End Sweatshirt**, Blanca Flight Suit**, Carolyn Pajamas**, Elodie Wrap Dress**, Sienna Maker Jacket**, Fiore Skirt**, Pietra Pants**, Cielo Dress and Top**, Kalle Shirt and Shirtdress**

**Additional sizes are available to purchase from Closet Core Patterns
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 60″ / Waist 53″ / Hip 63″)

Patterns: Ginger Jeans, Jenny Overalls, Morgan Jeans, Fiona Dress, Jasika Blazer, Kelly Anorak, Sasha Trousers, Charlie Caftan*

* Additional sizes are available to purchase from Closet Core Patterns
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 58″ / Waist 51″ / Hip 61″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	31	46
Waist (inches)	24	39
Hip (inches)	33	48

FRIDAY PATTERN CO.

Patterns: Hughes Dress, Arlo Track Jacket, Square Neck Top, Sagebrush Top, Heather Blazer

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	32	60
Waist (inches)	24	53
Hip (inches)	34	63

Patterns: Adrienne Blouse, Wilder Gown, Ilford Jacket, Adrianna Dress, Cambria Duster

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	32	54
Waist (inches)	24	47
Hip (inches)	34	57

TILLY AND THE BUTTONS

Patterns: Bille**, Indigo, Lotta, Jaimie**, Bobbi, Lyra**

**Additional sizes are available to purchase from Tilly and the Buttons
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 60″ / Waist 53″ / Hip 61″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	30	48
Waist (inches)	24	42
Hip (inches)	34	51

Patterns: Fifi, Eden, Jessa, Agnes, Ness, Stevie*, Seren, Cleo*, Coco*, Francoise, Rosa, Martha, Mila, Bettine

(*Reprints of this pattern (future stock) will be available in sizes up to Chest 48″ / Waist 42″ / Hip 51″. If you want to check which size is currently in stock, please email hello@sistermintaka.com)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	30	44
Waist (inches)	24	38
Hip (inches)	33	47

PAPERCUT PATTERNS

Patterns: Array Top and Dress, Stacker Jacket, Mito Cami and Dress, Kyoto Tee and Sweater, Ravine Dress, Pinnacle Top, Guise Pants, Sierra Jumpsuit, Nexus Blouse, Sequence Blouse, Kobe Top and Dress, Meridian Dress, Aomori Twist Top, Axis Top, Sapporo Coat and Jacket, Palisade Pants

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	29.9	46.5
Waist (inches)	22	38.6
Hip (inches)	32.3	48.8

DEER AND DOE

Patterns: Neige Sweatshirt*, Acajou Pants*, Passiflore Dress*, Sirocco Jumpsuit*, Hoya Blouse*, Narcisse Pants*, Nénuphar Jacket*, Pensee Dress*, Chardon Skirt*, Azara Skirt*, Agave Skirt*, Safran Pants*, Bleuet Dress*, Melilot Shirt*, Myosotis Dress*, Magnolia Dress, Arum Dress*, Luzerne Trench Coat*, Givre Dress*, Opium Coat*

* Additional sizes are available to purchase from Deer and Doe
(Additional sizes may go up to Chest 45.5″ / Waist 37.75″ / Hip 48″)

Size	From	To
Chest (inches)	31.5	41
Waist (inches)	23.5	33
Hip (inches)	33.75	43.25

RÉPUBLIQUE DU CHIFFON

Patterns: Madeleine Dress, Claude Trousers, Renee Dress, Pierre Shorts

Size (approximately)	From	To
Chest (inches)	31.5	41
Waist (inches)	25	34.5
Hip (inches)	34	43.25