Best pattern recommendations on Reddit

112 reviews from r/sewing, r/casualknitting, r/airsoft and 15 more subreddits

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#1

Atacs

4.8
(4)
"Atacs FG, or PenCott GreenZone."
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"Atacs works great in these sorts of areas."
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"Atacs iX or Atacs auX, or Atacs TDX if you can find it."
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"I would personally go for a atacs au camo."
#2

Etsy

4.5
(4)
"These are perfect for a mamianqun, or horse face skirt."
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"For the dress, I would search slip dress."
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"Reminds me of halter bathing suit, with boyfriend cut bottoms."
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"Simple, but effective."
#3

Ravelry

4.5
(4)
"My favorite patterns for tweed are Winter Hygge Socks and Galiano Socks!"
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"My favorite patterns for tweed are Winter Hygge Socks and Galiano Socks!"
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"Kinda late to this but have you considered a mosaic patterned sock? Works awesome with variegated yarns."
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"I find this pattern looks really good with variegated yarn https://ravel.me/alligator-back-socks."
#4

Summer Lee

5.0
(3)
"I'd recommend Hibernal socks and the Cider House Socks for your tweed yarn"
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"I'd recommend Hibernal socks and the Cider House Socks for your tweed yarn"
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"Summer Lee’s Seasons socks did me well when I didn’t really like how my yarn was pooling."
#5

DMC

4.7
(3)
"Dmc has cute free patterns like this one: https://www.dmc.com/US/en/products/mouline-pattern-circular-floral-wreath"
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"For the baby showers I had at my job this year I used the free DMC baby patterns."
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"I used the free DMC baby patterns [bonjour baby] and [welcome to the world]."
#6

Through the Loopy

5.0
(2)
"I recently gifted this pattern to two people! Super simple and a video tutorial too."
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"This one is pretty easy and gives some pattern."
#7

Elbe Textiles

5.0
(2)
"The Elbe Textiles Howerdal is definitely the closet to the inspo"
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"The Elbe Textiles Howerdel Skirt has similar design lines"
#8

Burnley & Trowbridge

5.0
(2)
"I'm going to give the easy recommendation of Burnley & Trowbridge for accurate patterns."
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"I'm going to give the easy recommendation of Burnley & Trowbridge for accurate patterns."
#9

Laughing Moon

5.0
(2)
"Laughing Moon has excellent Victorian trouser patterns."
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"[Laughing Moon 119] looks about right."
#10

Hearthook Home

4.5
(2)
"I used this pattern for a Christmas gift scarf for my boyfriend this year and he loved it!"
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"I'm looking forward to trying this one."
#11

Lion Brand

4.5
(2)
"Look up Daisy farm crafts pattern called ‘Even Moss at Berry Ridge’ pattern. There’s a video too, so if you’re a beginner, it’s great."
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"It's one of the first patterns I completed."
#12

Kryptek Mandrake

4.0
(2)
"Kryptek Mandrake could work."
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"Kryptek Mandrake/Highlander."
#13

BraBuilders

4.0
(2)
"I agree that Josey Plus would be a good pattern to try."
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"I still think it's the best option in your size range."
#14

Yarnspirations

4.0
(2)
"The [yarnspirations.com](https://yarnspirations.com) site has tons of free patterns."
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"Go to the yarnspirations website. You can search free patterns based on the yarn."
#15

LilyPaDesigns

4.0
(2)
"I love it in the DD-GG size pack"
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"I’d suggest the LilyPaDesigns Labellum."
#16

Butterick

5.0
(1)
"The B view of Butterick 6736 is similar. It's on Etsy."
#17

Caron

5.0
(1)
"I made a baby blanket with the shell stitch and it makes for a very dense fabric."
#18

Ranti Ehinmola

5.0
(1)
"You should check out Ranti Ehinmola (Chalet Jumper) or Kalilah Harry (Never Sweater)"
#19

Bella Loves Patterns

5.0
(1)
"[These from Bella Loves Patterns](https://bellalovespatterns.com/products/billy-trousers-pdf-sewing-pattern) I think are perfect or [Paradise Protea](https://paradisepatterns.com/products/protea-pants-pdf-pattern-sizes-00-30-hip-35-61-chic-and-modern-wide-leg-pleated-trouser-sewing-pattern) or [Vogue 2070](https://simplicity.com/vogue-patterns/pdv2070)"
#20

Deer and Doe

5.0
(1)
"I really like Deer and Doe. This looks similar to the pictures you posted: https://closetcorepatterns.com/collections/deer-and-doe-sewing-patterns/products/genet-pants-shorts-pattern?variant=40683438571654"
#21

Spaghetti Western Sewing

5.0
(1)
"The Spaghetti Western Sewing Henrietta Skirt is also cute"
#22

Nicole Rudolph

5.0
(1)
"Check out Nicole Rudolph's tutorial."
#23

Curvy Pattern Database

5.0
(1)
"You can check the curvy pattern database, you can search it using your own measurements."
#24

Oliver + S

5.0
(1)
"This designer produces extremely well-drafted pattern with copious instructions."
#25

Made By Anita

5.0
(1)
"I’ve just started this gorgeous Grace Blanket from Made By Anita."
#26

Fairebelle

5.0
(1)
"This type of fabric would look great in a cheongsam or qipao style."
#27

My Favourite Things Knitwear

5.0
(1)
"They perfect for winter!"
#28

Redthreaded

5.0
(1)
"Excellent, and have good instructions."
#29

Sandes Garn

5.0
(1)
"Its SO warm, almost too warm :P"
#30

Long Dog, Modern Folk Embroidery, Stitching Jules Design

5.0
(1)
"Some of my favorite monochrome designers."
#31

PetiteKnit

5.0
(1)
"They perfect for winter!"
#32

Fat Quarter Shop

5.0
(1)
"Free-fat-eighth-bundle-quilt-patterns."
#33

ModeBespoke

5.0
(1)
"ModeBespoke on Youtube- Breezy top, accompanying video."
#34

Earth Weave Cowl

5.0
(1)
"Is nice."
#35

Jelka

5.0
(1)
"Is nice."
#36

Pattern Magic

5.0
(1)
"Fantastic resources for design elements like this."
#37

The Fold Line

5.0
(1)
"Tons of indie sewing patterns have sizes that accommodate your measurements."
#38

Pencott

5.0
(1)
"Pencott Wildwood & Greenzone"
#39

Julie Knits in Paris Whatever Sweater

5.0
(1)
"Check out the whatever sweater by Julie knits in Paris!"
#40

Pamela Wynne February Lady Sweater

5.0
(1)
"I like the February Lady Sweater by Pamela Wynne."
#41

At the Sign of the Golden Scissors

5.0
(1)
"For 1770s, try patterns from At the Sign of the Golden Scissors."
#42

Barbara Walker

5.0
(1)
"I'd recommend Knitting from the Top by Barbara Walker and books by Janet Szabo."
#43

Pippa Patterns

5.0
(1)
"I made the flowers for my brothers wedding using mostly Pippa pattern's flowers. They are very realistic."
#44

YarnAndy

5.0
(1)
"YarnAndy has a lot of TC patterns ! Specifically 2 Tunisian crochet tops + 1 sweater pattern."
#45

Quick Ombré Hat

5.0
(1)
"Is a great free pattern."
#46

Ravelry Winter Warmer Tunic

5.0
(1)
"Look up Winter Warmer Tunic on Ravelry."
#47

Ravelry Real Easy Raglan

5.0
(1)
"My most worn by far is this one https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/real-easy-raglan"
#48

Meander Cowl

5.0
(1)
"Found them very manageable!"
#49

Charm Patterns

5.0
(1)
"The patreon is the best deal: sign up for one month and you'll have access to 40+ patterns."
#50

Elizabeth Stewart Clark

5.0
(1)
"For 1840s and 1850s, you want Elizabeth Stewart Clark’s book and patterns."
#51

Juliana Martejevs The Nelly Coat

5.0
(1)
"What a cool set!! I love how this looks!"
#52

SodaStitch Knitting Kitten

5.0
(1)
"For the pinks, any SodaStitch (Etsy) designs!"
#53

Elizabeth Morrison Men's Sweater Patterns

5.0
(1)
"Check out Elizabeth Morrison’s patterns on Ravelry."
#54

Artist of Pentacles

5.0
(1)
"Found them very manageable!"
#55

Booby Traps

5.0
(1)
"I've always had good luck with them."
#56

Vervaco

4.0
(1)
"If you prefer kits, Vervaco has tons of bookmarks."
#57

Lily

4.0
(1)
"There's a pattern for picot stitch wash cloth."
#58

Gvello Stitch

4.0
(1)
"Traditional Ukranian patterns easily made into bookmarks."
#59

Ravelry Slip It Simple Sock

4.0
(1)
"These might add some interest to the wide color work."
#60

Rich Textures Crochet

4.0
(1)
"Makes an interesting texture and is straight forward."
#61

Italian Vegetato

4.0
(1)
"Maybe Italian vegetato?"
#62

Finnish M04

4.0
(1)
"Finnish m04 is pretty good."
#63

Belgian Army M90

4.0
(1)
"Belgian Army M90 Jigsaw or Romanian Leaf camo should be good."
#64

Pencott Badlands

4.0
(1)
"Pencott badlands!"
#65

Garnstudio

4.0
(1)
"I think these are pretty similar"
#66

Stylearc Saskia Woven Bustier

4.0
(1)
"This might be a good base for the bodice: Stylearc Saskia Woven Bustier."
#67

Simplicity S9285

4.0
(1)
"[https://simplicity.com/simplicity/s9285]"
#68

New Look N6751

4.0
(1)
"New Look N6751 view B."
#69

The Friendly Red Fox

4.0
(1)
"I’m working on this one and it’s a lovely stitch."
#70

Purl Soho

4.0
(1)
"I like Purl Soho's Lovely Lightweight Tee pattern - while it's not a sweater, it is a nice pattern that can be done in fingering weight yarn."
#71

Cascade

4.0
(1)
"[Waffle stitch] looks great in a solid color."
#72

Evadress Loungewear

4.0
(1)
"Give this a whirl: https://evadress.com/collections/loungewear"
#73

Threads Monthly Slip Dress Patterns

4.0
(1)
"Maybe you could modify one of these? https://threadsmonthly.com/slip-dress-patterns/#lace"
#74

Ravelry The Juliet Ribbed Top

4.0
(1)
"Looks quite similar to the Aquamarline, except in DK instead of bulky-equivalent."
#75

Lady Marlowe

4.0
(1)
"Lady Marlowe and Mrs. Depew are websites that offer physical and pdf patterns."
#76

Ravelry Recreational Tilling Socks

4.0
(1)
"This seems cool, but I haven't made it yet."
#77

Ravelry Stripe Tease

4.0
(1)
"Https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-tease"
#78

Ravelry The Jan Sweater

4.0
(1)
"Https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-jan-sweater"
#79

Butterick Vintage Reproduction Patterns

4.0
(1)
"Look at the vintage reproduction patterns, both Butterick & Vogue have updated versions."
#80

Etsy Top Pattern

4.0
(1)
"This for top: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1190478248/ or this https://www.etsy.com/listing/1340273831/."
#81

Etsy Circle Skirt Pattern

4.0
(1)
"And for the bottom maybe a circle skirt pattern: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1053404099/."
#82

AlphaPatterns Dress Sewing Pattern

4.0
(1)
"The top of this [AlphaPatterns](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1094411358/dress-sewing-pattern-pdf-slip-dress) dress is almost perfect."
#83

Butterick 6453 Pattern

4.0
(1)
"The bodice looks very similar to the Butterick 6453 pattern."
#84

Lovecraft Free Crochet Patterns

4.0
(1)
"Lovecraft free crochet patterns is a great place to look!"
#85

Black Snail

4.0
(1)
"Try Black Snail patterns, too."
#86

Sew Curvy

4.0
(1)
"I’d suggest any of the patterns by Sew Curvy, Corsets by Caroline, or Vanyanis."
#87

Papiocreek Crochet

4.0
(1)
"Recently finished a scarf and beanie for my bil using the following pattern and found them easy, quick, and very gender neutral in style."
#88

Christa Code Design

4.0
(1)
"If you only have one skein to work with you might want to go for a lacy pattern to conserve yarn, or you could make a cowl and matching earwarmer?"
#89

Simplicity Vintage Patterns

3.0
(1)
"Charm patterns and things like the “vintage” patterns from Simplicity and Butterick."

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