Pattern Recommendations reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 112 Reddit reviews across 18 subreddits and 48 posts to rank the best Pattern Recommendations brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/sewing, r/knitting, r/airsoft, r/casualknitting, r/HistoricalCostuming. Top-rated brands include Atacs (4.8/5), DMC (4.7/5), Etsy (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews112
Subreddits18
Posts48
Brands93
Products57
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#1
Atacs
4.8
(4)
"Atacs FG, or PenCott GreenZone."
"Atacs works great in these sorts of areas."
"Atacs iX or Atacs auX, or Atacs TDX if you can find it."
"I would personally go for a atacs au camo."
#2
DMC
4.7
(3)
"Dmc has cute free patterns like this one:
https://www.dmc.com/US/en/products/mouline-pattern-circular-floral-wreath"
"For the baby showers I had at my job this year I used the free DMC baby patterns."
"I used the free DMC baby patterns [bonjour baby] and [welcome to the world]."
#3
Etsy
4.3
(3)
"These are perfect for a mamianqun, or horse face skirt."
"I know a pattern that doesn't have the top collar, but has all the edges bound like that."
"Reminds me of halter bathing suit, with boyfriend cut bottoms."
#4
Through the Loopy
5.0
(2)
"I recently gifted this pattern to two people! Super simple and a video tutorial too."
"This one is pretty easy and gives some pattern."
#5
Burnley & Trowbridge
5.0
(2)
"I'm going to give the easy recommendation of Burnley & Trowbridge for accurate patterns."
"I'm going to give the easy recommendation of Burnley & Trowbridge for accurate patterns."
#6
Elbe Textiles
5.0
(2)
"The Elbe Textiles Howerdal is definitely the closet to the inspo"
"The Elbe Textiles Howerdel Skirt has similar design lines"
#7
Laughing Moon
5.0
(2)
"Laughing Moon has excellent Victorian trouser patterns."
"[Laughing Moon 119] looks about right."
#8
Hearthook Home
4.5
(2)
"I used this pattern for a Christmas gift scarf for my boyfriend this year and he loved it!"
"I'm looking forward to trying this one."
#9
Spaghetti Western Sewing
4.5
(2)
"The Spaghetti Western Sewing Henrietta Skirt is also cute"
"Https://spaghettiwesternsewing.com/products/rue-quilt-coat"
#10
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."
"It's one of the first patterns I completed."
#11
BraBuilders
4.0
(2)
"I agree that Josey Plus would be a good pattern to try."
"I still think it's the best option in your size range."
#12
Yarnspirations
4.0
(2)
"The [yarnspirations.com](https://yarnspirations.com) site has tons of free patterns."
"Go to the yarnspirations website. You can search free patterns based on the yarn."
#13
Kryptek Mandrake
4.0
(2)
"Kryptek Mandrake could work."
"Kryptek Mandrake/Highlander."
#14
LilyPaDesigns
4.0
(2)
"I love it in the DD-GG size pack"
"I’d suggest the LilyPaDesigns Labellum."
#15
Vogue
4.0
(2)
"[Vogue 2832] (to pull."
"[Vogue 2386 (Bellville Sassoon)]"
#16
Academie
5.0
(1)
"**PATTERN:** Academie by Tricot Design MCL"
#17
Ophelia
5.0
(1)
"Is pretty high on my list."
#18
Haru
5.0
(1)
"For a different construction, maybe Haru - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/haru-v-neck-sweater"
#19
Paradise Patterns
5.0
(1)
"I just finished the Paradise Patterns [Protea Pant](https://paradisepatterns.com/products/protea-pants-pdf-pattern-sizes-00-30-hip-35-61-chic-and-modern-wide-leg-pleated-trouser-sewing-pattern). Look exactly like this, sewed up beautifully and easy to follow instructions."
#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
VikiSews
5.0
(1)
"Oh the [vikisews daphna](https://vikisews.com/vykrojki/pants-and-shorts/daphna-trousers/) are literally a copy of these!"
#22
ModeBespoke
5.0
(1)
"ModeBespoke on Youtube- Breezy top, accompanying video."
#23
Very Pink
5.0
(1)
"I think Very Pink has tutorials to go with all her patterns."
#24
Mount Pleasant
5.0
(1)
"Is a popular project and it was a quick knit for me."
#25
Pencott
5.0
(1)
"Pencott Wildwood & Greenzone"
#26
Ranti Ehinmola
5.0
(1)
"You should check out Ranti Ehinmola (Chalet Jumper) or Kalilah Harry (Never Sweater)"
#27
Butterick
5.0
(1)
"The B view of Butterick 6736 is similar. It's on Etsy."
#28
Caron
5.0
(1)
"I made a baby blanket with the shell stitch and it makes for a very dense fabric."
#29
Moogly
5.0
(1)
"I found it on mooglyblog.com."
#30
Nicole Rudolph
5.0
(1)
"Check out Nicole Rudolph's tutorial."
#31
Oliver + S
5.0
(1)
"This designer produces extremely well-drafted pattern with copious instructions."
#32
Made By Anita
5.0
(1)
"I’ve just started this gorgeous Grace Blanket from Made By Anita."
#33
Fairebelle
5.0
(1)
"This type of fabric would look great in a cheongsam or qipao style."
#34
My Favourite Things Knitwear
5.0
(1)
"They perfect for winter!"
#35
Redthreaded
5.0
(1)
"Excellent, and have good instructions."
#36
Sandes Garn
5.0
(1)
"Its SO warm, almost too warm :P"
#37
Long Dog, Modern Folk Embroidery, Stitching Jules Design
5.0
(1)
"Some of my favorite monochrome designers."
#38
PetiteKnit
5.0
(1)
"They perfect for winter!"
#39
Fat Quarter Shop
5.0
(1)
"Free-fat-eighth-bundle-quilt-patterns."
#40
Booby Traps
5.0
(1)
"I've always had good luck with them."
#41
Artist of Pentacles
5.0
(1)
"Found them very manageable!"
#42
Meander Cowl
5.0
(1)
"Found them very manageable!"
#43
Quick Ombré Hat
5.0
(1)
"Is a great free pattern."
#44
Jelka
5.0
(1)
"Is nice."
#45
Earth Weave Cowl
5.0
(1)
"Is nice."
#46
Tin Can Knits
5.0
(1)
"Tin Can Knits is a good place to start."
#47
YarnAndy
5.0
(1)
"YarnAndy has a lot of TC patterns ! Specifically 2 Tunisian crochet tops + 1 sweater pattern."
#48
MDL Crochet
5.0
(1)
"MDL Crochet on Youtube has a nice pattern that would be a beautiful sweater."
#49
Curvy Pattern Database
5.0
(1)
"You can check the curvy pattern database, you can search it using your own measurements."
#50
Julie Knits in Paris Whatever Sweater
5.0
(1)
"Check out the whatever sweater by Julie knits in Paris!"
#51
Pamela Wynne February Lady Sweater
5.0
(1)
"I like the February Lady Sweater by Pamela Wynne."
#52
At the Sign of the Golden Scissors
5.0
(1)
"For 1770s, try patterns from At the Sign of the Golden Scissors."
#53
Barbara Walker
5.0
(1)
"I'd recommend Knitting from the Top by Barbara Walker and books by Janet Szabo."
#54
Pippa Patterns
5.0
(1)
"I made the flowers for my brothers wedding using mostly Pippa pattern's flowers. They are very realistic."
#55
The Fold Line
5.0
(1)
"Tons of indie sewing patterns have sizes that accommodate your measurements."
#56
Elizabeth Morrison Men's Sweater Patterns
5.0
(1)
"Check out Elizabeth Morrison’s patterns on Ravelry."
#57
Ravelry Real Easy Raglan
5.0
(1)
"My most worn by far is this one https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/real-easy-raglan"
#58
Ravelry Winter Warmer Tunic
5.0
(1)
"Look up Winter Warmer Tunic on Ravelry."
#59
Charm Patterns
5.0
(1)
"The patreon is the best deal: sign up for one month and you'll have access to 40+ patterns."
#60
Elizabeth Stewart Clark
5.0
(1)
"For 1840s and 1850s, you want Elizabeth Stewart Clark’s book and patterns."
#61
Juliana Martejevs The Nelly Coat
5.0
(1)
"What a cool set!! I love how this looks!"
#62
SodaStitch Knitting Kitten
5.0
(1)
"For the pinks, any SodaStitch (Etsy) designs!"
#63
Pattern Magic
5.0
(1)
"Fantastic resources for design elements like this."
#64
Two of Wands
4.0
(1)
"Two of Wands does a lot of tutorials to go alongside her patterns."
#65
Outline Tank
4.0
(1)
"I also really want to make the Outline Tank and Outline Tee by Jessie Mead."
#66
Subway Tiles
4.0
(1)
"Black and white subways tiles in a running bond pattern would suit your dog/others too"
#67
Made to Your Measure
4.0
(1)
"I’m currently making the Made to Your Measure tank top, which is a cropped 2x2 ribbing tank top."
#68
Matchy Matchy Pattern Club
4.0
(1)
"Matchy Matchy Pattern Club Homebody jacket is very similar."
#69
By Hand London
4.0
(1)
"[By Hand London - Nerrisa]"
#70
Brightside Patterns
4.0
(1)
"The Flora Jacket & Vest by Brightside Patterns looks very similar."
#71
LaRae Handmade
4.0
(1)
"The [Coast Coat] by LaRae Handmade has a curved hem option."
#72
Ayora
4.0
(1)
"But there’s a pattern called Ayora jacket that I particularly like."
#73
Arne Carlos
4.0
(1)
"This might be a less fitted alternative."
#74
Nido
4.0
(1)
"This looks really close but is quite expensive."
#75
Cascade
4.0
(1)
"[Waffle stitch] looks great in a solid color."
#76
Gvello Stitch
4.0
(1)
"Traditional Ukranian patterns easily made into bookmarks."
#77
Lily
4.0
(1)
"There's a pattern for picot stitch wash cloth."
#78
Vervaco
4.0
(1)
"If you prefer kits, Vervaco has tons of bookmarks."
#79
Rich Textures Crochet
4.0
(1)
"Makes an interesting texture and is straight forward."
#80
Simplicity
4.0
(1)
"I have a couple of vintage suggestions, if they strike your fancy."
#81
Italian Vegetato
4.0
(1)
"Maybe Italian vegetato?"
#82
Finnish M04
4.0
(1)
"Finnish m04 is pretty good."
#83
Belgian Army M90
4.0
(1)
"Belgian Army M90 Jigsaw or Romanian Leaf camo should be good."
#84
Pencott Badlands
4.0
(1)
"Pencott badlands!"
#85
Garnstudio
4.0
(1)
"I think these are pretty similar"
#86
Stylearc Saskia Woven Bustier
4.0
(1)
"This might be a good base for the bodice: Stylearc Saskia Woven Bustier."
#87
Simplicity S9285
4.0
(1)
"[https://simplicity.com/simplicity/s9285]"
#88
New Look N6751
4.0
(1)
"New Look N6751 view B."
#89
The Friendly Red Fox
4.0
(1)
"I’m working on this one and it’s a lovely stitch."
#90
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."
#91
Sew Curvy
4.0
(1)
"I’d suggest any of the patterns by Sew Curvy, Corsets by Caroline, or Vanyanis."
#92
Black Snail
4.0
(1)
"Try Black Snail patterns, too."
#93
Evadress Loungewear
4.0
(1)
"Give this a whirl: https://evadress.com/collections/loungewear"
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