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Includes six full-scale printed unisex sewing patterns for ages 0-12 years with multiple variations, totalling 24 projects*
Making clothes for little ones is so much fun – whether you’re sewing for your own children, grandchildren or friends’ kids. Tilly & the Buttons: Mini Makes is the go-to resource for clothesmaking for babies and children, written by sewing trailblazer and mum of two Tilly Walnes.
The book includes six sewing patterns for kids aged 0 to 12 years, plus multiple variations totalling 24 projects. Cute, comfortable and practical, these are the kinds of clothes children will want to wear every day – and have crucially passed the playground test.
With clear step-by-step instructions presented in Tilly and the Buttons’ signature user-friendly style, the book is suitable for sewists of all levels. It’s also packed with practical tips and inspiration on topics such as choosing fabrics for childrenswear, embellishment ideas, involving little ones in sewing, and more.
The patterns included are:
Full-scale pattern sheets are included in the book on double-sided sheets ready to trace off, or alternatively you can download and print layered PDF versions on A4/Letter or A0.
Published by Quadrille (Hardie Grant). Photography by Jane Looker. Props and styling by Clare Nicolson.
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Full-scale printed pattern sheets are included in the back of the book on double-sided sheets ready to trace off. Alternatively you can download and print layered PDF versions on A4/Letter or A0 size paper.
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Made the leggings last year and more recently the Mini Indigo dress from a multi coloured cotton print for my granddaughter. She really liked the leggings and absolutely adores the dress. Will make more when I get time. Instructions are very clear and the suggestions for individualisation are really helpful and inspiring.
Hi Hannah, thanks so much for such a lovely review! It’s so great to hear that you found the instructions easy to follow and that you’ve been inspired to make more, yay! Happy sewing! Virginija x
Absolutely love this book. I've made Tshirts, Leggings and a couple of indigo dresses for my youngest daughter. I can't wait to make the jacket next. Fantastic designs, with instructions that are easy to follow. I love how Tilly adds ideas on adapting the patterns!!
How lovely! Your daughter is going to have such a gorgeous handmade wardrobe. We love that you’re enjoying the adaptable ideas too! Happy sewing. Abi x
A great book with simple and adaptable patterns. I have recommended it to many friends with grandchildren. Well done.
Janet, that is so lovely to hear that you enjoyed it. We really appreciate you recommending it to friends. Thank you! :)
I am new to sewing, and I am doing it by hand. I find this book amazing, I am thoroughly enjoying making the indigo dress at the moment. A great book!
Hi Julie, thanks for your lovely review! I'm so happy to hear you're enjoying the book and that you're finding it helpful as a beginner. Keep going, you're doing great! :) Happy sewing, Virginija x
I have made one of my grandson's, 2 pairs of leggins for his birthday and he said: "Thank you grandma, these will replace the pants with all the holes".
Ethel
Hi Ethel, thanks so much for such a lovely review! I absolutely loved hearing what your grandson said - what a sweet and practical gift! Hope you enjoy making many more leggings for your grandkids. :) Happy sewing! Virginija
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