Cold evenings just lend themselves to this snuggly cuddly fleece. Just picture yourself all toasty snuggled up with your book or favourite TV programme
Nothing could be easier to make, and with so much fabric choice you can not go wrong .
How fabulous it will be to make these for children You could add an applique design to the front- a Christmas design maybe, or whatever you fancy. Just a simple heart or a star in sequin fabric will be fabulous
Fleece fabric can be bought from lots of outlets and in lots of designs
There are lots of other places to purchase it too, so take a look at your favourite fabric store
Why do I recommend nightwear and lounge wear so much for beginners sewing projects?
Sewing can be daunting at first and like everything else it can only be learned by actually doing it. Pyjamas for yourself or a child are generally easy to sew and most importantly they help to hone your measuring skills, you learn the importance of cutting out correctly and you can practice sewing straight seams. If you make a tiny mistake no-one will know as you are wearing it indoors. So they are great practice garments and that is why I recommend them for beginners.
There is another source of fleece fabric , fleece blankets can be purchased very cheaply in various shops and although they may be a suitable size for a top you can always make the pants in another fabric as the pattern shows.
You may not like this idea but charity shops are great sources of fabric. Blankets can be purchased new very cheaply, duvet covers and sheets are perfect for toilles or practice garments.
Just give your haul a good wash and add some dettol laundry cleanser or a cap full of Zoflora to the final rinse and all will be well.
I am not giving a specific tutorial for these pyjamas, there are plenty on this link
Sewing for Newbies so do read a few of my posts.
One thing I will say is that fleece makes a terrible mess when sewing and cutting out.
It is important for your sanity to overlook or zigzag close to the edge of all your fabric pieces immediately after cutting out.
You always must wash your fabric before cutting out as most, but not all ,fabrics shrink by up to 10% and you don't want any nasty shocks when you wash your new garment for the first time,
The fabric will shed when you are cutting out and be prepared by having a vacuum cleaner and clothes brush close at hand. You will definitely need to clean the fluff out of your machines after sewing and also you will need to wash your finished garment before wearing it to get rid of the last bits of fluff.
This is a lovely cosy outfit for winter and you will really appreciate wearing it.
Do choose your favourite pattern ( a sweatshirt would be good too ) and take a look at all the many designs of fleece fabric available and have fun.
I would love to see your fleece PJs or onesies so do share your photos on my social media channels
Happy sewing
Angela
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