"The pattern is great for beginners, it's ideal for someone who wants to have a first try at making underwear or for someone who wants to experiment with stretch fabrics"
If you want to design your own underwear, the Harry boxer briefs and trunks is the perfect pattern! In less than 1 1/2 hours you can make custom underwear in two styles: view A: boxer briefs with a 4” (10 cm) inseam and view B: trunks with a 2” (5 cm) inseam.
Use nylon/spandex and you will have perfect fitting swimwear too!
This designer pattern is fully graded with seam allowance, featuring sizes ranging from XS to XXL; and, take the guesswork out of sewing swimwear with the included English and Spanish language instruction booklet.
Check out Mikey Cammish’s review and sew along of the Harry pattern!
Go ahead and sew your Harry boxers! The members of our club will learn to make the Harry pattern step by step. As a Sirena Elite member you have access to exclusive tutorials, one free pattern per month and more benefits. Join by clicking here.
Until next time!
I am very happy to share with you my most recent sewing project, the pattern of the month of February 2023, the Juany shirt from Sirena Patterns. As soon as I saw the pattern I thought of the many combinations that can be made with different items of clothing and the variety of fabrics that can be used to create different outfits. I would wear the Juany shirt with jeans, dress pants, shorts, skirts, over a crop top or a bikini, etc. The possibilities are endless!
Sewing pattern and fabrics
The Juany pattern is a loose-fitting shirt for women, with a shirt collar and yoke with a stud on the back. You have two sleeve options: view A has sleeves with flaps and cuffs, view B has short sleeves. I made view A.
The fabric I used was a 100% cotton floral print fabric, a lightweight flat weave, non-stretch fabric. I used lightweight adhesive interfacing according to the pattern pieces that called for it.
Size that I used and adjustments to the pattern before cutting the pieces
I made a size small and trimmed it 2 inches to shorten the sleeve length.
Sewing the Juany shirt
Sewing the Juany shirt was very entertaining, interesting and attractive, once I finished one step, I wanted to continue with the next. There was a balance between basic techniques and techniques at an intermediate level. Following the steps explained in the instructions and the video tutorial were key tools for making the pattern in an easy and simple way. Step #1 is very important, sew ⅜” from the seam allowance with a staystitch, the edges of the neck of the front pieces and the yoke so that you have a good finish when you are sewing the neck. The stud on the back is an easy step. The burrito method in step #5, rolling the front and back pieces towards the yoke and pinning the shoulders, is extremely easy. Step #7 is another key step when I was making the sleeve flap and you will see that you will not have any confusion. Following the order of the steps was very helpful for me, they are easy to follow and I was able to make the shirt from start to finish. It is very important to iron when in the steps it tells you to iron and always remember to familiarize yourself with the glossary of terms that are very useful when making your sewing project.
The moment a project is completed the joy you feel and saying “I did it” is very rewarding and priceless. At Sirena Elite you keep learning, you learn sewing techniques and the correct way of doing things.
Check out other club members creations!
Go ahead and sew your Juany shirt! Let out the creativity you have inside! The members of our club will learn to make the Juany pattern step by step. As a Sirena Elite member you have access to exclusive tutorials, one free pattern per month and more benefits. Join by clicking here.
Until next time!
Look fabulous at the beach or pool in a swimsuit made by you!
Meet our new pattern: the Maria swimsuit! Inspired by 1960’s silhouettes, this one piece swimsuit is guaranteed to be your favorite!
Pattern Specs
This women’s one piece swimsuit has wide comfortable straps and a ruched bodice in the front, super flattering detail! Built-in bra with elastic band underneath offers excellent bust support. You can add cups, which are optional, for more support. The pattern design shapes and softens the silhouette, with a moderate cut leg and full back coverage. In addition, it is fully lined. So if you want to show off your figure in a more conservative way than with a bikini, the Maria swimsuit is for you.
To make swimsuits I recommend fabric with Spandex that has stretch greater than or equal to 50%. For the lining, you can use lightweight polyester fabric that stretches in both directions (4-way stretch). You can also use swimsuit fabric as a lining.
The pattern includes all sizes from xtra-small (XS) to extra-extra large (XXL) and instructions with step-by-step illustrations in Spanish and English.
Get your pattern
Continue creating with me, I am here to support you and motivate you to accept new challenges.
XOXO, Tommie
Design Tip
This design is super flattering and using a printed fabric in the center and solid colors on the sides will make you look taller and slimmer. The Maria swimsuit is for you to feel comfortable while you give it your all with your figure!
Our membership’s tutorials are only in Spanish at the moment, we are working hard to add English Subtitles. If you would like to join our mailing list click here, we will let you know as soon as the English Subtitles are available.
If you can’t wait check out our patterns which are fully bilingual in Spanish and English!
Los miembros de Sirena Elite pueden disfrutar de un tutorial paso a paso para confeccionar esta pieza y así poder lograr resultados profesionales más rápido y fácil. ¡Es como tener la maestra al lado mientras coses!
We have a new lingerie pattern, meet the Daisy pattern!
For many of us it’s a bit difficult to find the right lingerie that makes us feel comfortable, but also looks cute. We have the solution for you! In Sirena Elite we teach you how to create your own pieces. Your measurements, your favorite details, your style. Start creating your own lingerie with the Daisy pattern!
Pattern Specs
This pattern is ideal for beginners in sewing and can be made on a regular sewing machine. The Daisy pattern has four views: two bralettes and two panties. You get 4 options in one pattern:
- View A: Princess seam, triangle style bralette has decorative elastic bust band and adjustable bra straps. Optional flower ornament.
- View B: Decorative lace, princess seam, triangle style bralette has decorative lace bust band and adjustable bra straps. Optional flower ornament.
- View C: Hipster, cheeky back panty has lined crotch and fold over elastic finishes. Optional flower ornament.
- View D: Decorative lace edge hipster panty has a cheeky back, lined crotch and stretch lace waistband. Optional flower ornament.
The pattern includes all sizes from extra-small (XS) to extra-extra-large (XXL) and detailed instructions with step-by-step illustrations in Spanish and English.
Get your pattern
Continue creating with me, I am here to support you and motivate you to accept new challenges.
XOXO, Tommie
Design Tip
Remember that you can always make some alterations such as a higher waist for the panties or a higher neckline for the bralette.
Play with the placement of the straps, you can place them single, crossed or in a “V”. You are the designer!
Our membership’s tutorials are only in Spanish at the moment, we are working hard to add English Subtitles. If you would like to join our mailing list click here, we will let you know as soon as the English Subtitles are available.
If you can’t wait check out our patterns which are fully bilingual in Spanish and English!
Los miembros de Sirena Elite disfrutan de un tutorial paso a paso para confeccionar esta pieza y así poder lograr resultados profesionales más rápido y fácil. ¡Es como tener la maestra al lado mientras coses!
¿Todavía no eres miembro de Sirena Elite? Con tu suscripción recibes un patrón gratis al mes de tu selección, acceso a tutoriales de costura y manualidades, eventos exclusivos, descuentos y más. Hazte miembro hoy haciendo click aquí.
Meet the Andrew swimsuit pattern, our first swimsuit pattern for men!
We have good news! For a long time people have been asking for a men’s pattern that will fit spectacularly… We welcome to our family of patterns the Andrew. At last men will be able to have a style that is easy to do but with professional finishes and with a variety of options.
Pattern Specs
If you want to use the Andrew Pattern as a swimsuit, use fabrics that don’t absorb water like 100% polyester or 100% nylon. Unlike women’s swimwear, here you don’t need the fabric to stretch. If you will simply use it as shorts, you can skip the integrated briefs and use fabrics such as cotton or a cotton blend.
This comfortable short is available in two lengths: 4″ (10 cm) and 6″ (15 cm) inseam. It has a wide elastic waistband and an adjustable drawstring for greater comfort. In addition, it includes optional underpants and has side and patch pockets. The pattern has two views:
- View A: Has a 4″ (10 cm) inseam and patch pocket with lid and Velcro, plus metal eyelets
- View B: Has a 6″ (15 cm) inseam and patch pocket with lid and Velcro, plus metal eyelets
The pattern includes all sizes from xtra-small (XS) to extra-extra large (XXL) and instructions with step-by-step illustrations in Spanish and English.
Get your pattern
Continue creating with me, I am here to support you and motivate you to accept new challenges.
XOXO, Tommie
Design Tip
You can make this pattern without the inner brief and wear it as a regular short!
Our membership’s tutorials are only in Spanish at the moment, we are working hard to add English Subtitles. If you would like to join our mailing list click here, we will let you know as soon as the English Subtitles are available.
If you can’t wait check out our patterns which are fully bilingual in Spanish and English!
Los miembros de Sirena Elite pueden disfrutar de un tutorial paso a paso para confeccionar esta pieza y así poder lograr resultados profesionales más rápido y fácil. ¡Es como tener la maestra al lado mientras coses!