As the air turns a bit more crisp and days begin to shorten, it’s officially time to start thinking about your transitional wardrobe. With Mood’s infinitely growing library of free sewing patterns, it’s easy for your autumn threads to start falling into place.  From jacquard jackets to fluid velour dresses, your handmade fashions are about to be unbeleafable.

For this outfit above, we used one of Mood’s newest patterns – the Lyonia Shirt. Originally made in a gorgeous lace, we made a more casual option here with a dotted chambray and decided to nix the lower sleeves.

The overlaying trench vest is a hacked version of the Caladium Trench. Typically meant for a winter coat option, we chose to skip the sleeves on this one as well to transition it effortlessly into fall. Since the original is unlined and meant for a thicker fabric, I opted to self line this new version.

The skirt is an unaltered version of the Cassia Skirt. How adorable is it in an all-pastel version?

Purchase Caladium Trench Materials Used Below:

• 4 yards Italian Sand Lightweight Stretch Faux Suede
• MDF009 – The Caladium Trench Sewing Pattern (free download here!)

Purchase Lyonia Shirt Materials Used Below:

• 3 yards Denim Blue Polka-Dotted Stretch Cotton-Polyester Chambray
• 10 Italian White and Gold Plastic Shank-Back Buttons
• MDF162 – The Lyonia Shirt Sewing Pattern (free download here!)

Purchase Cassia Skirt Materials Used Below:

• 2 yards Lavender Featherwale Cotton Corduroy
• 5 Italian White and Gold Plastic Shank-Back Buttons
• MDF097 – The Cassia Skirt Sewing Pattern (free download here!)

Let’s take a look at some more sewing patterns that are sure to elevate your fall looks!

We’re seeing pleated pants more and more both on the runway and off. From classic suiting to unconventional faux leather, the Aster Pants would look stunning in all sorts of fall fabrics. Check out how we used Mood’s luscious new prints from their Exclusive Collections!

Paperbag waistlines are back in a major way and we’re loving this trend for fall. Stay traditional with a pair of our Primrose Pants in a soft and breathable linen, or transition into the cooler months with a supple crepe or lightweight twill.

Transition-friendly tops are wardrobe essentials during fall. Try the Alder Top in one of Mood’s new silk prints or the Azara in a luscious velour. The Felicia Sweater and Davallia Bodysuit would both look stunning in a simple, yet elegant rib knit!

Dresses and skirts are both great options for the transitional months. Try leaning towards heavier fabric options, such as a velour or suiting for the Xeranthemum or Nyssa Dress. Want something a little more lightweight? Opt for the Cypress or Shirley Dress in a twill or sateen for year-round versatility!

If skirts are more your vibe, try getting into the faux trend with a suede version of the Cassia or Cress Skirt!

Stay prepared for drastic weather changes in a chic blazer made from one of our luscious suitings or twills! Try the Zea Blazer for a wardrobe staple, or go with the bolder Gladiolus Blazer that lends itself well to trims and applique embellishments!

Find a silhouette that suits you with one of our suit or jumpsuit patterns! Show off your favorite cotton twill or linen print as the Poplar Overalls, or mix and match some separates with the Ercilla Suit. Stay comfy and chic with a bamboo jersey or stretch velour with our Bergenia or Darmera patterns!