Silk linen dupioni may just be taking a new place at the top of my ‘Favorite Fabrics’ list. It’s a breeze to work with; simple to cut, gorgeous to drape, and easier to sew than I would have expected. With a few silk pins and a microtex needle, I had no issues at all. Next up, I faced a dilemma though: What should I sew with this stunning textile? Let’s take a look at some wonderful free patterns that would look beyond chic in silk linen!
I chose the Mallow Dress for this pattern, with its wonderful drape and subtle gathers. While this fabric is lovely, it’s one downside is that there is zero stretch. Because of this, I widened the neckline slightly to allow for the wearer to get it over their head.
Silk linen dupioni has both a satin side and a matte side, both equally usable as the face. I played around with this a little bit, using the wrong side for the sleeve cuffs and neckline binding for just a bit of contrast.
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Let’s take a look at some more quick and easy downloadable free sewing patterns that are perfect for silk linen!
This fabric speaks for itself, so something as simple as our Vallea Tunic or Wilder Top would look just as wonderful as something with more body such as the Tecoma or Lyonia!
The Tecoma Blouse
The Tecoma Blouse
The Tecoma Blouse free sewing pattern drips with luxury and sophistication while remaining easy to wear, style, and lounge in. An off-the-shoulder wrap shirt, this blouse can be made from any one of Mood’s luxe linens, or even a silk crepe for a more refined look. Download it here!
The Lyonia Shirt
The Lyonia Shirt
This sexy Victorian-style blouse has features like long sleeves with a flounce overlay and delicate buttons lined all the way down the back! Download it here!
The Vallea Tunic
The Vallea Tunic
This simple longline tee has flattering side slits and an unexpected back detail allowing just the right amount of skin to peek through. Download it here!
The Wilder Top
The Wilder Top
We’ve created the Wilder Top, with a slightly batwing silhouette and no pesky closures. Simply tie this on over your favorite pair of jeans for an adorable look that can easily transition into this summer with lightweight fabrics like linen or voile. Download it here!
The Wandflower Blouse
The Wandflower Blouse
The Wandflower Blouse free sewing pattern features a simple, camisole-like silhouette with a gathered tie detail that’s flattering for all. Download it here!
The Onella Blouse
The Onella Blouse
I can already imagine it in a gorgeously draped crepe or georgette or even a cozy flannel, perfect for walking through the park as the leaves begin to change! Download it here!
For dresses, I’d recommend something with some gathering or flounces. While silk linen does press well and would work well with darts, it looks so much lovelier when it’s allowed to flow!
The Amaryllis Dress
The Amaryllis Dress
The Allium Dress
The Allium Dress
Drop waist silhouettes are making a comeback in a major way, and while they can be tricky to wear, they are a great option when you want to let your fabric take the spotlight. Our Allium Dress brings this silhouette into 2020 with statement sleeves and a cute shoulder detail. Download it here!
The Water Lily Dress
The Water Lily Dress
Our new Water Lily Dress free sewing pattern highlights this trend with delicately layered ruffles and a simple silhouette. Make yours light and breathable with a stunning voile print, or let it flow more fluidly in a crepe de chine of your choosing. Download it here!
The Heather Dress
The Heather Dress
With a cinched waist and a double layer of ruffles, this silhouette creates a bold shoulder and a plethora of fabric options! This dress is also easily altered; simply skip the bottom ruffle for an adorable day dress length that can transition through the seasons with ease! Download it here!
The Ginger Dress
The Ginger Dress
Our Ginger Dress free sewing pattern brings together details from several different eras to create a simply elegant silhouette. The sleek sheath dress paired with extra billowing bishop sleeves creates a look that’s both delicate and opulent. Download it here!
The Yarrow Dress
The Yarrow Dress
The Yarrow Dress features flounce sleeves, a high ruffled neckline, and a tiered ruffled skirt. This dress is the perfect choice for a wedding, a baptism, or just a gorgeous day out in the park! Download it here!
When it comes to jumpsuits and bodysuits, opt for something loose as well. The Fern Jumpsuit is super wide, sliding on with ease and tightening with a belt. Similarly, the upper portion of the Foxglove Bodysuit is best made with a gathered woven!
The Fern Jumpsuit
The Fern Jumpsuit
The Fern Jumpsuit is the perfect project to get you started on building your transitioning wardrobe! This jumpsuit is packed with style and sophistication while giving off very boho-chic vibes; belted for creating the perfect cinched waist, but loose and comfy with a stunning wide leg that gathers into an ankle cuff. Download it here!
The Foxglove Bodysuit
The Foxglove Bodysuit
With 3/4 sleeves and a plunging neckline, the Foxglove Bodysuit would be great with jeans or even a full skirt for a more formal look. Download it here!
7 comments
beautiful!
Could the wilder top be flipped around easily? Also, would it be good In silk crepe de chine?
Yes, I’ve seen other makers wear it backwards and it looks gorgeous! And yes, a crepe de chine would be lovely. 🙂
beautiful!
Thanks for the great ideas! I would like to make similar dress. I am wondering, how did you finish the edges of the skirt? Is that a rolled hem or bias binding? Thank you!
This was a rolled hem! 🙂
super geniales