Mönsterfabriken
Mönsterfabrikens vision
After several years of pattern making for Swedish fashion- and sport brands we decided to make our experience available for home sewists.
Since we essentially are pattern makers, our main focus is the fit and we want to make patterns that are easy to follow and alter.
We have decided to make two size ranges , fitted on two different bodies. The reason for this is that we believe that the body does not change linear as the body grows larger and that the grading and base patterns needs to be adapted to this. The larger size range is therefore adapted to a curvier body.
We believe that making your own clothes is a step towards a better environment. That making something from scratch makes you appreciate the work behind it. We are making garments that are up to date but also have a fit that will last. They are plain but detailed so that you can easily adjust them after your body and your liking.
We also believe that sewing is some kind of therapy, that making something for yourself does not only create a value as a garment, but the creative process itself, makes you happier and more satisfied.
Size Guide
Mönsterfabriken is not using any traditional sizing system.
The reason for that is that body measurements can vary a lot between different brands. In order to help you find the right size and the fit we designed, we are using primary body measurements.
The size is named after the primary body measurement measured in centimeters. The chest width is used for tops and seat width is used for bottoms. In rare cases the waist width is used. The size you shall use is simply the primary body measurement closest to yours.
The other body measurements are secondary and will give you a hint of how the garment will fit you and if you need to make any changes.
In order to choose the right size please take your body measurements and compare it with the size tables below.
Size range 1 and 2 represents two different body types where
range 1 is customized for the smaller bodies and range 2 for larger and also curvier bodies. When the body gets larger the proportions are changing. Therefore have we decided to make two separate size ranges with different base sizes and grading in order to get the best fit for as many as possible. For size range 1 and 2 we have a fixed body length of 168 cm and you will have to adjust the length of your garment in order to fit your length.
Please see the detailed sewing instructions for the correct way to lengthen and shorten your garment.
