Sewing patterns for Boys

Here is part 2 of my roundup of sewing patterns you might consider for the Back-to-School sew along. Part 1 listed sewing patterns for girls. Part 3 will be about accessories and school supplies. And Part 4 will offer fabric suggestions.

Before I dive into the sewing patterns for boys, I wanted to point out a tip from Cynthia in the last post's comment section. Dear My Kids, one of the pattern makers I linked to, is hosting a contest this month. Make a garment from one of her patterns, submit photos and you could win 15 (yes, 15) of her patterns. Details here. (Thanks, Cynthia!)

Alrighty. Time for the boys. Can we please have a moment of silence for the sewing-enthusiast parents of boys? Talk about market opportunity, to all you pattern makers (or budding pattern makers) out there. Gee whiz. Unless you want your little guy wearing this ...

... you really have to search for some good options.

And search I did. Take a look at the cuteness here and then please leave a comment with more suggested boy patterns if you have any. I had an especially hard time finding patterns for boys older than six or so.

FYI: There will be some overlap here since the girls' post included some unisex designs.

Small Fry Neckties from Little Lizard King:

Sketchbook Shirt from Oliver + S:

 

Little Military Shirt from Heidi & Finn:

Urban Hoodie from Heidi & Finn:

 

Little Man Suspenders by Dainty Couture:

 
  
  

Everyday Coat from Heidi & Finn:

 

Tee for Two from Figgy's Patterns:

 

Playtime Popover from Red Thread Patterns:

 

Reversible Pants from Dear My Kids:

 

Dapper Dillingers from Figgy Patterns:

 

  
And just for shits and giggles, I couldn't resist throwing this one in:

McCalls WTF-5711

Don't forget to look back at my original post about the sew along and at good clothing catalogs for inspiration. Sometimes just doing a freezer paper stencil or an applique on a store-bought T-shirt or adding ears to a hoodie are all you need to make your little guy feel good. 

Coming next ... handmade accessories and school supplies.

Comments

[Carolyn L.]

Don't know which is funnier, Megan, that McCall's snuggie pattern or the fact that its number begins with WTF ...

[Megan]

I confess to adding the WTF to the pattern number, Carolyn. Couldn't resist. Will you be sewing one of those in Oregon green and gold this fall?

[Carolyn L.]

Aah, no. My love of the Oregon Ducks is strong, but not that strong.

[Annmarie]

I am just getting back into sewing on a regular basis for my boys and yeah... it is dismal. I hadn't seen a lot of these patterns so I am excited my search brought up your blog! I just downloaded the Eric hoodie by Emilie Rebekah, looks like a fun top for boys. Simplicity 2318 has an interesting boys and men's raglan and, surprise surprise, pajama pants...oh and a dog shirt randomly thrown in. Ottobre designs always has good stuff and goes up to older boys sizes.

[Cara Brooke]

Thank you for this post, I'm trying to find things to sew for my first little boy (after three girls!) and am coming up so empty-handed! Argh! Your suggestions are much appreciated. :)

[Shannon]

Wow! Thanks for this! You ain't kidding about the
Search for cute patterns for boys! I have 2 boys
And want to make their coordinating Easter outfits this
Year!! I was starting to stress and then I found your blog!
Thanks again!!

Shannon