Everybody know how hard it is to find nice clothes for boys. Now you think that you can always make them yourself, but where’s the sewing patterns?! It seems that nice sewing pattern for boys are even harder to find.
So I was very excited when I heard about Sewing for Boys by Shelly Figueroa and Karen LePage from Patterns by Figgy’s. This book features 24 projects to make a handmade wardrobe for boys. All sewing level is welcomed here, from beginner to advanced. It’s about time we have books like this!
I have finished one project from this book, the Henry shirt pattern, and really love the result! It is tagged as an advanced project, but there are lots of other projects in the book in beginner and intermediate sewing level.
I think all the projects in this book really consider the fact that boys are meant to run around and carry lots of stuff in their pockets. The clothes are designed to be comfortable for daily wear and easy to put on. The simple lines of the design are versatile, different kind of fabric and patterns can be used to achieve different looks, from formal to casual.
Next on my list is this Luka hoodie! In addition to the big front pocket, the hoodie also has a secret pocket under that flap. Yay for more pockets! The days are getting cooler now so a hoodie is good addition to Sidra’s wardrobe.
You can buy Sewing for Boys from Pattern by Figgy’s website, etsy, or Amazon. Or you can win one here! Wiley Publishing will send one book to the winner of this giveaway.
- To enter the giveaway, just leave a comment in this post. One entry per person.
- Please make sure that you fill the email column correctly so I can contact you (the email won’t be published).
- The giveaway is open to everyone, anywhere in the world.
- One winner will be chosen random.
- I will announce the winner on Friday, September 16, 2011.
Good luck! Don’t forget to check out Wiley Craft blog to read about their upcoming publications and author Q&As, as well as free patterns and tutorials!
Follow the Sewing for Boys blog tour!
- September 5 Made by Rae
- September 6 Sew, Mama, Sew
- September 7 The Southern Institute & Film in the Fridge
- September 8 Elsie Marley
- September 9 Noodlehead & Oh, Fransson!
- September 10 I Heart Linen
- September 11 Anna Maria Horner
- September 12 Craft Buds, Pink Chalk Fabric, Prudent Baby, Sew Much Ado
- September 13 Very Purple Person, Quilt Story & Sew Sara
- September 14 The Long Thread
- September 15 Susan Beal
- September 16 True Up
- September 17 All Buttoned Up & Bolt Fabric Boutique
- September 18 MADE & Wiley Craft
175 Comments
Oh wow, I’ve been waiting for this book to come out for months! I’d love to win it.
Fantastic book!
I hope i win it!
The book looks great!
I would love to win a copy of this book! I have two boys that I love to sew for, but good patterns for boys are hard to find. I was very excited to see a book dedicated to sewing for boys!
I love the hoodie but perhaps it is a little beyond my skill set at the momment I think I would have to start with something a little easier.
LOVE LOVE LOVE
I have 2 little guys, who need some new styles!
Yay! Yay! I want I want!!!!!
I just got my sewing machine!! Hope to win this so I can sew for my boy! Pick me! Pick Me! 🙂
I am always on the search for cute, yet hip clothes for my 4 year old. I am always amazed at the lack of patterns and options available. My little guy loves “soft” pants with elastic waist. I never want to but just jogging pants. I am so excited about this book and all the options that await!
Thanks for this offer. I am always inspired by your creations.
I want to try my luck!!! Looks like a book full of inspiration!!!
Maren
I have two boys myself and would like to make nice things for them too
I am in!!!
Regards and thanks
Maren
Wat a great book!
I am so excited about this book! We are expecting our first child in October, A BOY!, and I have plans to try to make his wardrobe through the years. After years of not sewing, it is all I can think about now!
I so want this book. I really hope I win and so do my two boys!
Oh, I just ran across this book the other day and thought it would be a great book to own! I don’t often feel that way, but sewing patterns for boys are so very hard to find.
ooooooh! especially love the last pants in contrast colors! too cool!
YAY~sewing for “boys!” ~my almost 8yo can use some new clothes!! : ))
Thank you Novita~great giveaway!! I can’t wait to see what you make from the book!!!
Fianlly a book for boys. yah! Count me in.
Finally, something for the boys! What a fabulous book & great giveaway.
I am so excited that this book exists! It would be lovely to win one!
I would LOVE to win this book. My son needs a new fall/winter closet and this would help out greatly!!
Oh, what a perfect looking book – have been trying to find good patterns for my nephew.
OOoooH! Sewing for Boys!!! I have a two year old who could benefit from some new duds. . . Great giveaway!
Yay! Thank you for the giveaway