York Pinafore

Helen's Closet Top 5 Sewing Patterns for Beginners

HelenApril 7, 2021Ashton Top, Donovan Skirt, Indie Pattern Roundups, Jackson Tee and Pullover, Love to Sew Podcast, Pona Jacket, York PinaforeLeave a Comment

Best Sewing Patterns for Beginners

One question we get asked all the time is, “which pattern should I sew if I’m a beginner?” Whether you are just learning to sew, or you have loved ones interested … Read More

York Pinafore by Helen's Closet Patterns

HelenNovember 16, 2020Helen's Makes, York Pinafore4 Comments

Colourful York Pinafore

I’ve said it before and I stand by it – the York Pinafore pattern is perfect for a bold print! I have seen so many fun versions over the years and … Read More

HelenApril 29, 2020Ashton Top, Avery Leggings, Blackwood Cardigan, Indie Pattern Roundups, Winslow Culottes, Yanta Overalls, York Pinafore3 Comments

Our Top Patterns for Me Made May 2020

It’s that time of year again! Although this year is undeniably different due to COVID-19, many sewists are still planning to participate in Me Made May and embrace this gentle challenge … Read More

Nautical York Pinafore Hack in Denim by Saki Jane

Saki JaneApril 13, 2020Guest Bloggers, York Hacks, York Pinafore8 Comments

Hey all! As you may already have noticed, we have been working with Saki from @sakijane and sakijane.com on some really cool scrap-busting projects for the blog. Saki is such an amazing maker and … Read More

HelenOctober 1, 2019Helen's Makes, York Hacks, York Pinafore12 Comments

Refashioned York Pinafore

Happy October! I’m back with another fun York Pinafore project to share with you all! This pattern is the gift that keeps on giving, and I am so glad that many … Read More

HelenApril 16, 2019Helen's Makes, Sewing Tutorials, York Hacks, York Pinafore10 Comments

York Pinafore Hack: Snap Front

I can’t get enough of hacking the York Pinafore! This pattern is just so much fun to play around with and I still have loads of ideas for hacks. Today I … Read More

HelenMarch 25, 2019Helen's Makes, Love to Sew Podcast, York Pinafore9 Comments

Custom Fabric York Pinafore

If you listen to the Love to Sew Podcast, you may already know that Spoonflower has been a huge supporter of our show and we have made a really wonderful connection … Read More

ChloeMarch 22, 2019Sewing Inspiration, York Hacks, York Pinafore2 Comments

Hack Your York Pinafore

Now that the new York Pinafore is out in the more inclusive size range (0-30), we wanted to round up some of our favourite ways to hack it! In addition to … Read More

ChloeMarch 19, 2019York Pinafore2 Comments

York Pinafore Tester Roundup 2

Thanks so much to everyone who has supported the new size range for the York Pinafore! It is so exciting and special that we are able to keep updating our patterns … Read More

ChloeMarch 19, 2019Pattern News, York PinaforeLeave a Comment

Introducing a NEW Size Range for the York Pinafore

The new York has arrived! We’re so excited that the York Pinafore is the second pattern to be updated with the new size range, and it feels wonderful to be able … Read More

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