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Dark denim and burgundy wool coats with button closures, ideal for sewing apparel projects using quality fabrics.

Curves Coat — Butterick 6919

This is my happy coat. Every time I put it on I smile. My version that I took to Paris is made from Cast Iron Charcoal Stretch Rainwear. Too bad it only rained one day! The luck of good weather. I love the way it goes over everything and dresses up even the most casual pair of jeans.

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Three stylish hooded jackets in olive, blue abstract print, and black with white stitching, displayed on mannequins for sewing inspiration.

The Moto Jacket — Vogue 1925

The studio working name for Vogue 1925 is the Moto Jacket, a lightly fitted jacket with optional hood or collar, flattering princess seams in two lengths (24 ¾” and 27 ¾”), separating zipper and easy to sew inseam faux welt pockets. This flattering jacket skims the figure yet has enough ease to slide over a top, t-shirt or shirt.

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Three mannequins displaying plaid and patterned button-up tops in teal, gray, and black for sewing projects

Tips for Matching Plaids and Checks

Plaids take a bit more time in the cutting, and more care in the stitching, but the final result is well worth it.

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Blue patchwork jacket with corduroy, knit, and animal print panels for sewing projects

Indigo Jean Jacket — Butterick 6719

Blue is a classic color for a jean jacket and at MarcyTilton.com we have a stunning new collection in harmonious shades of indigo blue in luscious hand-dyed and hand-woven fabrics from India from a mill that produces fabrics for Donna Karan and Eileen Fisher. Takes at least 6 months from the time we place the order to receive the fabric. The jacket has a soft, supple, pliable feel, almost like a sweater thanks to these delicious fabrics!

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Two patterned button-up shirts on mannequins: one floral, one vintage map print — ideal for creative sewing projects.

The Frenchy Shirt - Vogue 1899

We fondly refer to this shirt as The Frenchy Shirt because it evokes men’s shirts seen in Paris that combine different prints while having the dressmaker details seen in women’s blouses from the ’30’s and ‘40s which I saw in Parisian vintage shops.

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Woman showcasing patterned fabric garments and textile designs for sewing and apparel creation

A New Season of Tana Lawn Cottons from Liberty of London

Marcy Tilton introduces her curated collection for the latest prints from the fabled Liberty of London on their trademarked Italian-milled Tana Lawn cotton plus a version of her popular designer from V1899 from Vogue Patterns made by mixing Liberty prints.

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Black geometric lace kimono jacket, front and back view on mannequin, ideal for sewing projects

Mesh Cardi — Vogue 8975

One garment I collect and know I will wear again and again is a summer shrug or cardigan to wear over sleeveless tops, tunics and dresses on hot days. I cannot pinpoint the exact moment in my life when I realized that my days of wearing sleeveless clothes was over, but that is when I started to seek alternatives to sleeveless garments. A sheer shrug or cardigan is a perfect solution. V8975 has simple flattering lines, is fluid and drapey, can be worn open or tied closed, and both the style and the fabric allow the air to move.

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Colorful cross-stitch patterned fabric by the yard, ideal for apparel and quilting projects

Hand Embroidered Special Cut Indian Cottons

Hand sewn by artisans in India (necessarily in small pieces) where textile traditions continue, you can feel the craft in every stitch.

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Woman with fabric bolts and floral print draped on mannequin, showcasing designer textiles for sewing

New Nani Iro Cottons & Linens

If you love wabi sabi style, then our curated collection of Japanese cotton, linen and lyocell featuring designs by celebrated textile artist Naomi Ito for Nani Iro are pure fabric heaven.

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