Comfortable, easy-fit clothing for Lycra blend fabrics with instructions for professional results.

New Pattern! The Pleat Front Dress #630

This is a fabulous dress. It accentuates the positive and minimizes the negative. Shapely and flattering to all figure types, this dress is partially self-lined, has a V-neck, bodice tucks and center front soft pleats. It is very comfortable to wear and is the perfect all-occasion dress.

It is graded in ten sizes 4-22 to achieve your exact fit and the instructions/illustrations are excellent. Many of the new In Studio print and solid fabrics will be excellent fabric choices. Look for the Pleat Front Dress made up in some of the new print fabrics on the Gallery Pages very soon.

We are taking pre-orders now and expect to ship them out before the end of August!

Christine's Annual Open House

Our annual Open House is scheduled for Thursday, September 25th (10am - 7pm) and Friday, September 26th (10am - 4pm). As always, available will be our remnant table fabrics, special pricing on our In Studio fabrics and Pattern Collection. In addition, we have sewn up lots of new garment samples to try on.  Christine will be giving “mini” demonstrations throughout both days focusing on sewing with knits and pant fitting. Be sure to stop by even if just to say hi and enjoy the refreshments.

Christine’s Remnant Table

Check out our first ever remnant sale table! We measured, folded, priced and packed yards and yards of great bolt ends from our fabulous fabric collections over the years. You may find a piece of fabric that you wish you had bought last year, and have the opportunity to purchase it now at a great sale price. Our remnant table will be a permanent addition to www.cjpatterns.com that we will add to as fabrics become available.

I am happy to be able to offer these savings to my customers around the world! Up until now only our local customers who visited the Studio have had the chance to buy these fabrics. Some of the larger bolts of fabric are being offered at a special “bolt price” as well as by the yard.
Contact us with any questions, we are happy to help!
 
Have fun shopping and Happy Sewing!

Now Available: Pattern 107 Tie Back Top

Christine Jonson's newest pattern #107 Tie Back Top is now available for shipment. Be among the first to have this stylish top in your closet. Order today!

Jacket on cover of Sewing Savvy

Christine's jacket makes the cover of Sewing Savvy (July 2008).

Christine's article in Threads

Check out Christine's article "The Serger Sews" in the current issue (#137) of Threads Magazine, July 2008.

Christine Jonson Photo Gallery

Check out the Photo Gallery.  There are many new photos of garments made using Christine's patterns.

In Studio Fabrics are here!

Look for the new In Studio Fabrics ... coming soon. The cost is $3.50, and the collection includes many designer fabrics.

Spring Prints Prints Prints

When our new print fabrics came my way I could hardly believe my eyes! Not only are they exceptional quality fabrics, the prints are to die for. Each one is the best it can be. The colors and designs are modern, bold and chic.

Also in this fabric collection you will find solid black and white stretch crepe knit that is amazing. Really amazing! Excellent hand, drape, and opacity. It does not wrinkle or cling, perfect for a travel wardrobe.

476 Cocktail Umbrella.
Pattern in Development.

482 Serenity.
Pattern in Development.

The drape of the fabric is unbelievable. Check out the bolts of fabric on our mannequin, Isabelle; she is draped in yardage of the entire print design.

Some of these prints have a silky feel and some have a crepe texture. Refer to the specific, printable information about each fabric: In-Studio-Fabrics-1to4.pdf [80Kb]

These 58"–60" wide fabrics will be perfect for this season’s tops, skirts and dresses. View sample garments in our photo gallery at www.cjpatterns.com. Find these fabrics posted with the In Studio Fabrics Pack Four.

Order the In Studio Fabric Swatches online. As always, order soon, as quantities are limited.

Happy Spring Sewing!

Seasonless Swatches: Defy the seasons with this out-of-the-ordinary fabric collection for your garment sewing.  Favorite garments should always be in your closet no matter the weather.  By lining, layering and choosing fabric by weight and color you will see your yearlong wardrobe grow.  We have collected these very special fabrics with this intent.

Learn more about the fabrics.

See the fabrics in use in our Photo Gallery.

Order swatches.

Life in the Little Black Dress now in stock

Life in the Little Black Dress, Christine's latest book, is in stock—order your copy today! All book pre-orders will be mailed out this week.

Life in the Little Black Dress + other assorted stories

A Collection from CLOTHESLINE Past Issues

What would life be like without a little black dress? This full size book is filled with stories and collections of helpful sewing tips shared by Christine and other sewers that help make it all a bit easier.

If you didn’t subscribe to CLOTHESLINE, (or even if you did) this is the definitive book.

Here's what Sandra Betzina thinks:

"Christine Jonson has successfully taken the fear out of working with knits. Not only that, this book tells you everything you need to know to make your knit garments look totally professional."

Sandra Betzina, author of More Fabric Savvy, Fast Fit and Power Sewing Step-By-Step

See the cover and table of contents [Little-Black-Dress.pdf, PDF, 148k]

Order Now $24.95 (s/h extra)

Now you can knit and take a walk at the same time!
The hand-forged steel KnittyWalker™ attaches to your belt, belt loop or waistline and will hold your ball of yarn so it feeds perfectly up to your knitting needles.

Available for purchase through www.cjpatterns.com or, call 248-547-1080

Two versions are available: Belt Loop KnittyWalker™ or the Waist Band KnittyWalker™

$20.00 plus shipping & handling

CJ Patterns Notebook

INSPIRATION PAGES and The Perfect Sizing Worksheet

Print and start your CJ Patterns Notebook. CutTwo fabrics are chosen with particular Christine Jonson patterns in mind. Each collection will illustrate combinations of patterns and fabrics to make fabulous outfits. Inspiration for the collection can be viewed and printed online. You will find photographs of our suggested finished garments along with helpful sewing information.

Sign up for regular e-mail notifications of seasonal fabric collections, sales, and other great stuff! When I come across notions, trims, buttons, or special fabrics during the year, I'll offer them to you. Seasonal swatches available for purchase online.

Christine Jonson Photo Gallery

• Get some ideas from the Photo Gallery.
• Be sure check out the Cut Two photo Gallery to see some of the Cut Two fabrics in action, along with tips and variations.
• Check out the Photo Album for fabric combinations and sample garments!