If you’re dreaming of a bold, fashion-forward DIY outfit that blends softness with statement style, this duo is the perfect match! From SisterMAG Issue 31, the Short Floral Jumpsuit and Purple Faux Fur Jacket are two beautifully contrasting garments that can be worn together or styled separately. Best of all, both patterns are available to download for free!

Short Floral Jumpsuit

Size: EU 36/38
Skill Level: Intermediate

This playful romper combines floral charm with a tailored silhouette. Featuring pleated sleeves, a button-down front, and an elasticated waist, it’s perfect for warmer days or layered under a jacket. Ideal for garden parties, weekend outings, or just feeling extra pretty on a weekday!

🧵 Materials Needed:

  • 1.5 meters of floral cotton fabric

  • 6 buttons

  • 75 cm of 1.2 cm wide elastic

  • Rhinestones and sequins (optional)

✂️ Sewing Instructions (Translated from German):

  1. Sew shoulder seams, inner leg seams, and side seams.

  2. Insert a side seam pocket on the right side.

  3. Cut a strip (110 × 3.5 cm) and attach it to the waistline as marked.

  4. Construct the button placket.

  5. Sew the collar, turn, and attach it to the neckline.

  6. Finish armholes with bias tape.

  7. Sew sleeve seams.

  8. Create and attach sleeve cuffs, gathering sleeves into pleats.

  9. Insert sleeves into the armholes.

  10. Insert elastic into the waistband casing, try on for fit, and secure.

  11. Make buttonholes.

  12. Sew on buttons.

  13. Hem pant legs by hand.

👉 Download the pattern: Short Floral Jumpsuit – Free PDF

Purple Faux Fur Jacket

Size: EU 36/38
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Ready to make a statement? This cropped jacket in plush faux fur is the ultimate cozy-luxe layer. It’s soft, voluminous, and perfect for topping off any outfit. The brocade-lined collar adds a subtle touch of glam, making it just as suited to festive looks as it is to everyday chic.

🧵 Materials Needed:

  • 1 meter of faux fur

  • Scrap brocade fabric for collar lining

  • Bias tape (for hand-finishing inner seams)

✂️ Sewing Instructions (Translated from German):

  1. Sew side and shoulder seams.

  2. Insert a side seam pocket on the right.

  3. Sew the back collar seam and line the collar with brocade.

  4. Sew sleeve seams.

  5. Insert the sleeves.

  6. Attach the collar to the neckline (best done by hand).

  7. Fold raw edges inward and hand-stitch them.

  8. Hem sleeve edges by hand.

  9. Brush the seams with a soft brush to restore the fur’s texture.

  10. Tip: Trim fur from seam allowances before sewing to reduce bulk. Hand-sewing is recommended for finishing and control.

👉 Download the pattern: Purple Faux Fur Jacket – Free PDF

🧵 Style & Sew with Confidence

Together, these two pieces create a showstopping outfit: a feminine floral base with a bold, textural topper. Both patterns are sized for EU 36/38, and while they involve a bit of hand-finishing and careful attention to details like sleeve pleats and faux fur handling, they’re incredibly rewarding makes.

Whether worn together or separately, you’ll love the versatility, comfort, and unique flair of these handmade garments.