The Pattern Pro edition of this pattern would be best suited for you! This will help you save time and frustration on things like pattern printing, and give you the extra interactive support of the video tutorial. Instead of sewing with expensive linen, I recommend that you use something inexpensive on your first try-- perhaps an old bedsheet! I also recommend that newbies check out my tutorials on YouTube for additional support!

Charlie Darwin Textiles is based in Nashua, NH, USA. I ship Internationally. HOWEVER... be aware that international orders sometimes incur Customs/Duty fees for the buyer, which are the responsibility of the buyer to pay at the time of receipt. I don't keep track of which countries have these fees, so please google it before making your purchase! Pattern Pro shipping is FREE to the U.S. and varies internationally. Sewing Kit shipping is based on package weight and your location (both domestically and internationally). Shipping prices are calculated at checkout. INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS who want a print + tutorial: I recommend you purchase the Pattern Essentials (pdf) + and the tutorial video add-on. You will receive the A0 print file for the pattern, which you can get printed at a local print shop for a fraction of the price it would cost for me to ship it to you from the US.

Paper patterns will be shipped within 2 -5 business days after you place your order. Sewing kits will be shipped within 7-10 days after you place your order. NOTE: Paper patterns are occasionally shipped straight from a printing business (located in Texas) and will arrive separately from the sewing kit supplies. Pre-Order on Sewing Kits: when a fabric color goes out of stock, it moves to pre-order only, in which case it will be shipped out in 6-8 weeks.

All of the plant-dyed fabrics have been pre-washed/dried/shrunk and are ready to cut and sew! The bright white, natural off-white, and black have not. I will send a little extra of these yardages to ensure that you still have enough after washing/drying them yourself.

Yes! There are several variations you can choose from. For example, depending on the pattern, it might have options for short sleeves vs long sleeves; hip length vs above-the-knee length vs midi length skirt; traditional vs band collar; hem style; etc). AND you can easily customize your pattern by height! I show you exactly how much to adjust it with my special height adjustment calculator.

I recommend using linen, cotton, or other woven non-stretch fabrics for the perfect boho look and feel. But experimenting with other fabrics is encouraged!

The Pattern Pro and Ultimate Sewing Kit tiers come with interactive video tutorials that walk you through each step. If you still feel stuck, shoot me an email!

The range of sizes varies from pattern to pattern. Check out the body size chart and finished garment chart (under the "Pattern Details" section on this page) for detailed measurements.

The sewing pattern is printed on a large sheet of 20lb white paper. No taping required! The lines for each size are printed in different colors and have different dash styles. The pattern will be folded in a 9x12" envelope. Before sewing, I recommend you iron out the creases in the paper with a warm iron. A printed instruction booklet will be included with the pattern.

Each kit includes 2 spools (220m total) of regular sewing machine thread in 100% cotton, but does not include serger/overlocker thread.

Yes! This is some of the most skin-safe fabric available on the market. The fabric is OEKO-TEX certified to be free from harmful toxins and chemicals. There are two undyed options (bright white and off-white) which are likely the most hypo-allergenic. All of the colored fabrics have been hand-dyed with pigments from plants. No detergents or chemical softeners have been used on these fabrics. Note: True black has been commercially dyed with eco-friendly dyes and are still AZO-free. Learn more about my fabrics here, and more about my dyes here.

Yes! While this pattern is designed for DIYers, you can also order a finished version of the garment from my shop! Shop Clothing >

For Pattern Essentials and Pattern Pro: due to the nature of digital downloads, we don’t offer returns, but if you run into any issues, I'm happy to help! Sewing kits can be returned if a request to return is filed within 30 days of receipt, with the fabric and thread unused and unaltered. The customer will be refunded for the cost of their order, minus the current cost of Pattern Pro (since that asset cannot be returned) and shipping. Email me at Leah@CharlieDarwinTextiles.com to set up a return.