Victoria Jones Collection patterns are professionally drafted by hand, using classical techniques. The garments are then sewn and wear-tested several times. We check them for comfort and ease of movement; they must also be attractive on the wearer while in motion! Once we are satisfied, the patterns are graded and finished using a professional computer program.
The instructions are written to be as clear as possible. With a basic sewing knowledge of how to run a sewing machine, anyone should be able to sew these patterns. I am also available, through the contact form, to answer any problems that may arise. The patterns and instructions are classically printed just like the large pattern companies. The patterns themselves are printed on tissue paper, with all sizes included in each envelope. Read more about sizes in Pattern Help.
I group my patterns loosely into the following mini-collections:
100 series: Muumuus
200 series: Classic Hawaiian
300 series: Resort Wear with the beach in mind
400 series: Crafts
This is a new series. Start here if you are new to sewing. The little book will
introduce you to installing zippers and buttons, with no pressure!
500 series: Children
This also is a new series, coming soon.
600 series: A surprise! This is something I have wanted to do for a long time!
All groups contain customer requests. I value all your requests and want to produce the patterns which you enjoy wearing. Many of the designs are long- time favorites of the locals. They are classic styles which can look completely different when made in various fabrics. I have seen #101 look so soft and feminine, made up in a white eyelet. The same dress, made up in red and yellow Hawaiian print, with two color ruffles at the hem, looked positively fiery!
Some of my patterns can be shortened to knee length, or to tunic length over some cute capris. #105 and #309 would work especially well for this. I have seen the #200 style on a Paris runway for Fall 2009, in both knee length and ankle length dresses. Both dresses were silky, worn off- the- shoulder, and with a self belt. The lightest fabric is best for this style.
When I began my company in 1990, color printing was very expensive. Therefore, my patterns had envelope covers in black and white. In recent years, technology and color process have changed. I am now able to reproduce the original color artwork on my pattern envelopes, when the patterns are reprinted. Most of my patterns now have color envelopes.
Please review the measurement charts on each pattern before you cut out your fabric. Home sewing sizes are different than Ready-to-Wear sizes, which you find in stores. Some muumuus are slightly shorter than others, so check the length too.