This tester call is now closed.
We are thrilled to announce that we have three marvellous patterns that are now ready for their final testing phase! These fabulous designs are available in our brand-new size range, catering to UK sizes 18-32, with a D cup. The French Dart, The Rochester Dress & Top, and The Somerset T-shirt – we cannot wait for you to try them out!
These patterns are practically finalised because I’ve already done thorough in-house testing on all of the patterns. This way, I can ensure that your time and fabric won’t go to waste!
- Testing will run from 4th August – 20th August which includes 3 weekends.
- If you would like to be considered, please complete the application.
- This testing call closes 31st July, 2023.
What’s involved in a pattern test?
- Join the Facebook group
- Print the pattern using Adobe Reader
- Complete the pattern within the requested time frame
- Provide clear, constructive feedback.
- Take photos of a wearable toile, to show fit
- Share a picture on social media of your final garment. This would be lovely but it is not a requirement of testing!
- Please do share this post to anyone who you think would be interested!
- We will compensate testers with a final copy of the tested PDF pattern and a £20 voucher for mavenpatterns.co.uk so you’ll be able to treat yourself to one of the other patterns or maybe some lovely haberdashery!
The French Dart Pattern – our hero pattern!
- VERSION A / short sleeve
- VERSION B / cap sleeve
- VERSION C / long sleeve
- French darts
- Roll collar
- In-seam side pockets
- NO ZIP!
- Designed for woven fabrics
The Rochester Dress & Top sewing pattern
VERSION A / The Rochester Top is mid-hip length and great to wear with jeans.
VERSION B / The Rochester Dress is knee length with a self-tie belt and in-seam pockets
- Elasticated and gathered front neckline
- Elbow length sleeves
- Curved hem and side split with feature topstitching
- Centre back pleat
- NO ZIP!
The Somerset T-Shirt Pattern
This slim-fitting t-shirt, with its flattering bateau neckline, will soon become a wardrobe staple. It is effortlessly stylish and a useful foundation piece for any capsule wardrobe.
- VERSION A / 3/4 sleeve
- VERSION B / long sleeve
- VERSION C / Bishop sleeve – 3/4 length with short cuff
- VERSION D / Bishop sleeve – full length with deep cuff
- Designed for knit fabrics with 40% stretch (approx 5% elastane)
The Tester Application is closed now for this pattern.