Cozy Pyjamas with Northern Lights Flannel

Hello makers, it’s Sara from Rose Hill Quilts bringing you super easy cozy flannel pyjamas! The new flannel collection by Natalia Juan Abello is a perfect opportunity to give garment sewing a go. Read on for some top tips to make a nice pair of pyjamas for the winter months.

Read on for some top tips to make your own pair, or pyjamas for the whole family!

Pick an easy pattern

When I teach introduction to dressmaking courses, we always start with pyjamas because they are a fast garment to make, and the fit is relatively forgiving. There are three options when it comes to choosing a pattern that works for you:

1. You can self draft from a pair that you own
2. You can buy a pattern
3. You can find a free pattern online

I have self-drafted pyjamas before, which I’d recommend if you don’t have easy access to a printer. However, I used the free Trevor Pyjama Pants by Pivot Point Patterns for this project, which can be downloaded from their website and has a really handy video tutorial available.

Make it easier with helpful tools

In order to get started with garment making, you just need a sewing machine that can do straight stitch and preferably zigzag stitch too. There are a couple of other tools that I find particularly handy: a hot hemmer can help you iron your hems and get super straight edges, and your everyday pins are essential to sew accurately.

Pick a fun fabric

Pyjamas are a great opportunity to choose a fun fabric print. These winter scenes from the Northern Lights collection are perfect for the colder season, without being just for Christmas. The Riley Blake flannel is super soft too, which makes it a great choice for any comfy loungewear.

I’d love to see what you make with this collection, pyjamas or otherwise! You can tag me in your makes on Instagram @rosehillquilts