With the exception of the free multi-size sewing patters that come with the catalogue, all Marfy single-size paper patterns are cut by hand, piece by piece. Our skilled artisans ensure absolute precision to guarantee that your pattern will be ready to pin to your fabric of choice, leaving you free to concentrate on the pleasure of sewing and saving you considerable time that would otherwise be spent tracing and cutting out your pattern.
Every Marfy clothing pattern is designed to fit perfectly – all you have to do is choose your size from our comprehensive selection. In order for you to immediately visualise the finished garment, as well as its precise measurements, each clothing pattern is made without leaving extra space for seam and hem allowances. Any modifications you wish to make to personalize your project, such as shortening, lengthening and taking in or letting out, can be easily done prior to cutting.
When placing your pattern on the material, don’t forget to allow that extra space! We recommend 1–2 centimetres for seams, and 4 centimetres for hems. Because our patterns are made of tissue paper they are semi-transparent so it’s a simple task to position them onto your fabric and see clearly what you are doing before you cut. This also allows you to line up any stripes, checks or other fabric designs accurately.
Marfy sewing patterns are stamped and marked with all the directions you need. Instructions are given in four languages: Italian, English, French and Spanish, and you can even leave our patterns on while you sew!
These markings include notches, not only for gathering and loosening the fabric, but also at the bust, waist and hip points. We show you how to position the fabric grain and where to put the darts and pleats, along with each piece of the pattern from the front and back pieces to the tiny accessory straps and other details. Everything is numbered so you can see which piece goes where – all you have to do is sew side A on one piece to side A on the adjoining piece, then join B to B and so on.