On the other hand, well-used patterns can still be valuable and usable. If the design is fantastic, unusual or rare, condition may not be as important. However, poor condition and incompleteness do affect value, so pay accordingly. And for an ordinary design, it might be better to wait for a copy in better condition.
Selecting Fabric Easy-to-sew patterns will recommend easy-to-work with fabrics such as cotton, plain and knit fabrics that don't fray, aren't too slippery and where no pattern matching is required like prints, checks and stripes.
KWIK SEW patterns are known for their great styles and fit. ... These patterns are multisized with 4 or 5 sizes in each envelope. Kwik Sew patterns are designed for knits as well as wovens.
There's usually one brand or another available on the Joann ad, though it's irregular in what's on when. Seems like about a 6-8 week rotation to get through the major brands, though that's just a guesstimate.
The Sew-ology brand also includes their thread and buttons! Other weeks it's the cutting tools that are 1/2 off, and/or all the ribbons and trims. Hobby Lobby also has patterns and puts Simplicity or McCall's on sale for $1.99 every 6 weeks or so.
Sewing without a pattern doesn't mean sewing without any guides at all. One of the best places to start is with your own wardrobe. Take a close look at your favourite outfits to see how they're made. If you can, disassemble them to see exactly how they're put together, and use the pieces as guides for cutting your own.