Tilly & the Buttons: Mini Makes — Book + Printed Patterns (Ages 0–12)
- Includes: Book + 6 full-scale printed patterns (unisex, ages 0–12)
Projects: 24 variations across tops, leggings, sweatshirts, smocks, jackets & PJs
Skill level: Beginner to confident beginner (photo-led steps)
Formats: Printed pattern sheets + optional layered PDFs (A4/A0)
Perfect for: Everyday kids’ clothes that pass the playground test
Sewing for little ones is the best kind of joy. Tilly & the Buttons: Mini Makes is your go-to guide for sewing comfortable, playground-proof clothes for babies and children aged 0–12 years. Written by sewing trailblazer (and mum of two) Tilly Walnes, it’s full of clear, photo-led steps, clever tips for childrenswear, and projects kids actually want to wear.
The book includes six full-scale printed, unisex sewing patterns with multiple variations—24 projects in total—so you can mix, match and re-make as they grow.
Why you’ll love it
Six printed patterns (unisex, ages 0–12) with 24 total variations
Beginner-friendly instructions in Tilly’s signature, step-by-step style
Designs that are cute, comfy, practical—and playground tested
Packed with advice on fabric choice, embellishment ideas, and getting kids involved
Patterns included
Mini Ridley leggings
Mini Tabitha T-shirt
Mini Indigo smock
Mini Billie sweatshirt
Mini Sonny jacket
Mini Juno pyjamas
What’s inside
Full-scale pattern sheets on double-sided paper (ready to trace)
Layered PDFs available to download/print (A4/Letter or A0)
Fabric guides, fit notes, and creativity prompts for little makers
Fabric ideas from my shop (link your products)
Cotton jersey / 240gsm jersey for Tabitha tees, Billie sweatshirts & Ridley leggings
French terry / sweatshirting for cosy Billies & Sonny linings
Cotton poplin & lawn for Indigo smocks and Juno PJ sets
Ribbing/cuffing for neat neckbands and cuffs
Ultimate Toolkit
- Press cloth (essential for clean fusing)
- Tailor’s ham & seam roll (shape collars/shoulders)
- Measuring tape & seam gauge (accurate facings/turns)
- Heat-erasable pen or tailor’s chalk (mark placements)
- Glass Head Sewing Pins
- Needles + quality thread
- Thread Snips / Seam Ripper / Embroidery Snips
- Sharp scissors /rotary cutter & pattern trace paper
- Clapper (crisp edges after pressing)
- Clear elastic
Returns Policy
As fabrics, elastics, interfacing and continuous zips are cut to order we are unable to offer a refund unless the item is faulty.
If you are not happy with your other unopened purchases you are entitled to a full refund within 30days of purchase, please contact via email to arrange refund. Customer is responsible for your own postage for this.
Please Remember
Every care has been taken to ensure all pictures are true to original colours but due to screen differences in brightness/resolution/balance exact match cannot be guaranteed.
Fabrics are sold by half metre and cut in one continuous length of fabric
Additional Information
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Author: Tilly Walnes (Tilly & the Buttons)
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Format: Softcover book with full-scale pattern sheets (trace off)
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Sizing: 0–12 years (unisex)
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Use: Home sewing; patterns intended for personal use
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