WORKWEAR is a book of sewing patterns by Merchant & Mills that illustrates the eternal relevance and versatility of traditional workwear shapes and detailing. These simple everyday garments are clothes not fashion, living outside the fast and careless, trend-led landscape.

This book explores the concept and designs through conversations with makers of varying disciplines, from weaving to wood turning. These makers model the patterns and tell us a little of their story and their craft.

WORKWEAR presents five new complete patterns in genderless sizing from XS-XXXL, printed full size:

• A chore jacket (choose to make with a zip or button closure)
• A classic shirt (choose to make a shirt or shirt dress with a shirt or grandad collar)
• A pair of trousers (choose to make trousers or shorts)
• A classic blazer (choose to make lined, unlined or with bound seams)
• A Japanese-inspired mail bag

In each chapter talks through the cloth used and offers tips and advice on handling and finishing. This is not a beginner’s book but nor is it advanced. It’s a handbook of staple makes and satisfying techniques, sure to become a well-thumbed companion to any maker’s handmade wardrobe. 

WORKWEAR: Timeless sewing patterns for a practical wardrobe. Edited by Merchant & Mills.
Hardback. 192 pages. In English.