One of our most popular winter fabrics is the Quilted Thermal Puffer Fabric from Mind the Maker. It's no wonder: being able to customize all the details of your winter coat is a major perk of being a sewist! We've done a full survey of the indie puffer jacket sewing patterns on the market today and come up with a list of our favorites.
Size range: Womens S-XXXL (up to 65.5" chest)
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Sewing Level: Advanced
It's the details that made the Fibre Mood Giselle float to the top of the full-coverage puffer coat heap: the simple high mandarin collar, the snap placket that overlaps the zipper, the drawstring at the waist to give it shape, and the elegant curved side seam slits.
A great alternative: Viki Sews Reggie
Size range: Adults S-XXL (up to 47.25" chest), children 2-14 (22-33" chest)
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Sewing level: Advanced
If you are looking for a classic winter parka-style puffer sewing pattern that can make outwear for you, your kid, and your partner, this Jalie pattern is it. It features a straight cut that hits at the waist or lower, with slash pockets and adjustable drawstring waist. We love its high collar for keeping your cheeks warm and removable hood.
A great alternative: Waffle Patterns Mitsuba Puffer Jacket
Size range: Womens XS-XL/34-52 (up to 45" chest)
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Sewing Level: Advanced
Sometimes, you want to swim in your jacket, like being wrapped in a giant puffy blanket. The Viki Sews Cherly Jacket has got that vibe! A slightly cocoon-shaped, oversized puffer with dropped shoulders and a round neckline finished all around in bias binding. It hits at mid-thigh and features angled faux-flap pockets.
A great alternative: Papercut Nova
Size range: Womens Standard 1-8 and Curve 6-14 (29.9"- 60.6" bust)
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Sewing Level: Advanced
The folks at Papercut call this "the most versatile jacket pattern you'll ever own," and they might be right. We loved the cropped bomber jacket version with a drawstring waist and big buttons on a placket, a unique take on the style made with puffer fabric. However, this pattern has options for days: three lengths, three hem styles, two cuff styles, three pocket styles, and four collar styles!
A great alternative: Fibre Mood Adria
Size range: 1-9 (up to a 57.5" bust)
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Sewing Level: Beginner
The Tauko cape barely squeaks into the category of a puffer jacket sewing pattern, but we had to include it for its funky origami-like design and ultra-easy construction. While designed as an open-front jacket, adding a big button at the front would make this fun statement piece even more versatile.
A great alternative: Fibre Mood Harlem
