Simplicity - 8897

Seam allowance

Seam allowance This pattern includes 1.5 cm seam allowance, unless stated otherwise on the pattern sheets.

Fabric and Notions

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Delivery time

The expected delivery time is indicated by size range in available sizes.

Information on fabrics and haberdasheries

The information on fabrics and haberdasheries is listed on the back of the pattern envelope for most patterns. Often in 2 languages and in inches as well as in centimetres.
The information on fabrics and haberdasheries is offered in our shop as a .pdf file, so you can check what materials your need even before you order.

The information on fabrics and haberdasheries may also be in the sewing instructions. This may be especially hard to decipher in foreign patterns. Please get in touch with us if you need some help.

Language of patterns

Most of the brands sold by Sewingpatterns.eu come with English instructions. Sometimes are Spanisch, German or French instructions included.

Every pattern lists the available language(s).

For support, you can check the Customer service page were are glossary's available, which lists many sewing terms. Customer service page »

Seam allowances

Foreign patterns often already include the seam allowance.

Cut the fabric tightly along the pattern. Please do not forget, because your clothing will become several sizes too big quite easily!

The standard seam allowance is 1.5 cm, but please check this in the sewing specifications. There may be differences between the different brands. We also list the seam allowance in the information with every pattern in the shop.

Sizing

The available sizes are listed with every pattern. The pattern is available only in these sizes.

Every pattern often lists several sizes, enabling you to combine, we call these size sets. If the pattern is available in different size sets, then you can make a size choice with your order. Size sets are usually indicated with a letter code.

If all available sizes are on 1 pattern (a multi-size pattern), you cannot make a size choice.

Level of difficulty

We indicate the level of difficulty with the pattern in stars. This is an indication, because it depends on personal experience. Beginning seamstresses are advised to choose the 1 or 2 star patterns.

Please take into account the language of the pattern! Any foreign language is not taken into account in the level of difficulty!

• * Very easy / beginners
• ** Easy / some experience
• *** Average / experienced
• **** Difficult / a lot of experience, professional

Return shipment and exchanges

You are entitled to report the items for return within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. After a return notification you have 14 days to return the items. The articles must be packed in their original condition and in the same way as they were delivered.. The shipping costs of the return shipment are at your own expense. We will send you a confirmation of receipt of the return shipment by email.
If you have already paid for the order, the total purchase amount including shipping costs will be refunded into your account within 14 days after actual return of the items.

During the term of approval you should handle the items and the packaging carefully. For patterns: please cut packaging carefully and look at the instruction sheets first. Usually, it is then not necessary to fully open pattern sheets to determine whether you want to keep the item or not.

After the period of 14 working days the sale is final and you can no longer return your purchase, while you remain owing the full purchase amount. We advise you to demonstrate that you have made use of the right to return in a timely fashion. Therefore, we recommend that you make sure that you are in possession of proof of delivery, proof of posting or a similar document. In case of return after the set time of 14 working days, we will charge 50% of the invoice.

Exchange of items can only take place after written request within 14 working days after delivery of the items. The items should be returned in their original condition and packaged in the same way. The shipping costs of the return shipment are at your own expense.
We will charge you shipping costs for the shipping of new items.

We recommend that you inspect the delivered items immediately after receipt, and to report any defects in writing within due time.

In the following situations you cannot return or exchange items:

• if it concerns a magazine;
• The item is no longer complete or damaged;
• The item does not contain all objects included by the manufacturer upon delivery;
• The item is not in its original packaging;
• The item is a Marfy pattern directly sent to you by Marfy Italy.

Return address:
Beijerstraat 4
8911 HG Leeuwarden
The Netherlands

After return you will receive a return confirmation and a credit invoice. Include the packing slip so that we can process your return quickly and correctly.

At least 50% of the invoice amount will be charged for returns after 14 days or when the items are returned damaged / used and 100% when it concerns a magazine.

We are forced to recover the DPD return costs charged to us if you do not collect the order (in time) from a Pick Up Parcel Shop or when you are not at home, despite various announcements of the delivery date and delivery time. These costs are high: Belgium € 11.18 and Germany € 11.60.

Check immediately after receipt if your order is in order. You must report any defects or errors in writing within 2 months.