Add a cozy, stylish set to your wardrobe with The Lydia Loungewear Set Free Sewing Pattern!
This ensemble features an oversized, crewneck sweatshirt paired with jogger sweatpants, designed for ease and everyday comfort. Made with luxurious Brushed Wool Knit, the fabric provides warmth, softness, and a malleable drape, making it ideal for cooler seasons.
This easy-to-follow sewing pattern will give you a versatile outfit that can be paired with jeans, denim skirts, fancy tops, and even heels. Whether you’re looking to elevate your loungewear or embrace the athleisure trend, The Lydia Loungewear Set is made to keep you comfortable without compromising on style.
Purchase Products Used Below:
- 3 yards of Heathered Doeskin and Angora Brushed Wool Knit
- 1 each of Dritz White Knit Elastic – 1″ x 1.25 yd
- 1 spool of 505 Cashmere 250m Gutermann Sew All Thread
- MDF407 – The Lydia Loungewear Set Sewing Pattern (Free download below!)
Alternative Recommended Fabrics:
CUTTING LAYOUT
XXS – S
M – XL
2XL – 4XL
How To Sew The Lydia Loungewear Set Free Sewing Pattern:
*Use a 1/2″ seam allowance for all seams unless otherwise specified.
Step 1
Sew front and back together at the shoulder seams.
Step 2
Sew front and back together at the side seams.
Step 3
Sew the sleeve closed at the inseam.
Step 4
Attach the sleeve to the armhole with the inseam lined up to side seam, then sew all around.
Step 5
Fold the seam allowance towards the inside and sew the hem around the neckline.
Step 6
Finish the sweatshirt and the sleeves by sewing a rolled hem towards the outside of the garment.
Step 7
Sew the front pant pieces together at center front.
Step 8
Sew the back pant pieces along center back.
Step 9
Sew front and back together at the side seams.
Step 10
Sew front and back together along the inseam.
Step 11
Fold the waistline inward to create the casing. Leave a 1″ gap at center back to insert the elastic.
Step 12
Measure enough elastic to fit comfortably but snugly around your waist, then use a safety pin to pass the elastic through one side of the casing and back out the other side.
Step 13
Sew the ends of the elastic together using a zig-zag stitch, then close the 1″ gap with a straight stitch.
Step 14
Fold the bottom edges of the pants inward to create the casing for each leg. Leave a 1″ gap for the elastic.
Step 15
Measure enough elastic for a snug fit around the cuffs, then insert the elastic by using the safety pin to get it through the casing.
Sew the ends of the elastic with a zig-zag stitch and close the 1″ gap with a straight stitch.
The Lydia Loungewear Set Free Sewing Pattern by Mood Fabrics
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I love it
Why didn’t the pattern come with pockets? I know it’s an easy addition for most, but why make us think about it? Side seams at the least, but a pouch on the top, patches on the bum, and even cargo pockets would all be nice.
Hello, we appreciate your request and will keep it in mind for future patterns as this pattern is intended to be as beginner-friendly as possible. If you would like to add patch pockets, you can download a patch pocket pattern from The Bivalvia Beach Romper and follow the instructions on the post. If you prefer side seam pockets, you can download the pocket pattern from The Marisol Jumper and watch our youtube tutorial on “How to add a side seam pocket to any garment.” For cargo pockets, you can download the pattern for a cargo pocket on The Adair Cargo Pants and follow the instructions on the post.
Are the seam allowances added to the pattern or do I have to add them afterwards? thanks for the reply
Hello, the pattern has 1/2″ seam allowance included already.
Hi, Does this pattern come in A0/print shop file for plotters?
Hello,
In order to keep our free sewing patterns free, we are exclusively offering an A4-Letter size version that includes all sizes.
We appreciate your request and will keep it in mind for future patterns.
Happy Sewing!
The MoodSewciety Team
I love this. How much stretch do you need in the fabric?
Hello, since this pattern contains so much ease, you can make it with any type of fabric even without stretch.
Hola.gracias x el patron
I’m so excited to see the Lydia Loungewear Set free sewing pattern! This design is just perfect for making comfy and stylish loungewear at home, especially if you use some lovely cotton fabrics, which are so important in the cotton export industry. I love how versatile this pattern is—it really allows for endless customization! I can’t wait to get started and bring this cozy set to life. Happy sewing, everyone!
Perfect i will be making pajama gifts for the family members this will turn out cute i will be adding pockets
Great idea! Happy Sewing 🙂
Anche se sempre con qualche difficoltà con le taglie, diverse da quelle italiane, anch’io da autodidatta riesco a fare i vostri modelli….VI ADORO!!!
siamo così felici di saperlo e speriamo che ti piacciano i nostri modelli di cucito gratuiti su Mood Sewciety!
How much fabric would you recommend for just the pants and just the top?
I want to make Christmas sets but don’t necessarily want to use the same fabric for the top and bottoms.
Hello, this pattern requires 1.5 yards for the top and 1.5 yards for the bottom if you are making a size small.
I love this pattern is very easy to sew and cut. I made it out of jersey and its my favorite longsleeve.
Hello, I’d like to know which size would you advise me to cut in rib cashmere fabric for a 1.25 m hip. Is this pattern layered?
Thank you for the beautiful design.
I would probably recommend a size 2X for a 49 inch hip. And unfortunately, we do not offer layered patterns at this time.
Could you guys suggest how to lay out the pattern because it suggests three yards of the fabric and I have four yards of this flannel I wanted to use and the pattern pieces seem gigantic Even though I tested the size and it printed fine… It seems like you need 5 yards to make this thing… And I’m wondering what I’m doing wrong.
Hello, we have added a cutting layout to this post for every size. It is always recommended to get an additional half yard. 3 yards are needed for sizes XXS to S, 3.6 yards for M to XL, and 5 yards for 2XL to 4XL.
I’m having trouble cutting this out of just 3 yards. Is there a layout guide?
Hello, we have added a cutting layout for every size in the post.
Hola!!
Me encanta el patrón y ya lo he cortado en papel.
Lo que mi duda es, que mido 155cm y no sé para qué medida de largo es. Creo que he de adaptar el largo en el papel (a media pierna??) antes de cortar la tela.
Gracias
El pantalón tiene un largo final de más de 43″ (aprox 110 cm) nuestra modelo mide 1.78, asi que probablemente sí tengas que ajustar el largo. Mide desde tu cintura hasta tu tobillo y marca esa medida para el largo del pantalón, agrega 10 cm más para obtener el mismo efecto abombado en los tobillos despues de poner el elastico.
first free pattern
We are so happy you found your first free Mood pattern! Hopefully it will be the first of many! Welcome to the Mood Fabrics Sewciety Blog & Happy Sewing 🙂
Great pattern for an easy-sew pajama or casual around-town shirt. This pattern is aimed at taller person than my 5’2” self, so I did need to adjust arm and leg length. I made the shirt with no further modifications in a cotton double knit and found myself reaching for it nearly every weekend since when running errands. I just finished the whole pattern in a flannel for a cozy set of pajamas. A couple of modifications: on the pants I added pockets using the pocket pattern from the Rosalie shirt dress, and didn’t add the elastic at the bottom of the leg, hemming it instead. This gave me a more traditional pajama pant. On the shirt, when sewing with woven the neck hole was not large enough to go over my head so I cut in a 2” slit in the front neckline. This is a great base!
Great to hear, we hope you enjoyed creating this free sewing pattern!
How does sewing the neckline work with no binding? I see a few notches in the photo. Are you just stretching the seam allowance as you sew as you would with binding? (I’m a beginner sewist and new to knits!)
Hello, this sample was finished with a hem around the neckline. If you prefer an alternate way to finish the neckline, you can create a neck binding with the same fabric or a rib knit.
Love it
Thank you! We’re so happy you love the Lydia Loungewear Set—happy sewing! ✨
I love the pattern, I do not like the color of fabric, does this fabric come in different colors. any other suggestions.
Hi Patricia, here is a link to wool knit fabrics! In the blog post, next to (or underneath) the technical flat drawing, we list alternative recommended fabric types as well. The fabric we used has an industry weight of 281 GSM and is composed of 100% wool. We list the fabric weight (GSM) for each fabric product on our website, as it is a useful detail for selecting alternative options of similar weight! Happy Sewing! ✨
I see sizes listed with body measurements but I can’t find how much material is recommended for each size. How much are needed for (each) 2x, 3x, and 4x?
Hi Susan! We sewed a size small for this tutorial and used about 2.5 yards of 55″ width fabric. For 55″ width fabric, we recommend purchasing 3 yards for sizes XXS-S; purchasing 4 yards for sizes M-XL; and 5 yards for sizes 2XL-4XL.
Good afternoon, good morning, good evening wherever you may be in the world. I have to say I absolutely love this pattern and I cannot wait to make this in several different fabrics. I’m gonna do lightweight denim, knit and I plan to do a lightweight wool.
I have this beautiful lightweight, navy blue wool fabric that I have been anxiously waiting to use. Thank you for the beautiful simplicity of this free pattern. I’m looking forward to to more..
Good morning Toni! We can’t wait to see what you make with this pattern. Tag us on Instagram with #MadeWithMood when your project is finished so we can feature you on our page!
Hi, I can´t find where to download the pattern.
Hi AnnaKarin! You can download the pattern for free by entering your name and email address into the field under “Download Your Free Sewing Pattern”. Then, check your email inbox (and your spam, just in case) for an email from Mood Sewciety Patterns with the subject line “Your Free Download from Mood Sewciety”. Scroll down to the blue link under the title of the email and click on that. It will bring you to a web browser page where you have to scroll down and find the orange button that says “click here to download your free sewing pattern”. That button will redirect you to the webpage with the PDF of the pattern, which can be printed on 8.5×11 paper on your printer at home. Let me know if you need any additional help accessing the pattern!
Hello. I’m getting ready to sew this pattern for the first time. I’m cutting out the pattern pieces and I’m wondering why there are so many sets of waistlines. Is this for shortening?
Hi Liz, each waistline is associated with a different size. You have to cut out the one associated with your size.
Can I use a non stretch cotton fabric for the pants?
You can, just make sure you reference the finished garment measurements when cutting out your size so that its guaranteed to fit.
Hi , I love this pattern , can I download the pattern but Iam 2XL, thank you.