Flannel Pajamas - A Snowy Day Necessity

When my house looks like this…

All I want to do is stay inside wearing my comfy flannel pajamas. I’m about due for another pair, so I spent some time looking through patterns and tutorials trying to decide which one to use. Here are some of my favorites…

 Basic Pajamas with Optional Ruffle

 This tutorial shows how to make your basic pajamas, using an existing pair as your template. I’ve done this before for my kids, and it is super fast and easy. I like the optional ruffle!

 

JoAnn Video

This is a JoAnn video that shows how to make flannel lounge pants using a store-bought pattern. It is helpful to see the techniques she uses to sew the pants together, but keep in mind that you will need a pattern to work from.

 

Flannel Pajamas With a Cuff

This tutorial by Shwin and Shwin adds a cuff.

If you prefer store-bought patterns, here are a few cute ones...

Pattern - Afterglow by Make it Perfect

Description: Afterglow is a super sweet nightdress designed for little sleeping beauties…You know, the little girls that just have to wear a dress everywhere?!! This simple design, featuring pleated front detail and dainty puffy sleeves, is comfortable and easy-to-wear for a good night’s rest. Due to it’s classic look, afterglow can easily double as a play dress with side ties – yep, good enough to wear day or night, dancing in the backyard or twirling in the bedroom! Sizes: 6 months to 5 yrs

Pattern - Slumber Party Jammies by Make it Perfect

Description: Send the kids to bed in style with a pair of funky, cool, Slumber Party Jammies! The matching drawstring bag makes a great gift bag which can later be used to hang on the end of the bed as a neat place to keep their jammies when they aren’t being worn! Sizes: 6 months to 5 yrs

Pattern Book - Sew Easy Pajama Pants by Cindy Taylor Oates

Every night feels like a slumber party when you are wearing a pair of pajama pants made from your favorite fabric. These pajama pants are a great project for the beginner sewer and the seasoned veteran alike. Variations include long or Capri length, with or without pockets, elastic waist or a combo of elastic and tie waist. Have fun making matching pillowcases, a great tote bag and bracelets to share with friends, Sweet dreams and remember…always wear cute pajamas! For Teens and Adults Sizes XS - XXXL

Pattern Book - Pajama Party by Cindy Taylor Oates

Make the color combinations as subtle and sophisticated or wild and crazy as you desire! Instructions and full-size center pull-out patterns included for: Pajama Bottoms, Pajama Top, Blue Nightshirt, Pink Nightshirt, Cow Print Pajamas, Blue Floral & Stripe Pajamas, Sleeping Mask, Hot Pink Dot & Strip Pajamas, Tri-Color Pajamas, and Duffle Bag. A fantastic project for your next quilting retreat or all-night ''sew-in''! Book includes pattern sizes S - XXL. size S is for a 6-8; M is for 10-12; L is for 14-16; XL is 18-20; XXL is 22-24.