Helen's Closet vs Paper Theory
Helen's Closet: comfortable everyday patterns with wide size ranges. Paper Theory: distinctive, modern patterns with clever construction.
| Helen's Closet | Paper Theory | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Brand | Brand |
| Category | Independent Sewing Pattern Companies | Independent Sewing Pattern Companies |
| Crafts | Sewing | Sewing |
| Pricing | Shop | Shop |
| Free option | — | — |
| Free patterns | Some | Some |
| Beginner friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Ships internationally | — | — |
| Platforms | — | — |
| Formats | PDF, paper | PDF, paper |
| Based in | Canada | United Kingdom |
| Visit | Visit |
Helen's Closet
Helen's Closet is a Canadian pattern company known for comfortable, wearable designs such as the Blackwood cardigan and Winslow culottes, with a wide size range and a sewing podcast.
The patterns are approachable for advanced beginners.
Paper Theory
Paper Theory is a UK pattern company with modern designs such as the Tie Front dress and the Zadie jumpsuit, known for interesting construction.
Based on public information. Check each site for current prices and terms.