Technical sewing/pattern illustrator – flat construction diagrams for sewing pattern booklet

Posted 4 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

JOB TITLE Sewing pattern technical illustrator needed — indie pattern launch OVERVIEW I'm launching a sewing pattern line under my brand Usefulbox and need step-by-step construction illustrations for the first pattern (PJ shorts). I'm looking for someone with experience in garment construction/technical sewing illustration — not fashion sketching. WHAT I NEED Approximately 8–12 step-by-step construction illustrations showing how to sew a pair of PJ shorts. Steps will be provided as a written brief — you'll be illustrating each one. Style reference: Helen's Closet patterns, Friday Pattern Co., Chalk & Notch — clean, modern line illustration style. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS • PNG with transparent background (300dpi minimum for print) • SVG files also provided if possible • Must clearly show right side vs wrong side of fabric • Clear use of arrows and notations legible at small print sizes • Illustrations will be used in a digital/print PDF pattern booklet laid out in Canva IDEAL CANDIDATE • Portfolio includes garment construction drawings (not just fashion illustration) • Experience with indie sewing patterns a big plus • Comfortable working from written step descriptions • Responsive and open to one round of revisions PROCESS I'd like to start with a paid test illustration of one step before committing to the full project. Fixed price per illustration preferred. TO APPLY Please share examples of garment construction or sewing technical illustrations from your portfolio. Bonus points if you've worked on indie sewing patterns before.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • < 1 month
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $15.00

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    $33.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Illustration
Fashion Design
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  • Proposals:5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
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About the client
Member since Jun 5, 2026
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    Marrickville1:43 AM
  • 1 hire, 1 active
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    Small company (2-9 people)

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