Made by a Fabricista: Cherry Blossom Fran Pajamas

Hi everyone, this is Byrd with my latest Fabricista make! I’m excited to share my Fran Pajamas from Closet Core, sewn in a stunning Fabric Mart 100% cotton poplin shirting. The fabric features a navy, cherry pink, and scarlet cherry blossom print, making it the perfect blend of cozy and stylish.

The Pattern: Closet Core Fran Pajamas

The Fran Pajamas pattern is a classic two-piece pajama set, featuring:

• A long-sleeve button-up top with a shirt collar, button placket, and split hem with facings

• Relaxed-fit pants with an elastic waistband, drawstring, and pockets

What I love most about this pattern is that it doesn’t have to be just sleepwear! With the right styling, the top could be a chic button-up, and the pants work well as breezy spring/summer bottoms.

My Design Choices: Color Blocking & Custom Touches

To give my set some unique flair, I added color pop accents to key areas of the shirt:

• Underside of the collar and cuffs

• Button placket facing

• Pocket details

• Split hem facing

These accents were actually fabric scraps from my stash, making this a great scrap-busting project! I also considered adding piping for extra detail, but since I didn’t have any on hand, I created a folded fabric accent instead.

Another fun element? Embroidery! I used this project as an opportunity to experiment with my new Pfaff Creative 350 sewing machine. Zoom in to check out the embroidery details on the underside of the collar and cuffs—a subtle but elegant detail! This took a little time but it was so worth it.

The Fit & Adjustments

For reference, my measurements are:

• Bust: 44”

• Waist: 42”

• Hips: 49”

I cut a size XL for the top and graded to a 1X at the hips. The pattern has plenty of ease, and I probably could have sized down for the pants. After cutting a 1X in the pants, I made a few adjustments:

• Shortened the rise in both the front and back

• Took in about an inch on the side seams for a more tailored fit

Overall, I love the relaxed yet stylish silhouette!

The Fabric: A Dreamy Poplin Shirting

This Fabric Mart 100% cotton poplin is a dream to sew and wear. It’s lightweight yet structured, making it perfect for pajamas, button-ups, or even a casual dress.

A few tips:

✔ Prewash & dry your fabric—since it’s 100% cotton, it will shrink slightly

✔ The navy and pink floral print is vibrant and eye-catching—I love how the pink pops against the deep blue background

✔ It’s super soft, making it perfect for lounging but polished enough for a daytime outfit

I can already picture myself enjoying lazy mornings with a cup of coffee in this set!

This project was such a joy to sew, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out! Whether worn together or as separates, this set is versatile, stylish, and oh-so-comfortable.

Thanks so much for reading! If you enjoyed this post, be sure to follow me on social media for more sewing inspiration and behind-the-scenes details on my latest makes. See you next time!

Thank you Fabric Mart for the beautiful fabric!

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BYRD | @yogabyrdsews

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