About Lauren Merciris

Lauren Merciris

MAYA Patterns is a young brand of trendy PDF sewing patterns. Behind the brand is Lauren, a French, enthusiastic, creative and hyperactive woman, currently living in England and soon in Germany. Lauren has always been passionate about fashion and graphic design, and is inspired from her travels and experiences. Through couture, she finds the way to affirm herself, to create, and to take power over her wardrobe. For her, sewing is a true lifestyle. Self-taught, she soon began to enjoy pattern-making and designing. After completing a CAP (vocational training certificate) in dressmaking in France and taking fashion design courses, she now offers MAYA Patterns, trendy and stylish garments for women and little girls.

Discover her collections on www.mayapatterns.com and follow her on @maya_patterns (Instagram) or @mayapatterns_couture (on Youtube).

Articles by Lauren Merciris

Naomi Winter Wrap Coat Pattern

Naomi Winter Wrap Coat Pattern

Wrap yourself in luxury this winter by designing this gorgeous coat pattern from Lauren Merciris. Made in warm fabrics like wool, this wrap coat pattern is lined in soft silky ... Read More 

Paige Boxy Cropped Jacket Pattern

Paige Boxy Cropped Jacket Pattern

Dress yourself in icy shades of blue and white this winter with a chic cropped jacket pattern from Lauren Merciris. Made in luxe fabrics like bouclé and tweed, this stylish ... Read More 

Elise Slip Dress Pattern

Elise Slip Dress Pattern

Elegant slip dresses as daywear have been spotted both on and off the runway for fall and winter, and this versatile slip dress pattern from Lauren Merciris is both on-trend ... Read More 

Colette Spring Fabric Flower Choker

Colette Spring Fabric Flower Choker

Combine the arts of sewing and jewelry making with this elegant choker pattern from Lauren Merciris. Featuring delicate ballerina pink petals, this vintage-inspired choker can be made with pretty non-stretch ... Read More 

Addie Casual T-Shirt Dress Pattern

Addie Casual T-Shirt Dress Pattern

Casual chic has never looked so effortless! Designed by Lauren Merciris, this summer dress pattern is comfy and stretchy, making it ideal for jersey or other stretch fabrics, and can ... Read More 

Dining In Adult Bib Pattern

Dining In Adult Bib Pattern

Design an adult bib that’s pretty, practical, and easy-to-clean with this pattern from designer Lauren Merciris. Available in two collar designs, this adult bib pattern features simple fabric neckties, a ... Read More 

Goldenrod Fall Maxi Skirt Pattern

Goldenrod Fall Maxi Skirt Pattern

We love maxi skirts for their versatility, comfort and built-in style, which is why we’re so excited to share this new sewing pattern from designer Lauren Merciris. This simple fall ... Read More