About Us

Sewing Patterns

Earnest Threads LLC is an independent sewing pattern company owned and operated in Minneapolis, MN. We offer a variety of sewing patterns including wardrobe staples, practical accessories, and dancewear. We strive to create easy-to-read patterns with a focus on fit, because we believe that well-fitting clothes make you feel great!

Our fashion patterns span bust sizes 30-52 inches and include multiple cup sizes. Our Irish dance patterns are sized for both children and adults.

Our first patterns, published in 2016 under the name Gúna Rince, were for Irish dance costumes and accessories. We’re proud to continue offering these patterns, now renamed as our “Gúna Rince” collection.

Custom Solo Dresses

We have been creating custom Irish dance costumes since 2014 (formerly under the name Guna Rince), and aim to provide you with a positive and worry-free experience when ordering a custom garment. Dressmaker Mattie Ernst has been involved in the Minnesota Irish music and dance communities since 2006. Her background in theater inspires bold, eye-catching designs that blend traditional Celtic artwork with modern design.