STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

36” x 48” size paper

1 - Open the 36” print file

2 - Print; ensure the settings are:

Paper size = 36” wide
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait

3 - Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

A0 size paper

1 - Open the A0 print file

2 - Print page 1; ensure the settings are:

Paper size = A0
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait
Pages = Page 1 only

3 - Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

4 - Print the remaining pages

8” x 11.5” size paper

1. Open the 8.5” x 11” print file

2. Print page 1 only, ensure the settings are:

Paper size = 8.5” x 11” (Letter)
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait
Pages = Page 1 only

3. Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

4. Print the remaining pages and lay them out as required.

Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…
Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…
Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

5. Cut out the rectangles on each page

6. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

Match the diamonds along the edges for accurate alignment.

A4 size paper

1. Open the A4 print file

2. Print page 1 only, ensure the settings are:

Paper size = A4
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait
Pages = Page 1 only

3. Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

4. Print the remaining pages and lay them out as required.

Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…
Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…
Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

5. Cut out the rectangles on each page

6. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

Match the diamonds along the edges for accurate alignment.

STEP 2

Round up your tools

Sewing machine
Iron and ironing board
Scissors
Tape
Pins
Fabric pen or chalk

STEP 3

Gather your materials

Fabric; we recommend stretch knit or woven fabrics such as Jersey, Velour, Broadcloth, Sateen or Linen. We chose Jersey.
3/4 inch wide buttons: 5
Thread

STEP 4

Cut out the paper pieces for your size

See step 3 images for size info.

STEP 5

Cut out the fabric pieces

Seam allowance and hem allowance are already included.
Follow the cut instructions on the paper pieces Learn more >

STEP 6

Label your fabric pieces

For clarity, we made the wrong side of our fabric darker.
For a closer look, you can click or double-tap on the images to activate zoom.

STEP 7

Hem the facings

There is 1/2 inch hem allowance
We chose an overcast stitch

STEP 8

Attach the facings

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch
Leave the top edge unsewn

STEP 9

Sew the buttonholes

STEP 10

Attach the buttons

STEP 11

Sew the shoulder seams

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 12

Attach the sleeves

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 13

Sew the side seams

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 14

Create the collar

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 15

Attach the collar

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose to align the folded allowance of the collar with the seam allowance of the neckline as a lapped seam; finish with a stretch stitch