STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

36” x 60” 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: 6

  • 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

Create the pocket

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 8

Attach the pocket

  • We chose an edge topstitch

STEP 9

Hem the facings

  • There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

  • We chose an overcast stitch

STEP 10

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 11

Sew the buttonholes

STEP 12

Attach the buttons

STEP 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

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 17

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

STEP 18

Finish the neckline

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose to fold in the exposed allowance; finish with a stretch stitch

STEP 19

Hem the bottom

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

  • We chose a double-fold hem and finished it with a double-needle topstitch

STEP 20

Create the cuffs

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 21

Attach the cuffs

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

COMPLETE

You did it!

  • Be a pro! Trim any excess thread and allowances, then, give it a good iron.