STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

36” x 72” 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

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

Sew the side seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 8

Hem the front edges

  • There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

  • We chose a double-fold hem and finished it with a straight stitch

STEP 9

Sew the ruffle panel seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 10

Hem the ruffles

  • There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

  • We chose a double-fold hem and finished it with a straight stitch

STEP 11

Gather the ruffles

  • We chose a basting stitch 1/4 inch from edge

  • Pull the basting stitch to gather the top edges

STEP 12

Attach the ruffles

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 13

Sew the waist tie seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 14

Turn the waist ties right side out

STEP 15

Attach the waist ties

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 16

Sew the waistband piece seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 17

Fold the side

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 18

Attach the waistband

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 19

Fold the waistband

  • Fold from the straight stitch

STEP 20

Fold the waistband edges

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 21

Fold the waistband

  • Fold the center

STEP 22

Sew the waistband seam

  • We chose a topstitch

STEP 23

Sew the buttonhole seam

  • We choose to position it 1/4 inch from the side seam.

  • This is where the inner waist tie will slip through.

COMPLETE

You did it!

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