STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

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

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

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.

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 body

• There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

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

STEP 9

Sew the waist tie seams

• Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

• We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 10

Turn the waist ties right side out

STEP 11

Attach the waist ties

• Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

• We chose a straight stitch

STEP 12

Sew the waistband piece seams

• Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

• We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 13

Fold the edge

• There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 14

Attach the waistband

• Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

• We chose a straight stitch

STEP 15

Fold the waistband

• Fold from the straight stitch

STEP 16

Fold the waistband

• There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 17

Fold the waistband

• Fold the center

STEP 18

Sew the waistband seam

• We chose a topstitch

STEP 19

Sew the buttonhole

• 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.