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 back yoke seam

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

  • Press seam allowance upwards

STEP 8

Sew the shoulder seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 9

Fold the allowance

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 10

Attach the yoke facing

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 11

Turn the yoke facing over

STEP 12

Close the yoke facing

  • We chose a slipstitch

STEP 13

Sew the side seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 14

Sew the neckband seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 15

Fold the allowance

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 16

Sew the neckband seam

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 17

Turn the neckband

STEP 18

Attach the neckband

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 19

Close the neckband

  • We chose a slipstitch

  • Press seam allowance inwards

STEP 20

Secure the neckband

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

STEP 21

Sew the sleeve seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 22

Hem the sleeves

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

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

STEP 23

Sew the armhole seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 24

Hem the bottom

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

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

STEP 25

Hem the vents

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

  • We chose a double fold and finished it with an edge topstitch

STEP 26

Finish the neckline

  • We chose an edge topstitch

COMPLETE

You did it!

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