STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

36” x 24” 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 shoulder seams

  • Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

STEP 8

Secure the crotch

  • Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a basting stitch

STEP 9

Sew the crotch seam

  • Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

  • The back body is between the front body pieces

STEP 10

Turn over the front panel

  • Trim excess seam allowance

STEP 11

Secure the edges

  • Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a basting stitch

STEP 12

Attach the neckline elastic

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

STEP 13

Hem the neckline elastic

  • We chose a single fold and finished it with a zigzag stitch

STEP 14

Sew the back seam

  • Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

STEP 15

Attach the elastic

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

  • Attach the elastic on the back seam allowance

STEP 16

Hem the elastic

  • We chose a single fold and finished it with a zigzag stitch

STEP 17

Sew the side seams

  • Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

STEP 18

Create the armhole elastics

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

  • Measure the armhole circumference, then, add 1 inch.

  • Cut the total length.

  • Sew the elastic to circumference by overlapping the edge by 1 inch.

STEP 19

Attach the armhole elastics

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

  • Do not stretch the elastic while sewing

STEP 20

Create the leg opening elastics

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

  • Measure the leg opening circumference, then, add 1 inch.

  • Cut the total length.

  • Sew the elastic to circumference by overlapping the edge by 1 inch.

STEP 21

Attach the leg opening elastics

  • We chose a zigzag stitch

  • Do not stretch the elastic while sewing

STEP 22

Hem the armhole and leg opening elastics

  • We chose a single fold and finished it with a zigzag stitch

COMPLETE

You did it!

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