STEP 1

Print and assemble the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below.

36” x 60” size paper

1. Open the 36” print file in Adobe Acrobat

  • If you don’t already have Adobe Acrobat, download it here.

 

2. Open the layers panel

  • Our files are set up with each size on a separate layer which allows printing one size at a time. This saves on ink and removes overlapping lines which cause confusion.

 

3. Uncheck all the sizes except the size you want to print

 

4. Open the print panel

 

5. Print

  • Under the Page sizing & handling section, ensure ‘Actual size’ is selected

 

6. Measure the square

  • If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct.

 

A0 size paper

1. Open the A0 print file in Adobe Acrobat

  • If you don’t already have Adobe Acrobat, download it here.

 

2. Open the layers panel

  • Our files are set up with each size on a separate layer which allows printing one size at a time. This saves on ink and removes overlapping lines which cause confusion.

 

3. Uncheck all the sizes except the size you want to print

 

4. Open the print panel

 

5. Print page 1 only

  • Under the Pages to Print section, select ‘Pages’ and type “1”

  • Under the Page sizing & handling section, ensure ‘Actual size’ is selected

 

6. Measure the square

  • If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct.

 

7. Print the remaining pages

  • Under the Pages to Print section, select ‘Pages’ and type 2 - [total pages]

 

8. Lay the pages out as required

  • Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…

  • Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…

  • Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

 

9. Cut out the rectangles on each page

 

10. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

  • For accurate alignment, match the diamonds along the edges

 

8” x 11.5” size paper

1. Open the 8.5” x 11” print file in Adobe Acrobat

  • If you don’t already have Adobe Acrobat, download it here.

 

2. Open the layers panel

  • Our files are set up with each size on a separate layer which allows printing one size at a time. This saves on ink and removes overlapping lines which cause confusion.

 

3. Uncheck all the sizes except the size you want to print

 

4. Open the print panel

 

5. Print page 1 only

  • Under the Pages to Print section, select ‘Pages’ and type “1”

  • Under the Page sizing & handling section, ensure ‘Actual size’ is selected

 

6. Measure the square

  • If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct.

 

7. Print the remaining pages

  • Under the Pages to Print section, select ‘Pages’ and type 2 - [total pages]

 

8. Lay the pages out as required

  • Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…

  • Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…

  • Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

 

9. Cut out the rectangles on each page

 

10. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

  • For accurate alignment, match the diamonds along the edges

 

A4 size paper

1. Open the A4 print file in Adobe Acrobat

  • If you don’t already have Adobe Acrobat, download it here.

 

2. Open the layers panel

  • Our files are set up with each size on a separate layer which allows printing one size at a time. This saves on ink and removes overlapping lines which cause confusion.

 

3. Uncheck all the sizes except the size you want to print

 

4. Open the print panel

 

5. Print page 1 only

  • Under the Pages to Print section, select ‘Pages’ and type 1

  • Under the Page sizing & handling section, ensure ‘Actual size’ is selected

 

6. Measure the square

  • If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct.

 

7. Print the remaining pages

  • Under the Pages to Print section, select ‘Pages’ and type 2 - [total pages]

 

8. Lay the pages out as required

  • Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…

  • Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…

  • Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

 

9. Cut out the rectangles on each page

 

10. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

  • For accurate alignment, match the diamonds along the edges

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

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

Finish the neckline

STEP 8

Fold the neckline

  • Fold from the notches

STEP 9

Secure the neckline

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

STEP 10

Sew the straps

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • Sew until the notch and trim the excess allowance

STEP 11

Turn the straps right side out

STEP 12

Attach the straps

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 13

Fold the allowances

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

  • Fold on the stitch

STEP 14

Fold the allowances

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

  • Fold on the stitch

STEP 15

Fold the center

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 16

Close the straps

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Extend the stitch through the whole strap as a topstitch

STEP 17

Hem the bottom

  • There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

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

STEP 18

Attach the back body

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 19

Sew the strap loops

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 20

Turn the strap loops right side out

STEP 21

Cut the strap loops

  • Cut the whole piece into 10 equal parts

STEP 22

Attach the strap loops

  • Refer to the pattern for exact position

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 23

Attach the lining

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 24

Turn the back body right side out

STEP 25

Fold the allowance in

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 26

Close the back body

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 27

Finish the back body

  • We chose a topstitch

STEP 28

Sew the lace strap

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 29

Turn the lace strap right side out

STEP 30

Close the lace strap

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 31

Finish the lace straps

  • We chose a topstitch

COMPLETE

You did it!

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