STEP 1

Print and assemble the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below.

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.

 

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 and trims

  • Seam allowance and hem allowance are already included.

  • Follow the cut instructions on the paper pieces Learn more >

  • See step 4 for trim lengths

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 bust dart

STEP 8

Sew the front bodice

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 9

Gather the front bodice

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

  • Match the center width of the darted front body

STEP 10

Sew the front bodice

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 11

Hem the shoulders

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

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

  • Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 12

Insert the elastics

STEP 13

Secure the elastics

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 14

Attach the sleeves

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 15

Attach the front bodice

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 16

Fold the front neckline

STEP 17

Fold the allowance

  • There is 1/2 inch fold allowance

STEP 18

Close the front bodice

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 19

Hem the back neck

  • There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

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

  • Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 20

Hem the sleeves

  • We chose an overcast stitch

STEP 21

Attach the sleeves

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a double-needle topstitch

  • Match the notches

STEP 22

Insert the elastic

STEP 23

Secure the elastics

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 24

Hem the bottom

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

  • Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 25

Insert the elastic

STEP 26

Secure the elastics

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 27

Attach the elastics

  • Refer to the pattern for exact position

STEP 28

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 29

Hem the sleeves

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

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

  • Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 30

Insert the elastics

COMPLETE

You did it!

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