STEP 1

Print and assemble the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below.

36” x 72” 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 and trims

  • Seam allowance and hem allowance are already included.

  • See step 4 for trim lengths

  • 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 pocket flap

STEP 8

Turn the pocket flap right side out

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 9

Finish the pocket flap

  • We chose a double-needle topstitch

STEP 10

Attach the pocket flap

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Position 1/2 inch from the edges

STEP 11

Sew the pocket opening seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 12

Turn Over the pocket bag

STEP 13

Sew the pocket seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 14

Secure the pockets

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 15

Sew the front seam

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 16

Sew the back seam

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 17

Attach the back yoke

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 18

Sew the inseams

  • 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 outseams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 20

Hem the bottom

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

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

  • Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 21

Sew the waistband

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

STEP 22

Fold the waistband

STEP 23

Attach the waistband

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

  • Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 24

Insert the elastic

  • We chose a straight stitch

COMPLETE

You did it!

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