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.

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

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

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

Sew the side seams

• Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

• We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch What should I choose?

STEP 8

Finish the neckline

• We chose an overcast stitch

STEP 9

Fold the neckline

• Measure 3/4"" from the top edge

STEP 10

Sew the elastic casing

• We chose a stretch stitch

• Leave an opening for elastic insertion

STEP 11

Insert the elastic

STEP 12

Hem the bottom

• There is 1 inch hem allowance

• We chose a single-fold overlocked turned-up hem and finished it with a double-needle topstitch

STEP 13

Hem the tie casing

• We chose an overcast stitch

STEP 14

Sew the tie casing

• Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

• We chose a stretch stitch

STEP 15

Hem the tie casing

• There is 1/2 inch hem allowance

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

• Trim the excess allowance

STEP 16

Attach the tie casing

• We chose a stretch stitch

• Trim the excess allowance

STEP 17

Sew the ties

• Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

• We chose a stretch stitch

STEP 18

Fold the center

STEP 19

Sew the ties

• Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

• We chose a stretch stitch

• leave one end open

STEP 20

Turn the ties right side out

STEP 21

Close the ties

• Use 1/4 inch seam allowance

• We chose a stretch stitch

• Fold the allowances in

STEP 22

Insert the ties

• Insert from one hole at the bottom through to the end on top and insert again on the other hole on the top and through to the other hole in the bottom

COMPLETE

You did it!

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