STEP 1

Print 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

Sew the belt loops

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 8

Turn the belt loops right side out

STEP 9

Attach the belt loops

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • Align with notches

STEP 10

Sew the shoulder seam

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 11

Attach the sleeves

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 12

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 13

Hem the bottom

  • Use 3/4 inch seam allowance

STEP 14

Sew the neckband seams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 15

Sew the edges

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 16

Fold the allowances

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

STEP 17

Attach the underside of the neckband

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

  • Align the folded seam allowance of the neckband to the seam allowance of the body

STEP 18

Fold the center

STEP 19

Close the neckband

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

  • Align the folded seam allowance of the neckband to the seam allowance of the body

STEP 20

Sew the cuffs

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 21

Fold the center

STEP 22

Attach the cuffs

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 23

Sew the waist tie

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

STEP 24

Sew the waist tie

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

  • Trim the excess allowance

STEP 25

Turn the waist ties right side out

STEP 26

Close the waist tie

  • We chose a plain seam with a straight stitch

COMPLETE

You did it!

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