STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

36” x 60” size paper

1 - Open the 36” print file

2 - Print; ensure the settings are:

Paper size = 36” wide
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait

3 - Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

A0 size paper

1 - Open the A0 print file

2 - Print page 1; ensure the settings are:

Paper size = A0
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait
Pages = Page 1 only

3 - Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

4 - Print the remaining pages

8” x 11.5” size paper

1. Open the 8.5” x 11” print file

2. Print page 1 only, ensure the settings are:

Paper size = 8.5” x 11” (Letter)
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait
Pages = Page 1 only

3. Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

4. Print the remaining pages and lay them out as required.

Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…
Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…
Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

5. Cut out the rectangles on each page

6. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

Match the diamonds along the edges for accurate alignment.

A4 size paper

1. Open the A4 print file

2. Print page 1 only, ensure the settings are:

Paper size = A4
Scale = Actual size (100%)
Layout = Portrait
Pages = Page 1 only

3. Measure the Thimball square

If incorrect, adjust the print settings until the square measures correct. If you’re having trouble printing accurately, we recommend using Adobe Acrobat Free Download

4. Print the remaining pages and lay them out as required.

Row 1 = A1, A2, A3…
Row 2 = B1, B2, B3…
Row 3 = C1, C2, C3…

5. Cut out the rectangles on each page

6. Arrange and tape the rectangles together

Match the diamonds along the edges for accurate alignment.

STEP 2

Round up your tools

Sewing machine
Iron and ironing board
Scissors
Tape
Pins
Fabric pen or chalk

STEP 3

Gather your materials

Fabric; we recommend knit fabrics such as Fleece, Velour, Rib Knit, French Terry or Jersey. We chose Fleece.
Drawstring: up to 2.25 yards
3/8 inch wide elastic: up to 2.5 yards

STEP 4

Cut out the paper pieces for your size

See step 3 images for size info.

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 pocket opening seams

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 8

Fold the pockets

STEP 9

Sew the pocket seams

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 10

Secure the pockets

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch

STEP 11

Sew the front seam

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 12

Sew the pocket seam allowance

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a basting stitch

STEP 13

Fold the pocket seam allowance

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a single-fold hem and finished it with a stretch stitch

STEP 14

Hem the pocket

There is 3/4 inch hem allowance
We chose a single-fold hem and finished it with a stretch stitch

STEP 15

Attach the pocket

We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch
Position as desired

STEP 16

Sew the back seam

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 17

Sew the inseam

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 18

Sew the outseams

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 19

Sew the cuff seam

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 20

Roll the cuffs

STEP 21

Attach the cuffs

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch

STEP 22

Sew the buttonholes

STEP 23

Sew the waistband seam

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch

STEP 24

Roll the waistband

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch

STEP 25

Sew the casings

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch
leave an 1 inch opening

STEP 26

Attach the waistband

Use 1/2 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch
Align the waistband seam with the outseam and the buttonholes to the center-front