STEP 1

Print the pattern

Follow the instructions for your paper size below:

36” x 48” 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 Rib Knit, 2-way stretch Knits, Jersey, Athletic Knits or Ponte knit. We chose Rib Knit.

  • 1/2 inch wide elastic: up to 1.25 yards

  • Thread

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 cut & sew panel 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

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 9

Sew the cut & sew panel 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

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 11

Sew the inseams

  • 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 outseams

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 13

Hem the bottom

  • There is 1 inch hem allowance

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

STEP 14

Create the waistband

  • Use 1/2 inch seam allowance

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

STEP 15

Create the casing

  • Use 1 inch allowance

  • We chose to add first stretch stitch 1 inch from edge; second stretch stitch 1/4 inch from edge

STEP 16

Insert the elastic

  • We chose to fit to body and trim if needed

STEP 17

Turn the waistband

STEP 18

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

COMPLETE

You did it!

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