The Beginner Series

Worker Trousers (Mens) | PDF Pattern

£14.00

Click here for the online workshop option (suitable for beginners & intermediate sewers).

Our best selling pattern is now available in a menswear cut! Comfortable, stylish and designed to stand the test of time, you'll be using high end finishing techniques to create a really long lasting pair of trousers.

Sizing: Sizes XS2 - XL3 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers (you will need extra focus for the fly area). If you're an ambitious beginner or tentative intermediate we recommend following our online workshop.

You can search instagram for customer makes with the hashtag #msworkertrousers

The Worker Trousers are a roomy and generous cut that should sit comfortably on the waist, feel slightly more roomy on the hips and even more roomy around the thighs.

Measurements in cms

XS2 | 32 Inches

Waistband - 69, Hip - 85, Total Rise - 55.5, Outside Leg - 100.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

XS1 | 34 Inches

Waistband - 74, Hip - 90, Total Rise - 57.5, Outside Leg - 101.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

XS | 36 Inches

Waistband - 79, Hip - 95, Total Rise - 59.5, Outside Leg - 102.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

S | 38 Inches

Waistband - 84, Hip - 100, Total Rise - 61.5, Outside Leg - 103.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

M | 40 Inches

Waistband - 89, Hip - 105, Total Rise - 63.5, Outside Leg - 104.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

L | 42 Inches

Waistband - 94, Hip - 110, Total Rise - 65.5, Outside Leg - 105.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

XL | 44 Inches

Waistband - 99, Hip - 115, Total Rise - 67.5, Outside Leg - 106.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

XL1 | 46 Inches

Waistband - 104, Hip - 120, Total Rise - 69.5, Outside Leg - 107.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

XL2 | 48 Inches

Waistband - 109, Hip - 125, Total Rise - 71.5, Outside Leg - 108.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

XL3 | 50 Inches

Waistband - 114, Hip - 130, Total Rise - 73.5, Outside Leg - 109.5, Inside Leg - 75.5

Construction techniques: Concealed button fly or zip fly with binding detailing, side pockets, patch pockets, flat felled seam, waistband & belt loops.

Suitable fabrics: The Worker Trouser works very well in structured heavy to mid weight twills, drills, denims and canvas fabrics. Lighter twills and denims are lovely in the summer and the lighter weight fabrics will give you a slightly looser fit. Before you start check you can easily sew through 5 layers of your chosen fabric.

Fabric requirements: Our lay-plans are always done on a single layer of fabric to reduce wastage.

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 200cm | Sizes L - XL3 = 230cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 220cm | Sizes L - XL3 = 230cm

Materials list: Self fabric, fabric for pocket bags & binding - a 40cm strip of lightweight cotton (any width of fabric), 4 x big buttons (around 2.5-3cm) or 1 x big button and 15cm zip, thread, about 40cm of good quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 24, A4/US Letter - 37, A0 - 2

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(Another) Worker Trouser Hack - How to add a pin tuck to your Worker Trousers

A Guide to Making Shorts - Make shorts from any 3 of our trouser patterns

Deep Dive: Worker Trousers - A closer look at our best selling pattern

The Ultimate Worker Trousers - A hack guide (cargo pant style)

Worker Shorts - A guide to making Worker Shorts

How to Add a Trouser Pleat - Make your own pleated pair of Workers

A Year of the Worker Trouser - Wonderful Workers from 2021!

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

After purchasing you'll find your PDF pattern download and any workshops in your account page. Simply log in (or create an account using the same email address used to purchase) and click the account button in the top right corner. The most up to date versions of the patterns will always be available from within your account. If any changes are made to the pattern or instructions you’ll receive an email notification.

How to print your pattern:

You have two options for printing out your pattern.

1. You can get it printed in A0 at a printing shop or sewing pattern company. Search for "sewing pattern printing company" to find a company that does this in your region.

2. Or you can print it yourself on a home printer in A4 or US Letter format and then tile the pages together using tape.

Using PDF layers:

All of our patterns come with PDF layers so you can select the sizes you want to view and print. To do this you’ll need a PDF viewer such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (this is free to download).

-

More details on printing, using PDF layers and general preparation tips can be found on the ‘Using Our Patterns’ document (download for free here). This document comes with all of our patterns.

Women's Body Measurements

Bust / Waist / Hip (based on standard UK measurements) - Measurements in cms

Size 4 - 75 / 59 / 83

Size 6 - 78 / 62 / 86

Size 8 - 81 / 65 / 89

Size 10 - 86 / 70 / 94

Size 12 - 91 / 75 / 99

Size 14 - 96 / 80 / 104

Size 16 - 101 / 85 / 109

Size 18 - 106 / 90 / 114

Size 20 - 111 / 95 / 119

Size 22 - 116 / 100 / 124

Size 24 - 121 / 105 / 129

Size 26 - 126 / 110 / 134

Size 28 - 131 / 115 / 139

Men's Body Measurements

Chest / Hip - Measurements in inches & cms

XS2 - 32/81, 24/61

XS1 - 34/86, 26/66

XS - 36/91, 30/76

S - 38/96, 32/81

M - 40/101, 32/81

L - 42/106, 34/86

XL - 44/111, 36/91

XL1 - 46/116, 38/96

XL2 - 48/121.5, 40/101

XL3 - 50/127, 42/106

Classic Shirt | PDF Pattern

£14.00

A timeless wardrobe staple, the Classic Shirt features traditional shirt making techniques with a chic, modern cut. It's our second best selling pattern (after the Worker Trousers) for its understated elegance and easy-to-wear feel.

Here at the Modern Sewing Co. we love shirt making. Once you've learnt the techniques to a high standard you can apply them again and again. If you're totally new to shirt making you might like to consider our Art of Shirt Making workshop bundle. Click through for more details on how find your feet with tailoring.

Sizing: UK Sizes 4 - 28 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers

You can search instagram for customer makes with the hashtag #msclassicshirt

The Classic Shirt is fitted on the shoulders and flows into an A-line shape with a deep scooped V-shape hem. It should feel neatly fitted but not tight or restricting.

Measurements in cms

UK 4 | US 0 | EU 32

Bust - 98, Shoulder to shoulder - 36.4, Length (side neck to hem) - 67, Sleeve length - 58.5

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Bust - 103, Shoulder to shoulder - 37.6, Length (side neck to hem) - 67.6, Sleeve length - 59

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Bust - 108, Shoulder to shoulder - 38.8, Length (side neck to hem) - 68.2, Sleeve length - 59.5

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Bust - 113, Shoulder to shoulder - 40, Length (side neck to hem) - 68.8, Sleeve length - 60

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Bust - 118, Shoulder to shoulder - 41.2, Length (side neck to hem) - 69.4, Sleeve length - 60.5

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Bust - 123, Shoulder to shoulder - 42.4, Length (side neck to hem) - 70, Sleeve length - 61

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Bust - 128, Shoulder to shoulder - 43.6, Length (side neck to hem) - 70.6, Sleeve length - 61.5

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Bust - 133, Shoulder to shoulder - 44.8, Length (side neck to hem) - 71.3, Sleeve length - 62

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Bust - 139, Shoulder to shoulder - 46, Length (side neck to hem) - 72, Sleeve length - 62.5

UK 22 | US 18 | EU 50

Bust - 145, Shoulder to shoulder - 47.2, Length (side neck to hem) - 72.7, Sleeve length - 63

UK 24 | US 20 | EU 52

Bust - 151, Shoulder to shoulder - 48.4, Length (side neck to hem) - 73.4, Sleeve length - 63.5

UK 26 | US 22 | EU 54

Bust - 157, Shoulder to shoulder - 49.6, Length (side neck to hem) - 74.1, Sleeve length - 64

UK 28 | US 24 | EU 56

Bust - 163, Shoulder to shoulder - 50.8, Length (side neck to hem) - 74.8, Sleeve length - 64.5

Construction techniques: Classic collar & collar stand, placket & cuffs, french seam, eased sleeve head and double shoulder yoke. You will have the option of finishing the hem with a flat binding or a standard double fold hem.

Suitable fabrics: The Classic Shirt works best in a lightweight, breathable fabrics that have a bit of flexibility. You can choose fabrics suitable for warm or cold weather but it’s a good idea to choose something that will be soft next to the skin. Fabrics such as cotton poplin/lawn, linen, very lightweight denim, needlecord, lightweight twill and flannel are all suitable.

If you’re choosing a stripey fabric you can play with the direction of the stripe on the collar, back yoke, cuffs and plackets.

Fabric requirements: Our lay-plans are always done on a single layer of fabric to reduce wastage.

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 170cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 200cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 210cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 210cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 265cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 290cm

Materials list: Fabric, 9 x small buttons (about 1cm wide), thread, about 40cm of high quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 18, A4/US Letter - 42, A0 - 2

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Deep Dive: The Classic Shirt - A closer look at one of our best sellers

Frill Collar Hack - How to add a frill collar to a shirt

Jet Pocket Hack - How to add a jet pocket to your shirt

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

After purchasing you'll find your PDF pattern download and any workshops in your account page. Simply log in (or create an account using the same email address used to purchase) and click the account button in the top right corner. The most up to date versions of the patterns will always be available from within your account. If any changes are made to the pattern or instructions you’ll receive an email notification.

How to print your pattern:

You have two options for printing out your pattern.

1. You can get it printed in A0 at a printing shop or sewing pattern company. Search for "sewing pattern printing company" to find a company that does this in your region.

2. Or you can print it yourself on a home printer in A4 or US Letter format and then tile the pages together using tape.

Using PDF layers:

All of our patterns come with PDF layers so you can select the sizes you want to view and print. To do this you’ll need a PDF viewer such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (this is free to download).

-

More details on printing, using PDF layers and general preparation tips can be found on the ‘Using Our Patterns’ document (download for free here). This document comes with all of our patterns.

Women's Body Measurements

Bust / Waist / Hip (based on standard UK measurements) - Measurements in cms

Size 4 - 75 / 59 / 83

Size 6 - 78 / 62 / 86

Size 8 - 81 / 65 / 89

Size 10 - 86 / 70 / 94

Size 12 - 91 / 75 / 99

Size 14 - 96 / 80 / 104

Size 16 - 101 / 85 / 109

Size 18 - 106 / 90 / 114

Size 20 - 111 / 95 / 119

Size 22 - 116 / 100 / 124

Size 24 - 121 / 105 / 129

Size 26 - 126 / 110 / 134

Size 28 - 131 / 115 / 139

Men's Body Measurements

Chest / Hip - Measurements in inches & cms

XS2 - 32/81, 24/61

XS1 - 34/86, 26/66

XS - 36/91, 30/76

S - 38/96, 32/81

M - 40/101, 32/81

L - 42/106, 34/86

XL - 44/111, 36/91

XL1 - 46/116, 38/96

XL2 - 48/121.5, 40/101

XL3 - 50/127, 42/106

Worker Trousers (Womens) | PDF Pattern

£14.00

Click here for the online workshop option (suitable for beginners & intermediate sewers).

Our Worker Trousers are the ultimate everyday trouser and our best selling pattern. They are supremely practical with hundreds of you saying they're your comfiest trousers yet. Designed to stand the test of time, you'll be using high end finishing techniques to create a really long lasting pair of trousers.

Sizing: UK Sizes 4 - 28 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers (you will need extra focus for the fly area). If you're an ambitious beginner or tentative intermediate we recommend following our online workshop.

You can search instagram for customer makes with the hashtag #msworkertrousers

The Worker Trousers are slightly lower on the high waisted spectrum, sitting comfortably above the hip but not too high up the waist. They are cut to fit neatly on the body & hips and then flare slightly on the thigh and taper in again at the ankle.

(Measurements in cm)

UK 4 | US 0 | EU 32

Waist - 63.7, Hip - 91.5, Total rise (without waistband) - 55.5, Outside leg - 96

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Waist - 66, Hip - 94, Total rise (without waistband) - 57.3, Outside leg - 96.5

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Waist - 71, Hip - 99, Total rise (without waistband) - 59.5, Outside leg - 97

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Waist - 76, Hip - 104, Total rise (without waistband) - 61.7, Outside leg - 97.5

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Waist - 81, Hip - 109, Total rise (without waistband) - 63.9, Outside leg - 98

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Waist - 86, Hip - 114, Total rise (without waistband) - 66.1, Outside leg - 98.5

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Waist - 91, Hip - 119, Total rise (without waistband) - 68.3, Outside leg - 99

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Waist - 96, Hip - 124, Total rise (without waistband) - 70.9, Outside leg - 99.5

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Waist - 101, Hip - 129, Total rise (without waistband) - 73.7, Outside leg - 100

UK 22 | US 18 | EU 50

Waist - 106, Hip - 134, Total rise (without waistband) - 76.5, Outside leg - 100.5

UK 24 | US 20 | EU 52

Waist - 111, Hip - 139, Total rise (without waistband) - 79.3, Outside leg - 101

UK 26 | US 22 | EU 54

Waist - 116, Hip - 144, Total rise (without waistband) - 82.1, Outside leg - 101.5

UK 28 | US 24 | EU 56

Waist - 121, Hip - 149, Total rise (without waistband) - 84.9, Outside leg - 102

Construction techniques: Concealed button fly or zip fly with binding detailing, side pockets, patch pockets, flat felled seam, waistband & belt loops.

Suitable fabrics: The Worker Trouser works very well in structured heavy to mid weight twills, drills, denims and canvas fabrics. Lighter twills and denims are lovely in the summer and the lighter weight fabrics will give you a slightly looser fit. Before you start check you can easily sew through 5 layers of your chosen fabric.

Fabric requirements: Our lay-plans are always done on a single layer of fabric to reduce wastage.

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 135cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 190cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 230cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 210cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 215cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 230cm

Materials list: Self fabric, fabric for pocket bags & binding - a 40cm strip of lightweight cotton (any width of fabric), 4 x big buttons (around 2.5-3cm) or 1 x big button and 15cm zip, thread, about 40cm of good quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 26, A4/US Letter - 34, A0 - 2

We send out 'deep dives' and hack ideas to our subscribers and then we save them on our blog to refer back to. If you'd like to receive these ideas to your inbox then make sure you're subscribed. You can sign up from our home page.

(Another) Worker Trouser Hack - How to add a pin tuck to your Worker Trousers

A Guide to Making Shorts - Make shorts from any 3 of our trouser patterns

Deep Dive: Worker Trousers - A closer look at our best selling pattern

The Ultimate Worker Trousers - A hack guide (cargo pant style)

Worker Shorts - A guide to making Worker Shorts

How to Add a Trouser Pleat - Make your own pleated pair of Workers

A Year of the Worker Trouser - Wonderful Workers from 2021!

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

After purchasing you'll find your PDF pattern download and any workshops in your account page. Simply log in (or create an account using the same email address used to purchase) and click the account button in the top right corner. The most up to date versions of the patterns will always be available from within your account. If any changes are made to the pattern or instructions you’ll receive an email notification.

How to print your pattern:

You have two options for printing out your pattern.

1. You can get it printed in A0 at a printing shop or sewing pattern company. Search for "sewing pattern printing company" to find a company that does this in your region.

2. Or you can print it yourself on a home printer in A4 or US Letter format and then tile the pages together using tape.

Using PDF layers:

All of our patterns come with PDF layers so you can select the sizes you want to view and print. To do this you’ll need a PDF viewer such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (this is free to download).

-

More details on printing, using PDF layers and general preparation tips can be found on the ‘Using Our Patterns’ document (download for free here). This document comes with all of our patterns.

Women's Body Measurements

Bust / Waist / Hip (based on standard UK measurements) - Measurements in cms

Size 4 - 75 / 59 / 83

Size 6 - 78 / 62 / 86

Size 8 - 81 / 65 / 89

Size 10 - 86 / 70 / 94

Size 12 - 91 / 75 / 99

Size 14 - 96 / 80 / 104

Size 16 - 101 / 85 / 109

Size 18 - 106 / 90 / 114

Size 20 - 111 / 95 / 119

Size 22 - 116 / 100 / 124

Size 24 - 121 / 105 / 129

Size 26 - 126 / 110 / 134

Size 28 - 131 / 115 / 139

Men's Body Measurements

Chest / Hip - Measurements in inches & cms

XS2 - 32/81, 24/61

XS1 - 34/86, 26/66

XS - 36/91, 30/76

S - 38/96, 32/81

M - 40/101, 32/81

L - 42/106, 34/86

XL - 44/111, 36/91

XL1 - 46/116, 38/96

XL2 - 48/121.5, 40/101

XL3 - 50/127, 42/106

Jaime Jacket | PDF Pattern

£14.00

The Jaime Jacket is a casual menswear piece designed to feel quietly smart and easy to wear. It may look simple but it’s full of carefully considered features to elevate it from other ‘over shirt’ style jackets.

The cut features a curved yoke that flows straight into the under sleeve seam which turns into a slit opening at the cuff. This flowing seam travels from cuff to cuff with a wide run & fell seam. The front pockets have a dual opening and the back loop is on the outside of the jacket to create a unique and subtle design detail.

Sizing: Mens sizes XS2 - XL3 / Women's sizes 4 - 20 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers.

You can search instagram for customer makes with the hashtag #msjaimejacket

The Jaime Jacket is cut to be relaxed but not oversized. Selecting your ‘true size’ will give you a jacket that fits like an over shirt. If you prefer to have more room around the shoulders and chest to layer with thicker jumpers, or if you have a very thick or sturdy fabric we recommend sizing up. We recommend paying attention to the shoulder and sleeve measurements - the pattern comes with 3 sleeve length options so you can choose the right length for you.

Measurements in CMs (more in depth measurements with pattern)

XS2 | 32 Inches

Chest - 89, Hip - 95, Shoulder to Shoulder - 41.6

XS1 | 34 Inches

Chest - 94, Hip - 100, Shoulder to Shoulder - 42.8

XS | 36 Inches

Chest - 99, Hip - 105, Shoulder to Shoulder - 44

S | 38 Inches

Chest - 104, Hip - 110, Shoulder to Shoulder - 45.2

M | 40 Inches

Chest - 109, Hip - 115, Shoulder to Shoulder - 46.4

L | 42 Inches

Chest - 114, Hip - 120, Shoulder to Shoulder - 47.6

XL | 44 Inches

Chest - 119, Hip - 125, Shoulder to Shoulder - 48.8

XL1 | 46 Inches

Chest - 124, Hip - 130, Shoulder to Shoulder - 50

XL2 | 48 Inches

Chest - 129, Hip - 135, Shoulder to Shoulder - 51.2

XL3 | 50 Inches

Chest - 134, Hip - 140, Shoulder to Shoulder - 52.4

Construction techniques: Double entrance pockets, run & fell seams, cuff slit opening, single back yoke, back neck loop, collar, neck facing, inserting sleeves, buttons & button holes and a standard hem.

Suitable fabrics: The Jaime Jacket works well in traditional jacket fabrics such as denim, canvas or twill/drill, corduroy, waxed cotton, or lightweight wool.

Fabric requirements: Our lay-plans are always done on a single layer of fabric to reduce wastage.

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 175cm | Sizes M - XL3 = 200cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 230cm | Sizes M - XL3 = 270cm

Materials list: Fabric, 7 x buttons (about 2-3cm wide), thread, about 60cm of high quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 17, A4/US Letter - 60, A0 - 3

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Introducing: The Jaime Jacket

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

After purchasing you'll find your PDF pattern download and any workshops in your account page. Simply log in (or create an account using the same email address used to purchase) and click the account button in the top right corner. The most up to date versions of the patterns will always be available from within your account. If any changes are made to the pattern or instructions you’ll receive an email notification.

How to print your pattern:

You have two options for printing out your pattern.

1. You can get it printed in A0 at a printing shop or sewing pattern company. Search for "sewing pattern printing company" to find a company that does this in your region.

2. Or you can print it yourself on a home printer in A4 or US Letter format and then tile the pages together using tape.

Using PDF layers:

All of our patterns come with PDF layers so you can select the sizes you want to view and print. To do this you’ll need a PDF viewer such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (this is free to download).

-

More details on printing, using PDF layers and general preparation tips can be found on the ‘Using Our Patterns’ document (download for free here). This document comes with all of our patterns.

Women's Body Measurements

Bust / Waist / Hip (based on standard UK measurements) - Measurements in cms

Size 4 - 75 / 59 / 83

Size 6 - 78 / 62 / 86

Size 8 - 81 / 65 / 89

Size 10 - 86 / 70 / 94

Size 12 - 91 / 75 / 99

Size 14 - 96 / 80 / 104

Size 16 - 101 / 85 / 109

Size 18 - 106 / 90 / 114

Size 20 - 111 / 95 / 119

Size 22 - 116 / 100 / 124

Size 24 - 121 / 105 / 129

Size 26 - 126 / 110 / 134

Size 28 - 131 / 115 / 139

Men's Body Measurements

Chest / Hip - Measurements in inches & cms

XS2 - 32/81, 24/61

XS1 - 34/86, 26/66

XS - 36/91, 30/76

S - 38/96, 32/81

M - 40/101, 32/81

L - 42/106, 34/86

XL - 44/111, 36/91

XL1 - 46/116, 38/96

XL2 - 48/121.5, 40/101

XL3 - 50/127, 42/106

Celia Dress | PDF Pattern

£14.00

The Celia Dress is a timeless design with hints of tailoring and an easy going feel. You'll have a huge amount of flexibility with fabric choice for this dress depending on the intended feel. You could opt for silk for a smart occasion, denim for a cool and casual feel or even a light wool weave for cosy winter wearing.

Sizing: Sizes 4 - 28 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers

You can search instagram for customer makes with the hashtag #msceliadress

The Celia Dress is fitted on the shoulders and features an a-line cut with plenty of room for comfort and movement. The shape is forgiving from the bust down so it’s just about making sure the bust and shoulders feel good. The two-piece sleeve is three-quarter-length and the style comes with an optional belt.

Measurements in cm

UK 4 | US 0 | EU 32

Bust - 102, Length (side neck to hem) - 127.7, Sleeve - 42.7

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Bust - 105, Length (side neck to hem) - 128.2, Sleeve - 43.1

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Bust - 107, Length (side neck to hem) - 128.7, Sleeve - 43.5

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Bust - 112, Length (side neck to hem) - 129.3, Sleeve - 44

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Bust - 117, Length (side neck to hem) - 129.9, Sleeve - 44.5

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Bust - 122, Length (side neck to hem) - 130.5, Sleeve - 45

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Bust - 127, Length (side neck to hem) - 131.1, Sleeve - 45.5

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Bust - 132, Length (side neck to hem) - 131.8, Sleeve - 46

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Bust - 137, Length (side neck to hem) - 132.5, Sleeve - 46.5

UK 22 | US 18 | EU 50

Bust - 142, Length (side neck to hem) - 133.1, Sleeve - 47

UK 24 | US 20 | EU 52

Bust - 147, Length (side neck to hem) - 133.7, Sleeve - 47.5

UK 26 | US 22 | EU 54

Bust - 152, Length (side neck to hem) - 134.3, Sleeve - 48

UK 28 | US 24 | EU 56

Bust - 157, Length (side neck to hem) - 135, Sleeve - 48.5

Construction techniques: Collar & facings, side pockets, gathering details, double yoke and a two-piece sleeve.

Suitable fabrics: Light/mid weight cottons and linens work well, tencels, silks or something heavier such as denims, corduroys or wool suiting

Fabric requirements: Our lay-plans are always done on a single layer of fabric to reduce wastage.

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 260cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 280cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 320cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 320cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 370cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 440cm

Materials list: Fabric, 7 x buttons (about 1.5cm wide), thread, 1 metre of high quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 13, A4/US Letter - 51, A0 - 3

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Celia Dress: The Dropped Waist Hack - Adding a dropped wait skirt to the Celia Dress

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

After purchasing you'll find your PDF pattern download and any workshops in your account page. Simply log in (or create an account using the same email address used to purchase) and click the account button in the top right corner. The most up to date versions of the patterns will always be available from within your account. If any changes are made to the pattern or instructions you’ll receive an email notification.

How to print your pattern:

You have two options for printing out your pattern.

1. You can get it printed in A0 at a printing shop or sewing pattern company. Search for "sewing pattern printing company" to find a company that does this in your region.

2. Or you can print it yourself on a home printer in A4 or US Letter format and then tile the pages together using tape.

Using PDF layers:

All of our patterns come with PDF layers so you can select the sizes you want to view and print. To do this you’ll need a PDF viewer such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (this is free to download).

-

More details on printing, using PDF layers and general preparation tips can be found on the ‘Using Our Patterns’ document (download for free here). This document comes with all of our patterns.

Women's Body Measurements

Bust / Waist / Hip (based on standard UK measurements) - Measurements in cms

Size 4 - 75 / 59 / 83

Size 6 - 78 / 62 / 86

Size 8 - 81 / 65 / 89

Size 10 - 86 / 70 / 94

Size 12 - 91 / 75 / 99

Size 14 - 96 / 80 / 104

Size 16 - 101 / 85 / 109

Size 18 - 106 / 90 / 114

Size 20 - 111 / 95 / 119

Size 22 - 116 / 100 / 124

Size 24 - 121 / 105 / 129

Size 26 - 126 / 110 / 134

Size 28 - 131 / 115 / 139

Men's Body Measurements

Chest / Hip - Measurements in inches & cms

XS2 - 32/81, 24/61

XS1 - 34/86, 26/66

XS - 36/91, 30/76

S - 38/96, 32/81

M - 40/101, 32/81

L - 42/106, 34/86

XL - 44/111, 36/91

XL1 - 46/116, 38/96

XL2 - 48/121.5, 40/101

XL3 - 50/127, 42/106

Boatneck Top | PDF Pattern

£12.50

The Boatneck Top is a wardrobe basic that’s designed to be useful for all 12 months of the year. It’s the perfect piece to comfortably layer under knits in winter or wear on it’s own in warmer months. It is a simple piece to make which means it’s a great project for beginners.

Sizing: UK Sizes 4 - 28 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Suitable for beginners and early makers.

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This pattern is a fitted jersey piece and it should feel like a second skin. The neck line is high and wide (giving it its ‘boatneck’ name) and the rest of the garment is fitted, from the shoulders to the sleeves and body. The sleeves are slightly cropped to sit above the wrist and the body length sits just on the hips.

Measurements in cm

UK 4 | US 0 | EU 32

Bust - 71, Waist, - 67, Shoulder to shoulder - 30

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Bust - 76, Waist, - 72, Shoulder to shoulder - 32

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Bust - 81, Waist, - 77, Shoulder to shoulder - 35

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Bust - 86, Waist, - 82, Shoulder to shoulder - 37

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Bust - 91, Waist, - 87, Shoulder to shoulder - 39

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Bust - 96, Waist, - 92, Shoulder to shoulder - 42

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Bust - 101, Waist, - 97, Shoulder to shoulder - 44

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Bust - 106, Waist, - 102, Shoulder to shoulder - 47

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Bust - 111, Waist, - 107, Shoulder to shoulder - 49

UK 22 | US 18 | EU 50

Bust - 116, Waist, - 112, Shoulder to shoulder - 51

UK 24 | US 20 | EU 52

Bust - 121, Waist, - 117, Shoulder to shoulder - 54

UK 26 | US 22 | EU 54

Bust - 126, Waist, - 122, Shoulder to shoulder - 56

UK 28 | US 24 | EU 56

Bust - 131, Waist, - 127, Shoulder to shoulder - 59

Construction techniques: Simple stretch stitch seams and a small amount of topstitching

Suitable fabrics: The Boatneck Top is a fitted jersey pattern which means it needs to be paired with a stretchy fabric. You can use a jersey with an elastane blend or a fabric knitted with plenty of stretch. For a wearable wardrobe basic we recommend using a lovely lightweight jersey in a fibre of your choice.

Fabric requirements: Our lay-plans are always done on a single layer of fabric to reduce wastage.

Self Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 100cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 120cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 125cm

Self Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 120cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 125cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 150cm

Materials list: Self Fabric (see above), 1 x spool of thread or 4 spools if you're using an overlocker

Pages to print: Instructions - 8, A4/US Letter - 30, A0 - 2

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

After purchasing you'll find your PDF pattern download and any workshops in your account page. Simply log in (or create an account using the same email address used to purchase) and click the account button in the top right corner. The most up to date versions of the patterns will always be available from within your account. If any changes are made to the pattern or instructions you’ll receive an email notification.

How to print your pattern:

You have two options for printing out your pattern.

1. You can get it printed in A0 at a printing shop or sewing pattern company. Search for "sewing pattern printing company" to find a company that does this in your region.

2. Or you can print it yourself on a home printer in A4 or US Letter format and then tile the pages together using tape.

Using PDF layers:

All of our patterns come with PDF layers so you can select the sizes you want to view and print. To do this you’ll need a PDF viewer such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (this is free to download).

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More details on printing, using PDF layers and general preparation tips can be found on the ‘Using Our Patterns’ document (download for free here). This document comes with all of our patterns.

Women's Body Measurements

Bust / Waist / Hip (based on standard UK measurements) - Measurements in cms

Size 4 - 75 / 59 / 83

Size 6 - 78 / 62 / 86

Size 8 - 81 / 65 / 89

Size 10 - 86 / 70 / 94

Size 12 - 91 / 75 / 99

Size 14 - 96 / 80 / 104

Size 16 - 101 / 85 / 109

Size 18 - 106 / 90 / 114

Size 20 - 111 / 95 / 119

Size 22 - 116 / 100 / 124