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Over Shirt PDF Pattern

Regular price £12.50 Save £-12.50

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

The Over Shirt is a classic worker wear jacket and an incredibly useful wardrobe layer. It features our favourite shirt making techniques and the possibilities for adding your own personal twist are endless (we've seen patchwork jackets, short sleeve hacks, long versions and many pocket variations). We think it's one of the most satisfying pieces to make in our range and you'll be using some really nice sewing techniques.

Sizing: UK Sizes 6 - 28 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers. 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 #msovershirt

The Over Shirt is a forgiving shape in terms of fit with dropped shoulders, a roomy square silhoette and a cropped length (finishing just on the hips).

(Measurements in cm)

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Bust - 109cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 58.1cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 66.8cm

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Bust - 111.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 58.4cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 67.7cm

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Bust - 116.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 59cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 68.5cm

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Bust - 121.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 59.6cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 69.3cm

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Bust - 126.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 60.2cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 70.1cm

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Bust - 131.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 60.8cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 70.9cm

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Bust - 137.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 61.5cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 71.9cm

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Bust - 143.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 62.2cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 72.8cm

UK 22 | US 18 | EU 50

Bust - 149.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 62.9cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 73.8cm

UK 24 | US 20 | EU 52

Bust - 155.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 63.7cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 74.7cm

UK 26 | US 22 | EU 54

Bust - 161.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 64.4cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 75.7cm

UK 28 | US 24 | EU 56

Bust - 167.6cm, Length (side neck to hem) - 65.1cm, Sleeve (neck to cuff) - 76.6cm

Construction techniques: Run & fell seams, placket & cuff, collar & collar stand, double yoke and patch pockets

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics such as denims, twills, canvas, corduroy, needlecord, light woollen weave, flannel, brushed cotton and even lighter fabrics like cotton poplin/lawn, linen.

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

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 140cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 160cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 170cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 190cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 240cm | Sizes 18 - 28 = 250cm

Materials list: Fabric, 8 x medium buttons (around 1.5cm), 2 x smaller buttons (for the plackets), thread, about 40cm of good quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 17, A4/US Letter - 37, A0 - 2

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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

Unisex 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

Unisex Shirt PDF Pattern

Regular price £12.50 Save £-12.50

The Unisex Shirt is a classic men’s shirt that has been slightly modified to accommodate the curves of a female body. It sits broader on the shoulder than the Classic Shirt and generally has a leaner silhouette.

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

Skill level: Intermediate sewers. This piece is constructed almost identically to the Over Shirt which is why the Art of Shirt Making workshop is a great option.

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

This is a classic style shirt with a neat but fairly broad shoulder and a very straight torso. Instead of narrowing towards the hips like typically male shaped cuts, there is slightly more room to accommodate the wider hip of more female body shapes. This pattern comes with 3 different sleeve length options.

Measurements in cms

XS2 | 32 Inches

Chest - 90, Collar - 36, Length - 72, Sleeve 1 - 63.5, Sleeve 2 - 58.5, Sleeve 3 - 53.5

XS1 | 34 Inches

Chest - 95, Collar - 37.5, Length - 72.6, Sleeve 1 - 64, Sleeve 2 - 59, Sleeve 3 - 54

XS | 36 Inches

Chest - 100, Collar - 39.2, Length - 73.2, Sleeve 1 - 64.5, Sleeve 2 - 59.5, Sleeve 3 - 54.5

S | 38 Inches

Chest - 105, Collar - 40.8, Length - 73.8, Sleeve 1 - 65, Sleeve 2 - 60, Sleeve 3 - 55

M | 40 Inches

Chest - 110, Collar - 42.4, Length - 74.4, Sleeve 1 - 65.5, Sleeve 2 - 60.5, Sleeve 3 - 55.5

L | 42 Inches

Chest - 115, Collar - 44, Length - 75, Sleeve 1 - 66, Sleeve 2 - 61, Sleeve 3 - 56

XL | 44 Inches

Chest - 120, Collar - 45.6, Length - 75.6, Sleeve 1 - 66.5, Sleeve 2 - 61.5, Sleeve 3 - 56.5

XL1 | 46 Inches

Chest - 126, Collar - 47.3, Length - 76.3, Sleeve 1 - 67.1, Sleeve 2 - 62, Sleeve 3 - 57.1

XL2 | 48 Inches

Chest - 132, Collar - 49, Length - 77, Sleeve 1 - 67.7, Sleeve 2 - 62.5, Sleeve 3 - 57.7

XL3 | 50 Inches

Chest - 138, Collar - 50.7, Length - 77.7, Sleeve 1 - 68.3, Sleeve 2 - 63, Sleeve 3 - 58.3

Construction techniques: Classic collar & collar stand, placket & cuffs, double shoulder yoke, run & fell seam, inserting sleeve head with ease, patch pockets & standard hem.

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics such as denims, twills, canvas, corduroy, needlecord, light woollen weave, flannel and brushed cotton along with lighter fabrics like cotton poplin/lawn, linen.

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

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 140cm | Sizes M - XL3 = 180cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes XS2 - M = 190cm | Sizes M - XL3 = 250cm

Materials list: Fabric, 13 x small buttons (about 1cm wide), thread, about 40cm of high quality fusing

Pages to print: Instructions - 18, A4/US Letter - 51, A0 - 3

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

The Perfect Chore Shirt - A twist on the Unisex Shirt

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

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

Unisex 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

Potters Jacket PDF Pattern

Regular price £15.00 Save £-15.00

The Potters Jacket is the ultimate classic jacket which works well in a variety of fabrics and is designed to be useful all year round. Opt for wools and waxed cottons for winter versions or denims and twills for summer.

Sizing: Sizes 6 - 20 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate sewers (you'll need extra focus for the welt pockets)

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

Click here to download our free gusset hack pocket instructions (as shown in the product photos and on instagram).

The Potters Jacket is a neat fit with full length sleeves and straight body shape. If you're sewing this piece in wool you might consider a size up to allow for bulky winter layering.

(Measurements in cm)

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Bust - 78, Shoulder Length - 11.7, Sleeve Length - 60.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 67.2

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Bust - 81, Shoulder Length - 12, Sleeve Length - 61, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 67.5

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Bust - 86, Shoulder Length - 12.3, Sleeve Length - 61.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 68

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Bust - 91, Shoulder Length - 12.6, Sleeve Length - 62, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 68.5

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Bust - 96, Shoulder Length - 12.9, Sleeve Length - 62.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) -69

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Bust - 101, Shoulder Length - 13.2, Sleeve Length - 63, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 69.5

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Bust - 116, Shoulder Length - 13.5, Sleeve Length - 63.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 70

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Bust - 121, Shoulder Length - 13.8, Sleeve Length - 64, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 70.5

Construction techniques: Welt pockets, 2-piece sleeve, collar & facing and a full lining.

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics, from wools and wax cottons to heavy cottons & linens. You can always leave summer variations of this jacket unlined.

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

Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 150cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 200cm

Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 225cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 265cm

Lining width 150cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 135cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 135cm

Lining width 110cm | Sizes 6 - 12 = 155cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 185cm

Materials list: Fabric, lining fabric, 5 x medium buttons (around 2.5-3cm), thread, about 40cm of good quality fusing (if you're choosing to make in wool you might like to piece fuse both front pieces - for this you'll need 1m of good quality woven fusing)

Pages to print: Instructions - 22, A4/US Letter - 68, A0 - 3

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

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

Unisex 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

Darcy Coat PDF Pattern

Regular price £15.00 Save £-15.00

The Darcy Coat is an elegant and comfortable coat that is designed for throwing over any outfit. Whether you're wearing chunky winter layers or a simple summer outfit, the Darcy Coat will drape over the top and work with your body not against it.

You can create winter or summer versions which can be lined or unlined (you will receive instructions for both options). You can also choose between welt pockets or patch pockets depending on your skill level and your intended style for the piece. This is the probably the most complex make in our range but it is well worth the effort.

Sizing: Sizes 4 - 28 (with PDF Layers)

Skill level: Intermediate / advanced sewers (there are design options for first time coat makers and also experienced sewers)

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

The Darcy Coat is very oversized and roomy with plenty of room for thick layers to be worn underneath. Due to the amount of volume it’s best to size down if you’re in-between sizes.

(Measurements in cm)

UK 4 | US 0 | EU 32

Bust - 110, Shoulder Length - 20.7, Sleeve Length - 52.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 1 14.1

UK 6 | US 2 | EU 34

Bust - 115, Shoulder Length - 21.3, Sleeve Length - 52.7, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 114.6

UK 8 | US 4 | EU 36

Bust - 120, Shoulder Length - 21.9, Sleeve Length - 52.9, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 115.1

UK 10 | US 6 | EU 38

Bust - 125, Shoulder Length - 22.5, Sleeve Length - 53.1, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 115.6

UK 12 | US 8 | EU 40

Bust - 130, Shoulder Length - 23.1, Sleeve Length - 53.3, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 116.1

UK 14 | US 10 | EU 42

Bust - 135, Shoulder Length - 23.7, Sleeve Length - 53.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 116.6

UK 16 | US 12 | EU 44

Bust - 140, Shoulder Length - 24.3, Sleeve Length - 53.7, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 117.1

UK 18 | US 14 | EU 46

Bust - 145, Shoulder Length - 24.9, Sleeve Length - 53.9, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 117.6

UK 20 | US 16 | EU 48

Bust - 150, Shoulder Length - 25.5, Sleeve Length - 54.1, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 118.1

UK 22 | US 18 | EU 50

Bust - 155, Shoulder Length - 26.1, Sleeve Length - 54.3, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 118.6

UK 24 | US 20 | EU 52

Bust - 160, Shoulder Length - 26.7, Sleeve Length - 54.5, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 119.1

UK 26 | US 22 | EU 54

Bust - 165, Shoulder Length - 27.3, Sleeve Length - 54.7, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 119.6

UK 28 | US 24 | EU 56

Bust - 170, Shoulder Length - 27.9, Sleeve Length - 54.9, Length (Side Neck to Hem) - 120.1

Suitable fabrics: This piece works in a huge range of fabrics, from wools and wax cottons to heavy cottons & linens. The instructions come with full details of fabric options along with recommended finishings.

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

SELF - Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 275cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 310cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 340cm

SELF - Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 375cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 410cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 485cm

LINING - Fabric width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 230cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 240cm | Sizes 22 - 28 = 245 cm

LINING - Fabric width 110cm | Sizes 4 - 12 = 345cm | Sizes 14 - 20 = 350cm

| Sizes 22 - 28 = 355cm

FUSING - Width 150cm | Sizes 4 - 28 = 125 cm

FUSING - Width 90cm | Sizes 4 - 14 = 165cm

| Sizes 16 - 28 = 175cm

Materials list: Fabric, lining fabric, good quality iron on fusing, 12 x buttons or snaps , thread

Pages to print: Instructions - 32, A4/US Letter - 100, A0 - 5

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

The Perfect Chore Shirt - A twist on the Unisex Shirt

Where to find your patterns & workshops:

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