Here's another free PDF sewing pattern for women. This is a pattern for vest (waistcoat) for women's bust sizes 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, and 44 inches (that is, sizes XS to XXL).
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This is the measurement chart I used to create this pattern. Please select your pattern size according to your bust size.
Seam and Hem Allowances:
Seam and hem allowances are included in the pattern.
Top's bodice part:
1/2 inch for the neck line, armhole, and the center front
1 inch for the sides
3/4 inch at the hemline
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How to Print and Assemble the PDF Pattern Pages:
Please use the below diagram as a guide to assemble the pattern pages:
Supplies Needed:
1. Fabric for the vest (light to medium weight fabric like cotton, linen, or wool)
2. Lining fabric (silk, polyester, or cotton lining)
3. Measuring tape
4. Matching thread
5. Buttons (1/2 inch wide)
6. Sewing machine
7. Scissors
8. Sewing pins
9. Fabric marker or pencil
10. Serger (optional)
11. Iron and ironing board
Cut out your pattern pieces for both the main fabric and the lining.
How to Sew?
1. Press the fabric to remove any wrinkles before you start sewing. Sew the side seams and shoulder seams of the vest, right sides together. Use a straight stitch and finish the seams with a zigzag stitch or serger to prevent fraying.
2. Sew the lining fabric the same way you did with the main fabric, assembling the lining by stitching the side seams and shoulder seams. Leave the hemline of the lining unstitched for now. You’ll hem the lining after the vest is attached.
3. Place the vest and lining pieces right sides together, aligning the shoulder and side seams. Pin the edges around the armholes, neck, and front opening. Sew the neckline and armholes together (main fabric and lining), leaving the bottom edge of the vest unsewn for now. Remember, you may need to trim the seams at the corners to reduce bulk.
4. Attaching the Hem and Final Details
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Tack the lining to the vest at the armholes and neckline, ensuring the lining stays in place. You can stitch it down by hand or use a machine with a blind hem stitch.
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Hem the bottom of the lining by folding it under and stitching it neatly into place.
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Sew on the buttonholes and attach the buttons at the appropriate spots.
5. Final Touches
Done!
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Happy sewing!
---Flora
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