Description
** PDF SEWING PATTERN: This is a PDF sewing pattern download which includes the sewing instructions, cutting instructions and templates required to make this garment. The printing required for this pattern are the templates on two A4 pages, the instructions can be viewed as a PDF on a screen, or printed out on a home printer. **
This sewing pattern uses zero waste pattern cutting and is designed to fit on a particular size fabric. It comprises of instructions showing you how to draw shapes directly onto your fabric, leaving no waste. With the exception of some small templates to aid in the cutting process, no large paper pattern pieces are required. See the bottom of this description for more information about this method of garment making.
Sewing Level: Confident Beginner
The Zero Waste (ZW) Frill Sleeve Top is an oversized relaxed fit top with 3 size options suitable for different fabric widths. It has a gathered sleeve, side splits, and a boat neck with an internal binding finish. The sleeve length changes depending on the fabric width and garment size you choose.
Recommended Tools
Sewing machine, iron, chalk or dissolvable pen, scissors, large right angle ruler and/or long straight ruler.
Techniques Used
Binding. Gathers. Split with facing.
PDF Pattern/Instruction Booklet: Includes measurements in both metric (centimetres) and US imperial (inches). Booklet/Templates are printable on both A4 or US Letter Paper size.
Size chart:
This pattern is a relaxed fit with 3 size options, the body size can also be adjusted easily to your own preference. The pattern includes instructions for all sizes:
Size XS-M (EU 36 - 40)
Size L-2XL (EU 42 - 46)
Size 3XL-6XL (EU 48 - 52)
*Please note the sleeve length on this pattern varies depending on the fabric width and size you choose, check the instruction booklet for detailed measurements. The body length can also be adjusted to your preference.
SIZE CHART SIZE XS-M: Maximum Bust/Hip 102cm/40"
SIZE CHART SIZE L-2XL: Maximum Bust/Hip 126cm/50"
SIZE CHART SIZE 3XL-6XL: Maximum Bust/Hip 150cm/59"
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS SIZE XS-M
-Body Length, shoulder to hem: 55 cm / 21.5 inches
-Body circumference: 112cm / 44 inches
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS SIZE L-2XL
-Body Length, shoulder to hem: 50 cm / 23.5 inches
-Body circumference: 136cm / 53.5 inches
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS SIZE 3XL-6XL
-Body Length, shoulder to hem: 65 cm / 25.5 inches
-Body circumference: 160cm / 63 inches
Fabric Type
This style works really well in light weight cotton fabrics, as well as light weight linens. For best results wash your fabric before cutting out to account for any shrinkage.
*This pattern works well for many different fabric widths but please note the narrower your fabric width the shorter your sleeves will be.
Size XS-M
Recommended Widths: 105cm - 150cm / 41 - 59 inches
Yardage required: 115cm / 45"
Size L-2XL
Recommended Width: 115cm - 150cm / 45 - 59 inches
Yardage required: 125cm / 49 inches
Size 3L-6XL
Recommended Width: 125cm - 150cm / 49 - 59 inches
Yardage required: 135cm / 53 inches
Notions
You will need one length of bias binding to finish the neck, 3cm / 1.2" wide x approximately 75cm/ 30" long (see template E in your size for exact measurements). Purchase by the metre or make yourself (on the bias) using a scrap piece of fabric.
The method:
Zero waste pattern cutting is a bit like a puzzle. It is a method of pattern drafting where you utilise a length of fabric end to end by strategically planning your pattern pieces so that everything is used. This pattern does not require printing of large pattern pieces, instead you draw your pattern pieces directly onto your fabric with the aid of a cutting plan and templates. We love working with this method for 3 reasons:
1. More flexibility: This method allows for easy changes such as using different fabric widths and making simple fit and design changes yourself. Using patterns that fit into a zero waste square or rectangular block is a very efficient way to work. It means that it is easier to patchwork together remnants or use left over fabrics you already have lying around.
2. An easy way to learn to self draft your own patterns : Working this way will help you to start building a toolbox of skills, and you will learn an alternative method of self drafting your own sewing patterns, which are super easy for beginners to understand.
3. Less fabric and paper waste: Without having to print full scale paper patterns for all pieces you save on a lot of paper, and you will have little to no fabric waste during the cutting and sewing process!
