ZERO WASTE Frill Sleeve Top • PDF Pattern
By Birgitta Helmersson, ZW Frill Sleeve Top is a PDF sewing pattern.
File Name: ZW Frill Sleeve Top｜Type: ZIP｜Size: 4.76MB
Please note: 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 printable templates to help in the cutting process, no large paper pattern pieces are required.
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.
Garment Details: 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.
Sizing: 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) and 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 Suggestions and fabric requirements: 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
Tools & trims recommended: You will need one length of light weight cotton 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 cut yourself (on the bias) using a scrap piece of fabric.
Skill Level: Confident beginner.
Tutorials: SEWING THE FRILL SLEEVE TOP - IN FULL
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Head here for. a general tutorial on cutting using this method: Cutting a Zero Waste Garment
Techniques used: Depending on the garment view you are working some of the techniques include button holes, gathers and splits.
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 is ‘PAPERLESS’ meaning that no printing of large pattern pieces is required. Instead of using full scale paper patterns, you draw your pattern pieces directly onto your fabric with the aid of a cutting plan and small 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!
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