SHERPA

Super cozy and comfortable, this sleeveless vest features bound edges, along with a button closure. The slightly round shape is achieved with back darts. Its two neckline types will give you a different look each time. You can choose between piped or patch pockets with either a bagged or bound finish. This model is preferably lined but with an easy flat-lining method. It can also be made without a lining. Designed for knit or woven fabric. 

  • Level: from beginner to intermediate
  • Pattern for sizes : 34 to 52 (European) / 2 to 22 (US) / 4 to 24 (UK)
  • 8 possible variations
  • Seam allowances included (see quality chart)
  • Detailed sewing tutorial video (AVAILABLE FROM NOVEMBER 22ND)
  • Bilingual English-French pattern
  • More pictures #sherpapattern #atelierscammit

PAPER PATTERN: instruction booklet + full size pattern > A0 (no overlapping)

PDF PATTERN: instruction file + projector file + full size pattern to print and assemble (1 layer per size and 2 printing formats: A0 = 2 pages / A4 and US Letter = 15 + 15 + 6 pages)

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What you will learn with this pattern (see the videos of the main techniques here): 

  • Using a bias tape to finish edge (= binding*)
  • Sewing knit with or without serger
  • Making piped pockets
  • Sewing patch pockets
  • Sewing darts
  • Attaching a lining flat

Recommended fabrics:

  • FABRIC: medium-heavy to heavy 270-400 gsm (or 8-12 oz.), soft woven fabrics (woolen, jacquard) or stable knit fabrics (sweatshirt, sherpa). Stretch factor* : 10 to 40 %  (0-2% elastane)
  • LINING: light to medium 180-270 gsm, woven (batiste, poplin) or knit (jersey, milano).

All version has been made size 38 without any modification (Johanna’s measurements: 1m75 - 87/71/95) unless otherwise stated below :

  • Beige version: worn with an HORIZON t-shirt and an EQUILIBRE pants.
  • Multicolored bias version: worn with a store-bought sweater.
  • Leopard version: worn with an ATTITUDE pants and a FRIMAS hood.

Find information about the fabrics used under each photo posted on Instagram.

Visit the blog to learn how to adjust the pattern for height.

Measures:

Sizes (body measures) EUR / US / UK 32/2/4 34/4/6 36/6/8 38/8/10 40/10/12 42/12/14 44/14/16 46/16/18 48/18/20 50/20/22 52/22/24
Height (inches) 67 67 67 67 67 67 67 67 67 67 67
Bust (inches) 29,9 31,5 33,1 34,6 36,2 38,2 40,6 42,9 45,3 47,6 50,0
Waist (inches) 22,8 24,4 26,0 27,6 29,1 31,1 33,5 35,8 38,2 40,6 42,9
Hip (inches) 32,3 33,9 35,4 37,0 38,6 40,6 42,9 45,3 47,6 50,0 52,4
Biceps (inches) 9,2 9,7 10,2 10,6 11,1 11,7 12,4 13,1 13,8 14,5 15,2

Finished garment EUR / US / UK 32/2/4 34/4/6 36/6/8 38/8/10 40/10/12 42/12/14 44/14/16 46/16/18 48/18/20 50/20/22 52/22/24
Bust* (inches) 40,0 41,6 43,2 44,8 46,3 48,3 50,7 53,0 55,4 57,7 60,1
Total length* (inches) 22,1 22,4 22,8 23,2 23,6 24,1 24,6 25,0 25,5 26,0 26,5
Garment bottom (inches) 41,1 42,6 44,2 45,8 47,4 49,3 51,7 54,0 56,4 58,8 61,1

*The elasticity rate of your fabric may increase these measurements accordingly!

Supplies:

For sizes 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52
Fabric 55" wide (inches) 35 35 35 35 39 39 47 47 51 51 51
Lining 55" wide (inches) 35 35 35 35 39 39 47 47 51 51 51
Woven bias 0.08" max 275" max 315" max 350"
Buttons 4 or 5 x 0.05-0.06"
Fusible interfacing max 32”

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