Buy the M8537 Boy/Teen Vest, Top & Shirt sewing pattern from McCalls. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner dressmaker. Create a preppy outfit for children and boys with this vests, top and shirt pattern. Views A and B have rib knit trim on neckline and hem. View C is a button down shirt with long sleeves and collar. View D is a zippered front vest with collar and patch pockets with flaps.
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:
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Suggested fabrics: A,B in Stretch Knits only such as Cotton Knits, Sweater Knits. See Stretch Gauge. C: Cotton Blends, Gingham. D: Chino, Denim, Twill. Interfacing C,D: Lightweight Fusible.
Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way designs fabrics or shrinkage.
Sizing: HH (3-4-5-6) K5 (7-8-10-12-14) which is approx. UK sizes (3 to 6 years) K5 (7 – 14 yrs.). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.
Notions: Thread. A,B: 38" x 7" (97cm x 18cm) rib knit trim: A: Two strips for Children and Boys; Two strips for Children, three strips for Boys. C: Six 5/8" (1.5cm) buttons. D: Medium weight metal separating zipper: 16" (41cm - adjust to fit) for Children, 20" (51cm- adjust to fit) for boys.
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