Description
A classic pinafore for work and play. With a buttoned side fastening, side and back pockets. Make it long with a back split or short just below the knee. Accentuate the detailing with contrast top stitching or keep it simple with matching thread.
Skill level – experienced.
This is a multi-size paper pattern including sizes 6 – 18. All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern.
We would suggest using the following fabrics – 8-12oz denim, cotton twill or canvas, corduroy, moleskin, half panama cotton. For a softer look and feel you could try a mid weight linen or tencel/linen blend.
For the facings we would recommend either a cotton muslin or a slip viscose lining.
You will need:
8 x 15-18mm Buttons
1 x Matching thread
Top stitch thread if you are going to do contrast top stitching.
Fabric Requirements (long version)
| Size 6-8 | Size 10-14 | Size 16-18 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83cm’s wide, with or without nap | 2.85M | 3.35M | 3.35M |
| 120cm’s wide, without nap | 2.15M | 2.5M | 2.6M |
| 120cm’s wide, with nap | 2.15M | 2.75M | 2.9M |
| 140cm’s wide, without nap | 1.7M | 2M | 2.3M |
| 140cm’s wide, with nap | 1.7M | 2.15M | 2.7M |
| 150cm’s wide, with or without nap | 1.7M | 1.7M | 2.15M |
Fabric Requirements (short version)
| Size 6-8 | Size 10-14 | Size 16-18 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83cm’s wide, with or without nap | 2.2M | 2.55M | 2.65M |
| 120cm’s wide, without nap | 1.5M | 1.85M | 2M |
| 120cm’s wide, with nap | 1.5M | 1.85M | 2.25M |
| 140cm’s wide, without nap | 1.25M | 1.25M | 1.5M |
| 140cm’s wide, with nap | 1.25M | 1.5M | 2M |
| 150cm’s wide, with or without nap | 1.25M | 1.4M | 1.5M |
Lining Requirements
| Size 6-8 | Size 10-14 | Size 16-18 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110cm’s wide, without nap | 0.75M | 0.9M | 1M |
| 120cm’s wide, without nap | 0.7M | 0.9M | 1M |
| 140cm’s wide, without nap | 0.7M | 0.8M | 0.9M |
| 150cm’s wide, without nap | 0.7M | 0.8M | 0.9M |
Finished Measurements (in cm)
| 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 98 | 102 | 106 | 111 | 116 | 121 | 126 |
| Hip | 113.5 | 117.5 | 121.5 | 126.5 | 131.5 | 136.5 | 141.5 |
| Length Short* | 87.5 | 88 | 88.5 | 89 | 89.5 | 90 | 90.5 |
| Length Long* | 118 | 118.5 | 119 | 119.5 | 120 | 120.5 | 121 |
| *front shoulder to hem |
UK Sizing
| Size 6 | Size 8 | Size 10 | Size 12 | Size 14 | Size 16 | Size 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waist | 61cm/24″ | 65cm/25.5″ | 69cm/27″ | 74cm/29″ | 79cm/31″ | 84cm/33″ | 89cm/35″ |
| Hips | 86cm/34″ | 90cm/35.5″ | 94cm/37″ | 99cm/38.75″ | 104cm/41″ | 109cm/43″ | 114cm/44″ |
| Bust | 78cm/30.75″ | 82cm/32.25″ | 86cm/33.75″ | 91cm/35.75″ | 96cm/37.75″ | 100cm/39.25″ | 106cm/41.75″ |