Vest Sewing Patterns | DRCOS Patterns & How To Make

This is a slightly advanced tailored-collar vest pattern with sewing instructions.

The lines have been carefully adjusted to the limit, resulting in a sharp, short-length vest.

This is not a bulky or old-fashioned vest pattern, but a clean and modern short vest design.

The sewing steps are explained in a simplified way, so it may be a little difficult for beginners.

This pattern is recommended for those who already have experience sewing tailored collars.

After printing, align and tape the pages together along the indicated joining lines, then cut out the pattern pieces. Seam allowances are included in the pattern, so it can be used as-is.

What is grainline and cut on fold? Please refer to this page.

(1) Sew the Front Body to the Front Body Side, and the Back Body to the Back Body Side with a sewing machine. Press the seam allowances open with an iron.

*Clip the seam allowances at tight or stressed areas to reduce bulk and allow the seams to lay flat.

(2) Sew the pockets and dummy pockets onto the body with a sewing machine.

*The breast pocket is a dummy pocket. If you wish to make a welt pocket or piping pocket, construct it at this stage.

How to sew pockets Please refer to this page.

(3) Sew the collar to the body, and sew the collar to the facing separately, stitching each up to the indicated stopping point.

(4) Sew the body and facing together with a sewing machine, turn right side out, and press with an iron.

(5) Sew the lining fabric pieces together and attach the lining to the body.

(6) Make buttonholes and sew on buttons at the indicated buttoning positions.

How to make buttonholes Please refer to this page.

How to sew on buttons Please refer to this page.

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