Pattern Making for Women: Waistcoats for Plus Sizes

In this e-dossier, you will find instruction on pattern construction for a basic waistcoat block an four different waistcoat designs for plus size ladies.

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Content: 

Basic Waistcoat Block

Waistcoat with Belt:

• Single-breasted waistcoat with deep V-neckline
• Rising lapel
• Front pattern with princess and flank seam
• Slits in dividing seams with continuous belt – patch pockets
• Shoulder pads
• Overlapping back pattern with cut out
• Length at c.b.: 68.0 cm

Waistcoat with Neck Holder Collar:

• Double-breasted front pattern with Viennese seams
• Slanted piped pockets with flaps
• Straight tapering
• Back pattern with dividing seams
• Decorative tabs with buttons at waist height
• Length at c.b.: 40.0 cm

Double-breasted Waistcoat with wide Collar:

• Viennese seam to pocket
• Additional width in pocket opening
• Attached flap
• Back pattern with c.b. seam and Viennese seams
• Length at c.b.: 59.5 cm

Asymmetric Waistcoat with high Neckline:

• Waistcoat with deep V-neckline
• Fastening with loops and buttons
• Welt pockets
• Asymmetric front hem and round tapering
• Back pattern with waist darts – two narrow belts with buckles
• Asymmetrical back hem with square stitching
• Length c.b. seam: 68.0 cm

Format: DIN A4
Page Count: 16 Pages