Thread Faction | Kids sizes 2 - 14 | Ridley Tank Top and Shorts Set | PDF Sewing Pattern for print-at-home or printshop

Liz Elliott

Designed by Liz

Owner of ThreadFactionSewing

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This is a pdf sewing pattern. You can print it from your home printer and sew up this brilliant tank top and shorts set.

≫ 100% Guarantee ≪
I want you to be happy with what you buy from Thread Faction. So if you buy this pattern and find it too hard, or you realize it's not what you wanted for whatever reason, you can get in touch with me within 30 days and I will refund your money, no problems at all.


≫ The Ridley Tank Top and Shorts Set ≪
● Kids sizes 2 - 14
● For beginners

● Hooded tank top
● Slightly curved hemline
● Relaxed fit
● Mid-rise shorts
● Optional faux or true waist tie
● A comfortable elastic waist

≫ What’s included ≪
● Easy-to-follow written instructions (*ENGLISH ONLY)
● Illustrations for every step
● All the beginner friendly details to get you started, honestly, if you can follow a recipe, you can make this!
● Measurements in both inches and centimeters
● Easy instructions on getting the fit perfect if ready-to-wear stuff just doesn't fit properly

● Print at home file (for letter or A4 paper)
● Copy shop file (for A0 paper)
● Projector file
● All files have layered pattern pieces


≫ Supplies ≪
Fabrics: Knit fabrics with 25 - 75% stretch in the crosswise direction like light to medium weight jersey or interlock fabrics.

Notions: a length of 38mm (1.5") knitted or woven elastic
Thread

Notions (optional): A length of 1cm (3/8") fusible hem tape or knit stay tape for hemming
2 x 7mm (1/4") eyelets and eyelet pliers (optional or can substitute with buttonholes)
Fusible interfacing: a 2cm x 5cm (3/4" x 2") piece to reinforce eyelets/buttonholes
A length of cord or tape equivalent to the elastic length plus 40cm (15 3/4") for the true waist tie
A 40cm (15 3/4") length of cord or tape for the faux waist tie


≫ How this all works ≪
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Grace Jul 4, 2026

As a fairly new beginner, I had a bit of trouble following the directions at points, but I was still able to make a neat short set for my son. I enjoyed the process!

Grace Jul 4, 2026

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Lori Jun 9, 2026

love this, easy to follow. I made 2 pair of shorts for my grandson out of t-shirts from my husband!

Lori Jun 9, 2026

Response from Liz Elliott

Oh that is brilliant! I love a good upcycle/re-use, totally my thing :) Thanks for taking the time to share a review.

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Megan Jun 5, 2026

This pattern was so easy! I am not a sewer and I have only made two other things. I am self taught and this was SO EASY!!!! My kiddos love it!

Megan Jun 5, 2026

Response from Liz Elliott

Adorable! Thanks for posting a pic, and nice work on the outfits they are brilliant.

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amarella Nov 8, 2025

every thing was perfect thank you

amarella Nov 8, 2025

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