This listing is for the download of a PDF sewing pattern to make a woman’s western show vest in Misses Sizes 6-24 (see sizing chart above). IT IS NOT FOR A PHYSICAL PAPER PATTERN. The vest is unlined with a classic v-neck. It is hip length with a zippered front, princess seams, and a close fit.
The photos are of vests made by SuitAbility customers using previous versions of this pattern and are not for sale. Modifications and embellishments were done by the customers and are not included in the pattern. Credits: Black vest with gold scrolls (neckline modified to be higher)- Brandy Roberts, black vest with blue roses(length shortened)- Jeri Langman, turquoise vest (vest points instead of straight hem)- Mathilde Dietzman.
The PDF file includes instructions illustrated with diagrams and the vest pattern pieces. The sizes are nested. Download the file using Adobe Reader and print out the pages on 8 1/2” by 11” or A4 paper.
FITTING
DO NOT FOLLOW READY-TO-WEAR SIZING! Use the measurement charts above to choose a size. More fitting information is given in the pattern instructions.
FABRICS AND NOTIONS
Any sturdy woven fabric can be used- consider home decorating fabrics which are available in many different prints. If using a medium weight fabric, we recommend applying fusible interfacing to the facing pieces and also 1” wide strips on the center fronts. Use a lighter weight one-way separating zipper. The zipper pull is visible, so choose the color of the zipper to be a design accent. If you can’t find the exact length in the color you want, buy a longer zipper.
Fabric yardages are given above.
Also needed: Thread; 14” one-way separating zipper, optional double-sided sew-through basting tape to apply zipper; optional fusible interfacing for facings and center front edges- if 22” wide, 1 1/4 YD.
PLEASE NOTE: This PDF pattern is the same vest as the v-neck version in the SuitAbility paper pattern 4370.