Drawstring Vest Unisex Pattern - The Assembly Line
Drawstring vest is a layering piece that can be styled in multiple ways. Designed with a cropped silhouette, it features open sides with adjustable drawstring toggles, a zip-front closure, and welt pockets. The elastic drawstring runs across the entire back panel and extends partially into the front, allowing you to adjust the waist for a more fitted or relaxed look. Customize your collared vest with the optional zip placket, or choose the hooded version for added versatility.
Available in sizes S, L, and 3XL. The hoodless version is also available in a kid’s size – MINI.
Styling Inspiration
The dark blue vest is paired with our Oversized shirt and High-waisted Trousers.
The black hooded vest is styled with the High Cuff Sweater and Barrel Leg Trousers.
The model is 170 cm tall and wears size S.
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SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
This is a paper sewing pattern and will be mailed to you.
FIND YOUR SIZE
Compare your body measurements with our SIZE GUIDE. Use chest and waist measurement for sizing.
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
| (cm) | Mini | Small | Large | 3XL |
| A. Shoulder length from centre back | 37 | 50 | 54 | 58 |
| B. Length from top of shoulder | 50 | 63 | 68 | 73 |
| C. Bottom width, front | 34 | 46 | 50 | 54 |
| D. Zip length | 40 | 50 | 55 |
60 |
Fabric requirements (in meters) for folded fabric
| Fabric width 110-120 cm | MINI | S | L | 3XL |
| Vest with collar | ||||
| Main fabric | 1.1 | 1.9 | 2.0 | n/a |
| Lining fabric | 1.0 | 1.6 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Vest with hood | ||||
| Main fabric | n/a | 1.7 | 1.9 | n/a |
| Lining fabric | n/a | 2.0 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Fabric width 140-150 cm | ||||
| Vest with collar | ||||
| Main fabric | 1.0 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Lining fabric | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Vest with hood | ||||
| Main fabric | n/a | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 |
| Lining fabric | n/a | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 |
Suggested fabrics are medium weight fabrics, for example prequilted. We use fabric from Rekotex, which repurposes high-quality surplus fabric from leading fashion brands.
You will also need:
- Separating zipper: Mini 40/50 cm, S 50/60 cm, L 55/65 cm, 3XL 60/70 cm
- Elastic drawstring cord waist 3-5 mm diameter - incl. extra cord in each side: Mini 123 cm (83), S 155 cm (105), L 200 cm (120), 3XL 235 cm (135) (brackets = canal measurement)
- Drawstring cord lock / toggles: 2 pcs.
- Eyelets 5-6 mm diameter: 2 pcs.
- Matching thread
- Fusible interfacing (can be left out if using a tightly woven heavy weight fabric)
Optional - only if making the collar vest with a placket:
- Push buttons 6-10 mm diameter: 2 pcs
Optional - only if making the hood:
- Elastic drawstring cord hood 3-5 mm diameter - incl. extra cord in each side: S 110 cm (80), L 110 cm (80), 3XL 110 cm (80) (brackets = canal measurements)
- Drawstring cord lock / toggles: 2 pcs.
- Eyelets 8 mm diameter: 2 pcs.
MAKE MORE WITH THIS PATTERN
- Add more stitching
- Lengthen the vest
Use #taldrawstringvest for sharing your make and add #talbyme if it is ok for us to share
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Drawstring Vest Unisex Pattern - The Assembly Line
Drawstring Vest Unisex Pattern - The Assembly Line
Drawstring vest is a layering piece that can be styled in multiple ways. Designed with a cropped silhouette, it features open sides with adjustable drawstring toggles, a zip-front closure, and welt pockets. The elastic drawstring runs across the entire back panel and extends partially into the front, allowing you to adjust the waist for a more fitted or relaxed look. Customize your collared vest with the optional zip placket, or choose the hooded version for added versatility.
Available in sizes S, L, and 3XL. The hoodless version is also available in a kid’s size – MINI.
Styling Inspiration
The dark blue vest is paired with our Oversized shirt and High-waisted Trousers.
The black hooded vest is styled with the High Cuff Sweater and Barrel Leg Trousers.
The model is 170 cm tall and wears size S.
.........
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
This is a paper sewing pattern and will be mailed to you.
FIND YOUR SIZE
Compare your body measurements with our SIZE GUIDE. Use chest and waist measurement for sizing.
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
| (cm) | Mini | Small | Large | 3XL |
| A. Shoulder length from centre back | 37 | 50 | 54 | 58 |
| B. Length from top of shoulder | 50 | 63 | 68 | 73 |
| C. Bottom width, front | 34 | 46 | 50 | 54 |
| D. Zip length | 40 | 50 | 55 |
60 |
Fabric requirements (in meters) for folded fabric
| Fabric width 110-120 cm | MINI | S | L | 3XL |
| Vest with collar | ||||
| Main fabric | 1.1 | 1.9 | 2.0 | n/a |
| Lining fabric | 1.0 | 1.6 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Vest with hood | ||||
| Main fabric | n/a | 1.7 | 1.9 | n/a |
| Lining fabric | n/a | 2.0 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Fabric width 140-150 cm | ||||
| Vest with collar | ||||
| Main fabric | 1.0 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Lining fabric | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Vest with hood | ||||
| Main fabric | n/a | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 |
| Lining fabric | n/a | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 |
Suggested fabrics are medium weight fabrics, for example prequilted. We use fabric from Rekotex, which repurposes high-quality surplus fabric from leading fashion brands.
You will also need:
- Separating zipper: Mini 40/50 cm, S 50/60 cm, L 55/65 cm, 3XL 60/70 cm
- Elastic drawstring cord waist 3-5 mm diameter - incl. extra cord in each side: Mini 123 cm (83), S 155 cm (105), L 200 cm (120), 3XL 235 cm (135) (brackets = canal measurement)
- Drawstring cord lock / toggles: 2 pcs.
- Eyelets 5-6 mm diameter: 2 pcs.
- Matching thread
- Fusible interfacing (can be left out if using a tightly woven heavy weight fabric)
Optional - only if making the collar vest with a placket:
- Push buttons 6-10 mm diameter: 2 pcs
Optional - only if making the hood:
- Elastic drawstring cord hood 3-5 mm diameter - incl. extra cord in each side: S 110 cm (80), L 110 cm (80), 3XL 110 cm (80) (brackets = canal measurements)
- Drawstring cord lock / toggles: 2 pcs.
- Eyelets 8 mm diameter: 2 pcs.
MAKE MORE WITH THIS PATTERN
- Add more stitching
- Lengthen the vest
Use #taldrawstringvest for sharing your make and add #talbyme if it is ok for us to share
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Description
Drawstring vest is a layering piece that can be styled in multiple ways. Designed with a cropped silhouette, it features open sides with adjustable drawstring toggles, a zip-front closure, and welt pockets. The elastic drawstring runs across the entire back panel and extends partially into the front, allowing you to adjust the waist for a more fitted or relaxed look. Customize your collared vest with the optional zip placket, or choose the hooded version for added versatility.
Available in sizes S, L, and 3XL. The hoodless version is also available in a kid’s size – MINI.
Styling Inspiration
The dark blue vest is paired with our Oversized shirt and High-waisted Trousers.
The black hooded vest is styled with the High Cuff Sweater and Barrel Leg Trousers.
The model is 170 cm tall and wears size S.
.........
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
This is a paper sewing pattern and will be mailed to you.
FIND YOUR SIZE
Compare your body measurements with our SIZE GUIDE. Use chest and waist measurement for sizing.
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
| (cm) | Mini | Small | Large | 3XL |
| A. Shoulder length from centre back | 37 | 50 | 54 | 58 |
| B. Length from top of shoulder | 50 | 63 | 68 | 73 |
| C. Bottom width, front | 34 | 46 | 50 | 54 |
| D. Zip length | 40 | 50 | 55 |
60 |
Fabric requirements (in meters) for folded fabric
| Fabric width 110-120 cm | MINI | S | L | 3XL |
| Vest with collar | ||||
| Main fabric | 1.1 | 1.9 | 2.0 | n/a |
| Lining fabric | 1.0 | 1.6 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Vest with hood | ||||
| Main fabric | n/a | 1.7 | 1.9 | n/a |
| Lining fabric | n/a | 2.0 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Fabric width 140-150 cm | ||||
| Vest with collar | ||||
| Main fabric | 1.0 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Lining fabric | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Vest with hood | ||||
| Main fabric | n/a | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 |
| Lining fabric | n/a | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 |
Suggested fabrics are medium weight fabrics, for example prequilted. We use fabric from Rekotex, which repurposes high-quality surplus fabric from leading fashion brands.
You will also need:
- Separating zipper: Mini 40/50 cm, S 50/60 cm, L 55/65 cm, 3XL 60/70 cm
- Elastic drawstring cord waist 3-5 mm diameter - incl. extra cord in each side: Mini 123 cm (83), S 155 cm (105), L 200 cm (120), 3XL 235 cm (135) (brackets = canal measurement)
- Drawstring cord lock / toggles: 2 pcs.
- Eyelets 5-6 mm diameter: 2 pcs.
- Matching thread
- Fusible interfacing (can be left out if using a tightly woven heavy weight fabric)
Optional - only if making the collar vest with a placket:
- Push buttons 6-10 mm diameter: 2 pcs
Optional - only if making the hood:
- Elastic drawstring cord hood 3-5 mm diameter - incl. extra cord in each side: S 110 cm (80), L 110 cm (80), 3XL 110 cm (80) (brackets = canal measurements)
- Drawstring cord lock / toggles: 2 pcs.
- Eyelets 8 mm diameter: 2 pcs.
MAKE MORE WITH THIS PATTERN
- Add more stitching
- Lengthen the vest
Use #taldrawstringvest for sharing your make and add #talbyme if it is ok for us to share
