meet the VIVIEN VEST — a modern, wearable sewing pattern for the confident beginner or seasoned sewist. designed to be clear, achievable, and endlessly stylish.
written by a quilter for quilters (and sewists who appreciate straightforward instructions). no formal pattern-writing training here — just the instructions i wish i'd had when i started making quilted garments. beginner-friendly and written in plain language, no intimidating garment-sewing jargon. if something's unclear, reach out — i'm here to help.
what you'll receive:
instantly delivered to your inbox: a printable PDF sewing pattern with full-size pattern pieces, detailed step-by-step sewing instructions, and assembly diagrams for easy construction. the download includes 3 files: instructions formatted for letter paper, a letter print-at-home pattern, and an A0 copy shop pattern for large format printing at your local print shop.
about the pattern:
the VIVIEN VEST is a versatile layering piece perfect for any wardrobe. clean lines and thoughtful construction make it a go-to pattern you'll return to again and again. style it over a blouse, a turtleneck, or a simple tee — the possibilities are endless.
make it your way: upcycle a thrifted quilt for a quick, sustainable project, or create a completely custom design with your own fabric and batting. either way, it's a faster sew than you'd think!
fabric requirements:
detailed charts included in the listing photos show quilt sizes needed for:
- individual quilt panels - fully custom quilting with separate panels for each pattern piece
- minimum quilt size - for a single quilt when you're not worried about pattern matching front to back
- pattern matching quilt size - if you want a continuous design front to back
- yardage requirements - if making a wholecloth quilted vest from scratch
pick your method and you'll know exactly what you need. visual cutting charts are available in the PDF pattern to further clarify fabric needs and how to locate your cuts.
sizes range from 3 months to XXL, so you can absolutely make matching vests for the entire household — if that's the kind of chaos you're into. detailed size charts available on the website.
why sewists love pdf patterns:
no waiting for shipping. print at home or send to a local print shop. re-print as many times as you need. store it digitally forever.
please note:
this is a digital product. no physical items will be shipped. due to the nature of digital downloads, all sales are final.