Women's Double Breasted Vest

Pattern details

What you'll make

A modern take on the classic waistcoat — the Lily Vest features a crossover wrap front, double-breasted button closure, and a sharp pointed hem for an elevated, tailored silhouette. Wear it buttoned over a blouse for a vintage-inspired look, or layer it as a statement piece over dresses and shirts. Perfect for beginner-to-intermediate sewists ready to try structured garment sewing. ⸻ WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS PDF PATTERN: Pattern pieces: Front A, Front B, Back A, Back B, Front Facing, Neckline Facing, Armhole Facing Sizes XS–3XL nested in one file (easy layer printing — hide sizes you don't need) Finished garment measurement chart (length, chest, waist) in inches Full body measurement chart (bust, waist, hip) in inches AND centimeters Step-by-step illustrated sewing guide (18 clearly numbered steps, front & back) Fabric layout & yardage guide for two fabric widths Button & buttonhole placement markings included Print-at-home file (A4 / US Letter) with test square for scale accuracy Print shop / copy shop file (A0, 100% scale, no tiling) Pattern assembly instructions with numbered page layout diagram Bonus: General sewing tips for beginners ⸻ SIZE RANGE: XS – S – M – L – XL – XXL – XXXL: Bust: 34.3"–46.1" | Waist: 26.4"–38.2" | Hip: 36.2"–48" (Full cm chart also included) ⸻ RECOMMENDED FABRICS: Medium to heavyweight fabrics work best — cotton, wool, linen, brocade, velvet, corduroy, canvas, pique, velveteen, or synthetic blends. Fusible interfacing required for front facing. ⸻ SEAM ALLOWANCE: 1cm / 0.4 inches (included in all pattern pieces) ⸻ HOW IT WORKS: This is a DIGITAL PDF DOWNLOAD — no physical item will be shipped. - Purchase & instantly download your files - Print at home (A4/Letter) or send to a local copy shop (A0) - Assemble pages using the registration marks (if printing at home) - Cut your size and follow the illustrated sewing guide - Sew your own designer-style Lily Vest! ⸻ SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER–INTERMEDIATE: (Some experience with facings, understitching, and buttonholes recommended) ⸻ Due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final and no refunds can be issued once the file has been downloaded. Questions before you buy? Message me — happy to help before you get started!