I Am Rainbow is a versatile sweatshirt where you can mix and match lengths, add a hood or not, choose from three different pocket styles and choose to make as a zip up jumper/cardi or a classic over the head sweater. With all these choices, you'll be able to create multiple casual wardrobe staples. .
Detailed instructions in English and French. The different pieces overlap with each other so you will need to trace the pattern on
This is a multi sized pattern including sizes: EUR 36 – 46. See image for sizing
Recommended Fabric : interlock knit, french terry, rib knit
Fabric requirements: See table below for indication of sample styles.
It is impossible to list the yardage for all versions in all sizes. Three versions have been given - To calculate the fabric required for the other versions, refer to step 4 (Cutting the fabric) of the instructions.
VERSIONS
This pattern gives you the possibility of making (and 26 more versions without pockets).
The different features of this garment are:
- 2 styles: zipped hoodie or slip-on sweatshirt
- 2 cuff and bottom finishes: with ribbing or hemmed
- 4 lengths: classic, above-knee, below-knee and midi
- 3 types of pockets: kangaroo, welt or inseam
- 3 neckline finishes: classic hood, overlapping hood or neckband
You can then choose the sweatshirt you want to make by combining the different features together.
SUPPLIES
Zipped versions: 1 : Classic length: 55 cm; Above-knee: 80 cm; Below-knee: 90 cm long double-slider zipper; Midi: 110 cm long double-slider zipper
All hooded versions:
1.2m of 2 eyelets (diameter depends on the drawstring width)
Scrap of non-woven and non-stretch iron-on interfacing
Welt pockets versions: : 20cm x 40 cm
Kangaroo pockets versions: thin cardboard for the ironing template
FABRIC REQUIRED (cm)
Size |
34-36 | 38-40 | 42-44 | 46-48 | 50-52 |
Short Length with Hood (A1): | |||||
140 cm |
155 | 160 | 160 | 165 | 205 |
110 cm | 200 | 205 | 205 | 230 | 240 |
Ribbing 110 cm | 35 | 35 | 35 | 70 | 70 |
Tunic Length with Hood (F9): |
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140 cm |
205 | 210 | 215 | 215 | 245 |
110 cm | 290 | 290 | 295 | 300 | 305 |
Long Dress, no Hood(H8): |
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140 cm |
200 | 200 | 205 | 205 | 300 |
110 cm | 320 | 330 | 340 | 340 | 350 |