Men L (chest 100 cm)
Zero-waste top pattern, men's size L (100 cm chest)
Loose zero-waste top that uses the whole piece of fabric.
1pattern pieces
1pieces to cut
≈ 1 ydof main fabric (60" wide)
Sewing instructions
General steps to sew this garment. Seam allowance is 1 cm (3/8") unless stated otherwise.
Supplies
- Woven fabric (cotton, linen, poplin…)
- Matching thread and the right needle
- Prewash and press your fabric before cutting so it will not shrink after sewing.
- Print the pattern at 100%, check the test square and cut the pieces following the cutting list. Transfer notches, darts and button marks.
- Finish all edges of the single piece with a serger or zigzag.
- Fold along the marks and sew the indicated shoulder and side seams.
- Hem: double-fold to the inside, press and topstitch or blind stitch.
Cutting list
| Piece | Cut | Material |
|---|---|---|
| Top | 1× on the fold | Main fabric |
Measurements used in this size
| Measurement | Value | How to measure |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder width | 45 cm | From one shoulder point to the other, across the back. |
| Chest/bust circumference | 100 cm | Around the torso at the fullest part of the chest, tape level. |
| Back length | 47 cm | From the high shoulder point, down the back, to the waist. |
| Shoulder slope | 13° | Shoulder angle in degrees (usually between 10 and 15). |
| Waist to hips | 13 cm | Along the side, from the waist to the hip line. |
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