It’s almost time for cooler weather, and sweatshirt is a must-have item in your daily outfit. Spice up your look with the River oversized sweatshirt, which features drop shoulder loose fit, and a wide stand up neckband. It is also very simple and fun to make!
Tiana’s Closet patterns are made in 10 sizes from XXS to 5XL so you may find a suitable size for yourself. If you are not sure which size suits you, take a look at the measurement table before doing anything here: SIZE GUIDE.
The pattern is made using layered PDF, please check for your desired size before printing so you won’t waste your paper. I have included a first page with many details about sizing and printing, so please first read the first page and make sure you know what size you need! If you still do not know how to print a layered PDF, please check for the printing instruction in this post: PRINTING GUIDE.
My patterns are now made in both A4/Letter paper and A0 paper format so you can print at home or at any print shop! I also included a projector file for those who are more tech savvy and have a projector at home!
For home printers, you can print this using your home printer and either A4 or Letter paper. I calculated the printing area so that you will be able to use either type of paper to print the pattern out perfectly. Always print the first page first and check with the test square if you are printing at the right scale before you print out the whole pattern – avoid waste of ink and waste of paper, save the earth!
Some PC may print smaller than actual size even when you choose 100% scale – I don’t know why this problem exist, but my HP laptop cannot print true to size. I have to scale up to 103% to get the right size. You may need to check with your PC to see if it prints true to size, if not, scale up a bit. I was informed by a reader that you can also print the pdf as image to get the right scale, however I never tested it on my computer.
SEWING INSTRUCTION
You will need:
- Fabric of your choice. This pattern is intended for KNIT fabric.
- Scissors, pencil or fabric marker, ruler, pins
- Sewing machine/Serger or needle and thread
- Printed pattern
The amount of fabric needed will vary depending on the width of the fabric of choice. To be precise, you may need to check how much fabric you need before buying. It will depend on the selected pattern size, the width, and design of the fabric you plan to use. Just to be sure, print all the paper patterns and lay them out at the width of fabric you plan to use (usually from 90 to 150 centimeters or 35 to 60 inches). Measure how much fabric you will need. Don’t forget to account for pieces that need to be cut multiple times and pieces that are cut on the fold.
CUTTING INSTRUCTION
The pattern pieces are as follows:
All my patterns already include 1cm (3/8in) seam allowance. Just cut the pattern pieces as is and use a 1cm seam allowance when you sew.
The fabric will be cut into following pieces:
– Front: cut 1 piece on the fold
– Back: cut 1 piece on the fold
– Sleeve: cut 2 mirrored pieces
– Sleeve Cuff: cut 2 pieces
– Waistband: cut 1 piece on the fold
– Neckband: cut 1 piece on the fold
Place the pattern pieces on the fabric, pin the pattern pieces to the fabric to secure them in place. Using sharp scissors, carefully cut out the fabric pieces along the outer lines of the pattern. Take your time to ensure precise and clean cuts, as this will affect the fit and overall appearance of your garment.
Make sure to mark all notches and other design features such as darts, pleats, draw marks etc. from the pattern pieces onto your fabric. When sewing the garment, pay attention to notches, they must match up.
SEWING INSTRUCTION
1. Sew the shoulder seams
– Line up the Front and Back pieces, match the shoulder seams and stitch.
– Neaten seams together and press toward the back.
2. Attach the Sleeves
– With the main garment open, right side facing up, place the Sleeve right side facing down, matching the armhole seam. Make sure that the top notch on the sleeve cap matches the shoulder seam, the single notch matches the single notch and the double notch matches the double notch.
– Stitch the sleeve to the garment, along the armhole seam.
– (Optional) Press seam allowances toward the main garment and topstitch at 0.5cm (1/4”) from the armhole seam.
3. Sew the side seams
– Fold the garment so that the front and back garment are right sides facing, and the sides of the sleeve are right sides facing.
– Stitch the underarm seam and side seam in one single step, starting from the hem up toward the armhole, then pivot fabric to continue to the underarm seam.
4. Attach Sleeve Cuff
Video tutorial: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2023/12/14/how-to-attach-sleeve-cuff-ribbing/
5. Attach Waistband and Neckband using the same method. You may want to divide the waistband, neckband, neckline and lower hem of garment into equal sections to match them evenly.
Below are the download links:
RIVER OVERSIZED SWEATSHIRT (A0 PAPER)
RIVER OVERSIZED SWEATSHIRT (A4/LETTER PAPER)
RIVER OVERSIZED SWEATSHIRT (PROJECTOR FILE)
To download just click on the link above and choose “Save link as”. The PDF file will be downloaded to your device. An advertisement may pop up, just close it and continue with your download. In case some ads attempt to make you enter your personal info, just ignore and close it. I do NOT require any kind of information to download my pattern files.
Happy sewing! And don’t forget to share your project on my Facebook page: Tiana’s Closet Sewing Patterns or tag me on Instagram #tianasclosetsewingpatterns, I will be thrilled to see the garment in real life!
