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Est. 2023
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Ruby Vest Sewing Pattern
The Ruby Vest is the ultimate layering piece and is completely reversible. Multiple customization options allow you to truly make the vest of your dreams. I love quilting my Ruby Vests and have included instructions to do so, but it is optional.
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This Pattern Includes
This Pattern Includes
- Detailed, beginner-friendly instructions with clear illustrations
- Nested Print at Home Files (US Letter + A4 compatible) with layers
- Large Format File (A0/Copyshop)
- Projector File
- Detailed Video Tutorial
Sizing
Sizing
0 - 34, which correlate to 31"-61" Bust, 24"-54" Waist and 34"-65" Hip
See full body measurement and fabric requirement charts below, or click here.
Suitable Fabrics
Suitable Fabrics
For this pattern, you can use anything from quilting cotton to flannel, sherpa, pre-quilted fabric, and more. Our favorites are generally cottons or linens, between 3-7 oz per square yard. We strongly discourage making your bias binding from fabrics on the heavier side of that range, as it can make the construction quite tricky. Knit fabrics with a lot of stretch are not recommended.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
The Ruby Vest Pattern is intended for personal use only, and cannot be used for profit or resale of finished garments unless given written permission from Sydney Graham. If you would like to use this pattern to sew finished garments for a small handmade to order company, contact me for licensing and pricing information.
Difficulty Level: Confident Beginner
20%
Options Included
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Tie Front V-Neck
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Tie Front High Neck
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Buttoned V-Neck
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Button High Neck
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Detailed Ruby Vest Tutorial
If you’re a visual learner or just want some company, let’s sew our Ruby Vests together!
Body Measurements
This garment is designed to have a slightly relaxed fit throughout the bust and waist. As opposed to a fitted waistcoat, the Ruby Vest has more of a boxy fit while not being truly oversized. If you want an oversized look or intend to wear your Ruby Vest over large sweaters, we recommend sizing up 1 size. If you want a slimmer fit, size down.
The quilting process can cause slight shrinkage in your vest, and the pattern pieces account for that. If you opt not to quilt, consider sizing down 1 size.
We recommend choosing the size or sizes that are closest to your bust and waist measurements. If those measurements do not correlate to one size, choose the larger size.
Fabric Requirements
This chart shows the exact fabric requirements needed if the fabric is cut while flat and not folded. Note that the requirements are for both the main fabric and lining fabric, you’ll need the same amount of each. You will also need the same amount of quilt batting if you are opting to quilt your Ruby Vest, but it is optional.
The measurements are the minimum amounts needed and does not account for fabric shrinkage because all fabrics shrink at different rates. Please take this into account when choosing fabric.
IMPORTANT: If you are making your own bias binding, you will need to factor in additional fabric. If you choose to make your binding from either your main or lining fabric, factor in an additional 1/2 yard (0.46 meters) when selecting fabric. If you choose to make your binding from a different fabric (not main or lining), you will need an additional 3/4 yard (0.7 meters).
Helpful Tools
In addition to your standard sewing kit (machine, pins, measuring tape, etc.), here are a few tools I’ve found helpful in making my Ruby Vest. More details in the pattern and video tutorial.
Fabric Recommendations
