{"product_id":"itch-to-stitch-aiken-polo-shirt-and-dress","title":"Itch to Stitch Aiken Polo Shirt and Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuy the Aiken Polo Shirt and Dress sewing pattern from Itch to Stitch. Inspired by the classic polo shirt, this pattern offers numerous options including a high hip length top or knee length dress, three sleeve variations, and an optional ruffled placket. Sew a sleeveless version for sunny summer days, then make another with sleeves when cooler weather arrives. Comfortable yet polished, and effortlessly versatile, the Aiken is a style you'll enjoy wearing year after year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(available to download immediately after purchase).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCopy Shop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote if purchasing copy shop printing for sizes 16-40: One of the pattern pieces has been split (to fit on the A0 sheet) and will need to be joined together.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse a light to medium weight knit fabric such as jersey, pique knit, or interlock. Ensure the fabric contains elastane or spandex for good recovery and provides at least 50% horizontal stretch. For the ruffled placket option, use only lightweight knit fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleeveless polo shirt: 54\" (135 cm) wide fabric: 1 - 2 1\/8 yd (90 - 190 cm).\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleeveless polo dress: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e54\" (135 cm) wide fabric: 1 1\/2 - 3 yd (140 - 270 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd for short sleeves: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e54\" (135 cm) wide fabric: 3\/8 yd (30 - 40 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd for long sleeves: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e54\" (135 cm) wide fabric: 3\/4 yd (70 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUS 00 – 40 with regular and full bust options (approx. UK 6\/8 – 34\/36,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebased on our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/sewing-patterns-size-chart\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003estandardised size chart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA note from the designer about bust options: To determine if you should use the regular bust front pieces or the full bust front pieces, subtract the circumference of your over bust from the circumference of the fullest part of your bust. If the rounded difference is 3\" (7.5 cm) or less, use the regular bust. If the rounded difference is more than 3\" (7.5 cm), use the full bust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lightweight knit tricot fusible interfacing; 15\" (38 cm) of 1\/2\" (1.25 cm)-wide straight fusible stay tape (or you may cut your own using lightweight woven fusible interfacing on the straight grain); three 1\/2\" (12 mm) buttons or snaps; a 24\" (61 cm)-long x 1\" (2.5 cm)-wide bias strip cut from very lightweight, non-stretch woven fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF pattern includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStep-by-step illustrated instructions; US letter\/A4 print-at-home pattern (41 pages for sizes 00-20, 48 pages for sizes 16-40); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets for sizes 00-20, 5 sheets for sizes 16-40) \/\/ Layers: Yes \/\/ Projector file: Yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/sewing-pattern-reviews\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esewing pattern reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom the sewing community. We also have a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/blog\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esewing blog\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eto keep you up to date with all the news from the world of sewing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Itch to Stitch","offers":[{"title":"PDF SIZES 00-20","offer_id":56338086363515,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF SIZES 16-40 \/ REGULAR BUST","offer_id":56338086396283,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF SIZES 16-40 \/ FULL BUST","offer_id":56338086429051,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8209\/8726\/files\/Buy_the_Aiken_Polo_Shirt_and_Dress_sewing_pattern_from_Itch_to_Stitch_on_The_Fold_Line..jpg?v=1784199168","url":"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/products\/itch-to-stitch-aiken-polo-shirt-and-dress","provider":"The Fold Line","version":"1.0","type":"link"}