Modern Sewing Co. Racer Vest

Buy the Racer Vest sewing pattern from Modern Sewing Co. The Racer Vest is a jersey pattern that’s designed to feel like a second skin. The high neck and narrow shoulder give the piece a sporty feel, while the low scoop under the arm gives you breathing space (no tight, sweaty underarms).

It’s an everyday piece that’s fun to make with the binding providing a chance to play with contrast colours. The making process is simple without cutting corners so it’s a great piece for beginners or anyone looking to make a modern wardrobe staple. 

Sewing level: Confident beginner

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (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). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Jersey with elastane (roughly 5-7%) or a fabric knitted with plenty of stretch. Weight of 150-250 gsm. Cotton jersey, bamboo jersey, modal knit, pointelle jersey.

Fabric requirements: 

150 cm wide fabric: Sizes 4 - 12, 70 cm // Sizes 14 - 20, 80 cm // Sizes 22 - 28, 85 cm.

110 cm wide fabric: Sizes 4 - 12, 100 cm // Sizes 14 - 20, 100 cm // Sizes 22 - 28, 120 cm.

If you plan to use a contrast colour for your neck and armhole bindings, you’ll need a 20 cm strip of contrast colour jersey.

Sizing: UK 4 – 28 (approx. UK 4/6 – 26, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

This pattern is drafted for a cup size ‘C’.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (24 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (1 sheet) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: No.

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