Because you are printing the pattern from home, in most cases you will have to assemble parts of the pattern.
For Newer patterns:
Follow the map and assemble in order 1, 2,3, etc. The grey lines overlap and should line up. Tap together. Then cut out patterns before using nice sewing scissors. See video for more instruction
For older patterns:
On the second page there is a picture of what the completed, assembled pattern will look like (it’s at the top of the page so you’ll know it’s not the pattern).
The pages following that picture are the pieces to the pattern.
All of the pages overlap .5 inches.
At the top and bottom you will notice small lines ( _ I )these are guides to help you line up the pages.
Tape the pages together.
Because the paper you’ll be printing on is much thicker than the tissue paper of most patterns, I recommend pre- cutting the pattern with your paper scissors so you don’t dull your sewing scissors.
Now you’re ready to use the pattern! The great part is that you can just store these patterns and use them multiple times because they are so sturdy.
Hello, I am going to try and make the little red riding hood. I have printed the pattern and am about to assemble the pieces. The grey line that I am supposed to overlap throught the pattern is printed about 3 cm from the short side of the paper and about 1 cm on the long side, is this supposed to happen? I am a bit worried that my printer has made each picture smaller and that my pattern will be to small. I hope you understand what I’ve written.
Hi Anna,
The pdf is designed for typical US paper which is 8.5 inches by 11 inches (215.9 mm × 279.4 mm). So if you are using a different paper size that can be a factor. There should be some white space between the gray line and the edge of the paper – I didn’t make it a full bleed ( color going to the edge of the paper) on purpose as most at home printers don’t have that capability. My guess is you are using a different paper size, but it’s printing fine. Just make sure that you are printing at 100%. Also be sure that you do not make it fit the paper or other options that can cause the ration to become skewed.
Hope that clarifies!
Angel
It’s printed a few cm from the edge of the paper, sorry.
Hi, I have a few questions. I printed out the large Mad Hattar pattern, assembled it . Am I suspose to cut the pattern on the solid black line and what exactly does cardboard cut to line mean. Thanks
Hi Marilyn,
this is all clearly explained in the video and instructions found here – http://www.fleecefun.com/mini-top-hat.html
Thanks,
Angel
I am making the Little Red Riding Hood cape and am curious about the tie. There isn’t a pattern piece for it. Am I to just use the remnants to create the tie from my own dimensions?
Hi Cathi,
The tie – as mentioned int he directions is made from ribbon or elastic with a button. You can make the tie from scraps if you choose, but I don’t know if any would be long enough to make it look good.
– Angel
Hi, I am confused, i have printed and assembleed the pattern but unsure how to piece the cap together i can not get the 1 back and 2 front pieces to line up so they piece together good
Kay,
Could you tell me what size and what pattern you are dealing with?
– Angel
Angel,
I am making the Thankful Apron. You have the pttern making the apron with a waistband. I want the waist band and also the belt that ties in the back.
you have no instructions on how to add the belt. Do I just sew it to the bottom of the waist band ? I sent a note before to you but never got an answer. Sure would be nice to be able to chat with you to ask questions. I do not do twitter.
Thank you
I am confused by what you mean by “belt”. If you are referring to the waist tie straps those are clearly mentioned in the tutorial. You cut two waist tie straps (mentioned in step 1), finish the edges (step 2) then add them at the appropriate time ( step 5). This is also mentioned in the video tutorial. If you could clarify on where you’re confused I will try to explain better.
– Angel
Hi Angel,
I’m trying to make the child size red riding hood cape, but like Kay mentioned above I can’t seem to get the on back piece to match up win the front. Should there be two back pieces? Thanks.
hi angel, i am making the thankful apron and have a question about the lining. when ironing under the bottom 1 inch do you fold it twice or just once. i did it once 1 inch and it doesn’t match up with the bottom of the bodice.
It’s supposed to hang down little bit from the bodice to give you some room to play when top stitch on the other side. Sounds liek you’re doign everything right.
I want to make the fleece hat with ribbon, but I don’t know how to get the pattern :/
Hi Anne,
You need to go to this page – http://www.fleecefun.com/basic-hat-with-ribbon-how-to.html and click on the pattern envelope in the size you need.
Thank you for all these lovely patterns..My daughter is now 30 weeks pregnant, and this excited Grandma is now able to make her some homemade items for babe, something stitched with love is always the best gift….