Verified Open Pattern (1.0.0-published)

This pattern includes verified home printable specification files, dual-unit sizing charts, and full cutting guides. Upstream source: Threadline Open Design Studio (CC BY-SA 4.0).

Cocoon Cardigan Beginner XS – 3XL

Cocoon-Silhouette Cardigan

Cocoon-Silhouette Cardigan. Sourced directly from verified open distributions with authentic rights. Includes complete size tables, ease notes, and illustrated construction steps.

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Technical Garment Schematics

Front and back flats illustrating seam lines, hem curves, and design details.

Front Elevation

Back Elevation

Sizing & Measurement Tables

Review both body benchmarks and finished garment ease before cutting your cloth.

Measurement Unit

Toggle between metric and imperial values across all charts

1. Body Measurements Chart

Your physical body dimensions. Measure over undergarments with a snug tape.

Swipe sizes

Size	Bust	Waist	Hip
XS	80 cm	62 cm	88 cm
S	86 cm	68 cm	94 cm
M	92 cm	74 cm	100 cm
L	98 cm	80 cm	106 cm
XL	108 cm	90 cm	116 cm
2XL	118 cm	100 cm	126 cm
3XL	128 cm	110 cm	136 cm

2. Finished Garment Measurements Chart

Dimensions of the sewn garment, including designed wearing ease.

Swipe sizes

Size	Finished Bust	Finished Length	Bottom Hem	Bicep Circumference
XS	106 cm	82 cm	114 cm	36 cm
S	112 cm	84 cm	120 cm	37.5 cm
M	118 cm	86 cm	126 cm	39 cm
L	124 cm	88 cm	132 cm	41 cm
XL	134 cm	90 cm	142 cm	44 cm
2XL	144 cm	92 cm	152 cm	47 cm
3XL	154 cm	94 cm	162 cm	50 cm

Size Selection Guidance

Select size based on chest measurement. For an oversized streetwear fit, choose one size up.

Wearing Ease Explanation

+18 to +26 cm bust ease for dramatic, cocoon slouchy drape.

Fabric & Materials

Recommended substrates, stretch allowances, yardage requirements, and required notions.

Recommended Fabrics

Medium-weight drapey knit: French terry, waffle knit, or sweater knit (220–300 gsm)

French terry with modal or spandex
Waffle texture knit
Brushed sweater knit

Stretch Requirement: 25–40% crosswise stretch with good recovery

Notions & Sewing Tools

Ensure you have these ready before starting.

Notions:

Matching polyester stretch thread
Ballpoint needle (size 80/12)
Clear elastic for shoulder stabilization (25 cm)

Tools Required:

Sewing machine
Fabric shears
Pins or fabric clips
Steam iron and ironing board

Fabric Yardage Requirements

Size Bracket	115 cm (45") Width	150 cm (60") Width
XS – M	2.4 m (2.6 yd)	1.9 m (2.1 yd)
L – XL	2.8 m (3.05 yd)	2.3 m (2.5 yd)
2XL – 3XL	3.2 m (3.5 yd)	2.7 m (2.95 yd)

Seam Allowances & Cutting Layout

Exact seam allowances included in pattern lines, piece list, and cutting discipline.

Standard Seams

10 mm (3/8 in) included on all seams.

Hem Allowance

15 mm (5/8 in) double-fold hem.

Neck & Armhole

6 mm (1/4 in) for neckband or binding attachment.

Pattern Pieces to Cut

Piece Name	Quantity & Orientation	Grainline / Cutting Notes
Cocoon Front Body	Cut 1 Pair in Knit Fabric	Curved cocoon silhouette front
Cocoon Back Body	Cut 1 on Fold in Knit Fabric	Curved center back fold
Dolman Sleeves / Extensions	Cut 1 Pair in Knit Fabric	Extended sleeve segments
Continuous Collar Band	Cut 2 (joined at Center Back)	Long continuous front and neck band
Deep Patch Pockets	Cut 1 Pair in Self Knit	Spacious slouchy hip pockets
Sleeve Cuff Bands	Cut 1 Pair in Ribbing or Self	Fitted wrist cuffs to anchor volume

Fabric Cutting Checklist:

Press fabric before cutting to remove packing folds and pre-shrink fibers.
Align piece grainlines strictly parallel to fabric selvages.
Transfer notch markings with small 3 mm snips into the seam allowance margin.

Printable Pattern Files

Download PDF files for home printing on standard desktop printers.

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1.0.0

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Updated: 2026-03-09

Instructions Available

Complete offline sewing guidebook with dual calibration test squares, yardage charts, pattern piece cut list, numbered steps, and troubleshooting.

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A4 Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for A4 paper (25 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

186.7 KB • 25 pages

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US Letter Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for US Letter paper (24 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

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Printer Calibration Test Sheet (Free Single Sheet) 2.4 KB

Print at 100% scale (no fit-to-page) and measure the 50mm and 2-inch test boxes with a hard ruler.

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Print Instructions:

Open the downloaded PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader or a dedicated desktop PDF viewer. In the print dialog, select "Actual Size" or "Custom Scale: 100%". Never select "Fit to Printable Area". Always measure the calibration square on Page 1 before proceeding.

These files are prepared from documented pattern references through a technical drafting workflow. If anything appears incorrect, unclear, or causes a sewing problem, email feedbacksewingpattern@gmail.com. Send pattern feedback.

100% Scale Verification

Print Page 1 at 100% scale without page scaling. Check Metric box (50 mm x 50 mm) or Imperial box (2.0 in x 2.0 in = 50.8 mm) with a rigid ruler.

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Tile Assembly Instructions

Align numbered registration marks and butt tile edges flush without overlapping untrimmed paper. Tape securely.

Step-by-Step Sewing Instructions

Draft construction notes. Readable online; review against the pattern pieces before sewing.

Prepare Deep Patch Pockets

Press top hem of pockets under and twin-needle topstitch. Position pockets onto front body markings, pin securely, and edgestitch in place.

Shoulder and Sleeve Seams

Reinforce shoulder seams with clear elastic. Stitch front and back bodice right sides together at the shoulders. Attach sleeve extension pieces to armscyes.

Cocoon Side & Underarm Seams

Align front and back along curved cocoon side seams and underarm sleeves. Stitch in a smooth continuous curve and press toward back.

Assemble Continuous Collar Band

Join collar band halves at center back seam. Fold band lengthwise wrong sides together and press. Pin band around entire front and neck perimeter, easing smoothly, and serge.