Verified Open Pattern (1.0.0-published)

This pattern includes verified home printable specification files, dual-unit sizing charts, and full cutting guides. License: Drafted by Threadline Patterns. CC BY-SA 4.0 International..

Knit Tee Beginner XS to 3XL (Bust 80–132 cm / 31.5"–52.0")

Cropped Boxy Streetwear Tee

The Cropped Boxy Tee is an absolute favorite in modern streetwear. Designed with an exaggerated dropped shoulder, wide armholes, an authentic thick 2.5 cm (1 in) ribbed neckband, and a boxy silhouette hitting right at the waistband of high-rise trousers or jeans.

Jump to Downloads Front & Back Views Size & Measurements Fabric & Tools Step-by-Step Instructions

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	94 cm	76 cm	102 cm
L	102 cm	84 cm	110 cm
XL	112 cm	94 cm	120 cm
2XL	122 cm	104 cm	130 cm
3XL	132 cm	116 cm	142 cm

2. Finished Garment Measurements Chart

Dimensions of the sewn garment, including designed wearing ease.

Swipe sizes

Size	Finished Bust	Finished Length	Bottom Hem
XS	102 cm	48 cm	102 cm
S	108 cm	49.5 cm	108 cm
M	116 cm	51 cm	116 cm
L	124 cm	52.5 cm	124 cm
XL	134 cm	54 cm	134 cm
2XL	144 cm	55.5 cm	144 cm
3XL	154 cm	57 cm	154 cm

Size Selection Guidance

Drafted with 22 cm (8.7") of boxy chest ease. True to streetwear fit.

Wearing Ease Explanation

Boxy streetwear ease of +22 cm (+8.7") across chest with wide drop shoulders.

Fabric & Materials

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

Recommended Fabrics

Heavyweight jersey knits

Heavyweight 100% cotton jersey (230–280 gsm) for authentic streetwear drape
Organic carded cotton jersey
Heavy bamboo-cotton blend

Stretch Requirement: 20–30% stretch with good structure

Notions & Sewing Tools

Ensure you have these ready before starting.

Notions:

1x1 matching rib knit for collar (0.2 m)
Ballpoint needle (size 80/12)
Matching thread

Tools Required:

Sewing machine or serger
Iron and pressing ham

Fabric Yardage Requirements

Size Bracket	115 cm (45") Width	150 cm (60") Width
XS – M	1.3 m (1.4 yd)	1 m (1.1 yd)
L – XL	1.5 m (1.6 yd)	1.2 m (1.3 yd)
2XL – 3XL	1.7 m (1.9 yd)	1.4 m (1.5 yd)

Seam Allowances & Cutting Layout

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

Standard Seams

1.0 cm (3/8 in) serger seam.

Hem Allowance

2.5 cm (1 in) wide streetwear hem.

Neck & Armhole

0.8 cm (5/16 in) for wide collar.

Pattern Pieces to Cut

Piece Name	Quantity & Orientation	Grainline / Cutting Notes
Front Bodice on Fold	Cut 1 on fold	Straight of grain
Back Bodice on Fold	Cut 1 on fold	Straight of grain
Wide Drop Sleeve	Cut 1 pair	Straight of grain
Wide Rib Neckband	Cut 1	Straight of grain

Fabric Cutting Checklist:

Lay patterns parallel to grainline.

Printable Pattern Files

Download PDF files for home printing on standard desktop printers.

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Updated: 2026-03-01

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 (16 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

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US Letter Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for US Letter paper (18 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 scaling. Check 50 mm (Metric) or 2.0 in [50.8 mm] (Imperial) test square with a hard ruler.

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Tile Assembly Instructions

Align numbered letter and row marks. Butt edges together without overlapping untrimmed paper.

Step-by-Step Sewing Instructions

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

Shoulder Seams

Align Front Bodice on Fold and Back Bodice on Fold right sides together. Stitch dropped shoulder seams with stabilizing tape. Press seam allowances toward back.