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

Relaxed V-Neck Tee

The Relaxed V-Neck Tee is a versatile everyday casual knit top. Features a proportioned mitered V-neckline that doesn't plunge too deep, slightly dropped shoulders, relaxed positive ease through the waist, and twin-needle stitched hems.

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 88 cm 60 cm 92 cm
S 94 cm 61.5 cm 98 cm
M 102 cm 63 cm 106 cm
L 110 cm 64.5 cm 114 cm
XL 120 cm 66 cm 124 cm
2XL 130 cm 67.5 cm 134 cm
3XL 140 cm 69 cm 144 cm

Size Selection Guidance

Provides 8 cm (3.1") of comfortable positive bust ease. Size down for a body-conscious fit.

Wearing Ease Explanation

Relaxed positive ease of +8 cm (+3.1") across the chest for everyday slouchy comfort.

Fabric & Materials

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

Recommended Fabrics

Knit fabrics with at least 30% 2-way stretch

  • Cotton-modal or bamboo jersey (170–200 gsm) for liquid drape
  • 100% Slub cotton jersey for casual textured look
  • Viscose elastane jersey for fluid movement
  • Linen jersey for breathable summer knitwear
Stretch Requirement: 30% crosswise stretch with good recovery

Notions & Sewing Tools

Ensure you have these ready before starting.

Notions:
  • Stretch ballpoint or jersey machine needle (size 75/11 or 80/12)
  • Polyester thread
  • Optional twin-needle for hem
Tools Required:
  • Standard sewing machine (or serger/overlocker)
  • Clear elastic for stabilizing shoulder seams

Fabric Yardage Requirements

Size Bracket 115 cm (45") Width 150 cm (60") Width
XS – M 1.4 m (1.5 yd) 1.1 m (1.2 yd)
L – XL 1.6 m (1.8 yd) 1.3 m (1.4 yd)
2XL – 3XL 1.9 m (2.1 yd) 1.5 m (1.6 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) included for sewing with stretch stitch or serger.

Hem Allowance

2.0 cm (3/4 in) twin-needle or zigzag hem.

Neck & Armhole

0.6 cm (1/4 in) for neckband attachment.

Pattern Pieces to Cut

Piece Name Quantity & Orientation Grainline / Cutting Notes
Front Bodice with V-Neck Cut 1 on fold Straight of grain
Back Bodice on Fold Cut 1 on fold Straight of grain
Short Sleeve Cut 1 pair Straight of grain
Mitered V-Neckband Cut 1 Straight of grain

Fabric Cutting Checklist:

  • Lay pattern pieces parallel to stretch grainline.
  • Cut neckband across greatest stretch.

Printable Pattern Files

Download PDF files for home printing on standard desktop printers.

Download Pattern Files

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

129.7 KB 17 pages
US Letter Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for US Letter paper (19 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.

Download Test Sheet
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.

1

Shoulder Seams with Clear Elastic

Align Front Bodice and Back Bodice on Fold right sides together. Stitch shoulder seams right sides together, incorporating clear elastic into the seam to prevent sagging. Press seam allowances toward back.

2

Prepare Mitered V-Neckband Loop

Join neckband short ends into a continuous loop. Fold neckband right sides together and stitch center front at a 45-degree angle to create the V miter. Press seam allowances open.

3

Attach V-Neckband

Pin mitered point to center front V. Stretch neckband evenly around neckline and stitch with stretch stitch. Press down.

4

Set Sleeves & Side Seams

Insert sleeves flat into armholes right sides together. Stitch side seams in one continuous line right sides together, and press seam allowances.

5

Twin-Needle Hemming

Turn under 2 cm hem on sleeves and bottom curve. Topstitch with twin needle or narrow zigzag.

Troubleshooting & Fit Alterations

Solutions for common fitting hurdles and construction errors specific to this garment.

Problem: Puckering at the V-neck tip

Possible Cause: Not clipped precisely to needle point.

Recommended Fix: Clip front bodice V point precisely 1 mm before needle line so seam lays completely flat.

License & Permissions:

Drafted by Threadline Patterns. CC BY-SA 4.0 International.

Pattern Credits:

Designed by Threadline Technical Team. Graded by Threadline Technical Review. Review attribution: Astrid Lindholm.

Version: 1.0.0-published • Last updated: 2026-03-01 Report a problem with this pattern (Relaxed V-Neck Tee)

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