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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).

Bog Coat Beginner XS – 3XL

Traditional Bog Coat

Traditional Bog Coat. Sourced directly from verified open distributions with authentic rights. Includes complete size tables, ease notes, and illustrated construction steps.

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 112 cm 80 cm 116 cm 38 cm
S 118 cm 82 cm 122 cm 39.5 cm
M 124 cm 84 cm 128 cm 41 cm
L 130 cm 86 cm 134 cm 43 cm
XL 140 cm 88 cm 144 cm 46 cm
2XL 150 cm 90 cm 154 cm 49 cm
3XL 160 cm 92 cm 164 cm 52 cm

Size Selection Guidance

Select size based on chest measurement, accounting for mid-layer garments.

Wearing Ease Explanation

+16 to +22 cm chest ease for layering over sweaters and hoodies.

Fabric & Materials

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

Recommended Fabrics

Lightweight to medium-weight suitable fabric substrates

  • Lightweight to medium-weight suitable fabric substrates
  • Pre-washed natural fibers (cotton, linen, or bamboo)
Stretch Requirement: None (0% stable woven)

Notions & Sewing Tools

Ensure you have these ready before starting.

Notions:
  • Matching all-purpose polyester or cotton sewing thread
  • Universal sewing needle (size 80/12)
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 m (2.2 yd) 1.6 m (1.75 yd)
L – XL 2.4 m (2.6 yd) 1.9 m (2.1 yd)
2XL – 3XL 2.8 m (3.05 yd) 2.3 m (2.5 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
Haori Front Body Cut 1 Pair (1 Left, 1 Right) Geometric front rectangle panel
Haori Back Body Cut 1 Pair Geometric back rectangle panel
Wide Kimono Sleeve Cut 1 Pair Straight underarm kimono sleeve
Continuous Neckband Cut 1 on fold Continuous neckband facing

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.

Download Pattern Files

1.0.0

Direct pattern downloads. No registration, email capture, or paywalls required.

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.

13.9 KB 4 pages
A4 Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for A4 paper (27 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

163.6 KB 27 pages
US Letter Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for US Letter paper (27 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

163.8 KB 27 pages
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 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.

Read full printing & calibration guide →
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.

1

Fold and Mark Body

Align Haori Front Body and Haori Back Body right sides together along shoulder fold. Mark underarm and front opening slits with tailor's chalk.

2

Stitch Underarm and Sleeve Seams

Align folded Wide Kimono Sleeve sections right sides together. Stitch underarm seams continuously and press seam allowances open.

3

Attach Continuous Neckband

Fold Continuous Neckband in half lengthwise wrong sides together. Align neckband raw edges to front and neckline opening right sides together, stitch, and press seam allowances.

4

Hem Sleeve Openings and Coat Hem

Turn under 1.5 cm double folded hems on sleeve openings and lower hem perimeter. Press seam allowances and topstitch securely.

Troubleshooting & Fit Alterations

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

Problem: Seams puckering along stitch line

Possible Cause: Thread tension too high or needle blunt

Recommended Fix: Insert fresh needle and test balance on fabric scrap.

Problem: Wavy edge along curved perimeter

Possible Cause: Edge was stretched while feeding into machine

Recommended Fix: Staystitch immediately after cutting and use walking foot.

License & Permissions:

Threadline Open Design Studio (traditional-bog-coat). Distributed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Designer: Threadline Technical Team.

Source: Threadline Open Design Studio (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Threadline Technical Team

Pattern Credits:

Designed by Threadline Technical Team. Review attribution: Community Open Source Verification.

Version: 1.0.0-published • Last updated: 2026-03-09 Report a problem with this pattern (Traditional Bog Coat)

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