Paneled Sweatshirt with Shaped Hem

Name: Paneled Sweatshirt with Shaped Hem
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 4797
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #4797

This distinctive women's sweatshirt pattern is drafted to your own measurements, or a standard size if preferred, and features an intricately paneled construction, a comfortable relaxed fit, and a uniquely shaped hemline. It's a versatile layering piece for cooler spring or autumn days, offering a polished yet relaxed option for casual outings and comfortable travel. Crafted from low-stretch knit fabrics, it blends comfort with modern style.

Tech. Description

Paneled Sweatshirt with Shaped Hem

This distinctive women's sweatshirt features an intricately paneled construction, a comfortable relaxed fit, and a uniquely shaped hemline for a contemporary silhouette.

When To Wear:

Casual Chic Outings: Perfect for elevated everyday wear, blending comfort with modern style.
Transitional Seasons: An ideal layering piece for cooler spring or autumn days.
Comfortable Travel: Offers a stylish yet relaxed option for journeys and excursions.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a relaxed-fit sweatshirt with a modern, contemporary aesthetic, shaped through intricate paneling.

Neckline: Classic crew neck, finished with a neat facing for a smooth, clean edge.

Shoulder/Yoke: Wide front and back yokes run across the shoulders and the top of the sleeves; the sleeves are joined to the lower part of the armhole.

Sleeves: Long sleeves finished with folded double-layer cuffs (cut from the main fabric).

Body Panels: Center front with princess seams and side front panels that wrap to the back.

Hem: a shaped hemline: folded double-layer inserts at the sides form angled points; the center front panel hangs straight.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. This pattern involves accurate seam matching for multiple panels, working with knit fabrics, and constructing a shaped hem and neckline facing.

Fabric Recommendations

Suitable for knit fabrics with a low degree of stretch, offering both structure and comfort:

Low-stretch knit fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

Knit fusible interfacing (for cuffs and neck facings)

Cutter's Must

When stitching pieces, pay attention to the notches - they must match!

From main fabric:
Back Yoke – 1 piece
Back – 1 piece
Center Front – 1 piece
Side Front – 2 pieces
Front Yoke – 1 piece
Insert – 2 pieces
Sleeve – 2 pieces
Cuff – 2 pieces
Back Neckline Facing – 1 piece
Front Neckline Facing – 1 piece
From fusible interfacing:
Cuff – 2 pieces
Back Neckline Facing – 1 piece
Front Neckline Facing – 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

Fuse interfacing to the Cuffs, Back Neckline Facing and Front Neckline Facing.
Stitch the Side Front to the Back, press seam allowances towards the back, and serge. Serge the bottom edge of the back, press to the wrong side, and topstitch.
Fold each Insert in half lengthwise, right sides together, and stitch one short edge (start/end stitching precisely at the marked attachment seam). Turn the Insert right side out, straighten, and press. Serge the inner edge. Stitch the outer layer of the Insert to the Back and Side Front, press the seam allowances towards the Insert. Topstitch the inner layer over the seam.
Stitch the Side Front pieces to the Center Front (princess seams), press seam allowances towards the center, and serge. Serge the bottom edge of the Center Front, press to the wrong side, and topstitch.
Stitch the sleeve seams, press seam allowances towards the back, and serge.
Stitch each Cuff into a ring, press seam allowances open. Fold the cuff lengthwise in half, wrong sides together, and press. Stitch the cuff to the bottom edge of the sleeve, stretching it to the required length. Press seam allowances upwards and serge.
Stitch the sleeve to the lower part of the armhole. Press seam allowances and serge.
Stitch the shoulder seams of the Front Yoke and Back Yoke, press seam allowances towards the back, and serge. Stitch the yoke to the garment, press seam allowances towards the yoke, and serge.
Stitch the shoulder seams of the neckline facings, press seam allowances open. Serge the outer edge. Place the facings right sides together with the garment and stitch the neckline edge. Clip seam allowances at curves, turn facings to the wrong side, and press. Secure facings to the shoulder seams.