Minerva Men’s Sewing Pattern 6018 – Single-Breasted 3-Button Blazer with Notched Lapel, Chest Welt Pocket & Three Double-Welt Pockets with Flaps
Introducing a men’s sewing pattern for the single-breasted jacket with flap pockets and notched lapels – Sharp Structure with Timeless Elegance.
WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 6018
This tailored jacket is a versatile essential, making it perfect for:
- Business Wear: A refined companion to dress shirts and trousers for professional settings.
- Special Occasions: Ideal for weddings, evening events, or formal gatherings.
- Smart Casual: Dress down with denim or chinos for an effortless, modern look.
KEY DESIGN FEATURES
Silhouette: Structured, single-breasted jacket with shaping seams for a tailored fit.
Collar & Lapels: Notched lapel collar with clean lines and refined proportions.
Front: Three-button closure with two lower flap pockets and a double welt chest pocket.
Back: Center-back seam with vent for ease of movement.
Sleeves: Two-piece tailored sleeves with button cuffs.
Details: Double flap pocket design adds structure and classic style.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Advanced. Requires precision in setting sleeves, constructing tailored lapels, and applying professional finishing techniques with interfacing and lining.
SEAM ALLOWANCES
No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at €1 is chosen, pattern will come with seam allowances included.
Please note:
- A single contour on the pattern pieces means no seam allowances are included.
- A double contour indicates seam allowances are included.
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MEN’S SEWING PATTERN 6018
Wool or wool-blend suiting fabrics, or medium-weight tailored fabrics with structure and drape:
- Worsted wool suiting
- Wool blend gabardine
- Twill suiting fabrics
- Blended tailoring cloths
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Lining fabric
- Non-woven material
- Fusible interfacing
- Synthetic padding
- 3 medium buttons (20 mm)
- 9 small buttons (15 mm)
- Shoulder pads
CUTTER’S MUST FOR MEN’S SEWING PATTERN 6018
From Main Fabric:
- Back Part – 2 pieces
- Front Part– 2 pieces
- Side – 2 pieces
- Front Facing – 2 pieces
- Upper Sleeve – 2 pieces
- Lower Sleeve – 2 pieces
- Outer Collar – 1 piece
- Collar Stand for Outer Collar (marked on pattern as “Stand-up Collar”) – 1 piece
- Chest Pocket Welt – 1 piece
- Chest Welt Pocket Lining – 1 piece
- Pocket Flap – 2 pieces
- Pocket Welt – rectangle 18 × 3 cm – 4 pieces
- Pocket Lining (marked on pattern as “MESHKOVINA_BOL_KARMANA) – 1 piece
- Right Pocket Flap (marked on pattern as “KLAPAN_KARMASHKA) – 1 piece
- Right Pocket Welt – rectangle 13 × 3 cm – 2 pieces
- Right Pocket Lining (marked on pattern as “MESHKOVINA_KARMASHKA) – 1 piece
From Nonwoven Fabric:
Lower Collar (with integrated collar stand) – 1 piece
From Lining Fabric:
For drafting the lining pattern pieces, use the following patterns with the following modifications:
- Back Lining – use Back Part pattern, add 2 cm pleat at center back, exclude vent extension; cut 2.
- Front Lining – use Front Part excluding facing area; cut 2.
- Upper Sleeve – use pattern excluding vent extension; cut 2.
- Lower Sleeve – use pattern excluding vent extension; cut 2.
- Pocket Flap – cut 2.
- Pocket Lining – use Pocket Lining pattern piece (marked on pattern as “MESHKOVINA_BOL_KARMANA) – cut 1 piece
- Right Pocket Flap – use Right Pocket Flap pattern piece (marked on pattern as “KLAPAN_KARMASHKA) – cut 1 piece
- Right Pocket Lining – use Right Pocket Lining pattern piece (marked on pattern as “MESHKOVINA_KARMASHKA) – 1 piece
- Shorten both jacket and sleeves lining by 2 cm at the hem.
From Fusible Interfacing:
- Front Part– 2 pieces
- Front Facing – 2 pieces
- Outer Collar – 1 piece
- Collar Stand – 1 piece
- Pocket Flap – 3 pieces
- Chest Welt- 1 piece
- Hem allowances of Fronts, Back and Sleeves
- Vent extensions of the left Back Part and sleeves.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out the paper patterns according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine yardage. Remember to include paired and symmetrical pieces. Press fusible interfacing on all marked areas before assembly.
MEN’S SEWING PATTERN 6018 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS
DXF AAMA – For 3D designers, fully compatible with most 3D fashion software.
PLT – For contractors, enabling precise cutting layouts.
PDF – Print-at-home format for advanced sewists.
CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES
Pattern 6018 offers both custom sizing based on individual measurements and ASTM US standard sizing:
- Bust/Chest: 35 cm to 170 cm
- Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm
The drafting software tailors the pattern to your specific dimensions, ensuring precise fit at the shoulders, chest, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.
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