Pathfinder Vest - Children
gender neutral
Pathfinder Vest - Children
gender neutral
Keep them bundled up, wherever their imagination may take them. The Pathfinder Vest pattern is perfect for a cool afternoon of adventuring, with freedom of movement and added warmth.
Mix and match styles to achieve over 70 stunning combinations, for all children.
Skill level: Beginner - adventurous beginner depending on options chosen
- Curved Dropped back option - keep those kidneys warm
- Pixie hood & Classic Round hood
- Two lengths - Classic & Extended for extra warmth
- V-neck & Round neck
- Flutter sleeve
- Collar
- Yoked Pleated Back option
- 2 Pocket styles
- Optional overlapping button stand
- Numerous options for closure
Download the BONUS Add-on pattern piece for the Crossroads front here.
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Make old things new again! Twig & Tale patterns pair wonderfully with upcycled fabrics. Look to vintage blankets, gently used wool sweaters and corduroy/wool trousers for exteriors - vintage sheets and lovely shirts for lining.
Don't be afraid to embellish a little! Explore our beginner-friendly Embroidery Pattern Collections.
Sizing + Supplies
The children's Pathfinder Vest includes sizes 12-18m - size 14
View size chart + materials list
View Baby Pathfinder | view Women's Pathfinder
Printing Info
This digital pattern is tiled and designed to print using your home printer on either US Letter, or A4 paper.
The pattern includes a nifty “layers” feature, allowing you to print only the size(s) you need, or all of the sizes. Full step-by-step printing instructions are supplied.
FAQ
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- Works With
- Resources
The Pathfinder Vest includes video tutorials for all steps of construction.
Below is a sample, with the full video included in the pattern tutorial at purchase.
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Mashes With
This pattern is designed to "mash" with elements of the following
Add-Ons
Expand your pattern with these creative add-ons
I made a vest with a pixie hood for my niece’s first birthday. I used corduroy for the outer fabric and quilting cotton for the lining. I really liked the layer feature on the PDF file as well as all the options to customize. I’ll be making more for my own kids!
What a quick easy make! I put it together with a coverstitch and it has become my go to vest daily! I have ordered more fabric to make one for my daughter-in-law and new baby. Matching Mom / Baby ensemble.
Just the thing for my daughter's dress up outfit. It was so much fun to sew!
I really enjoyed sewing this! It was my first lined garment, and it was pretty foolproof. My kid thinks it’s reversible. I wish I had made the hood a little bigger to extend over the head a little further (my kid has a long neck), but I’m thrilled with how it came out, and look forward to making the women’s version for myself!
Have made these two size 2 vests for gifts. Managed to cut the grey from a single wool cashmere repurposed coat. Added the piping for the pop and tried a round hood as well as the pixie. Lovely pattern, may now be addicted. So versatile. Will certainly make more and keen to make a coat also.
I started with the petal dress as my first sewing project ever. Moved on to the evergreen bonnet, then the wayfarer shoes, and finally felt ready to tackle my first pathfinder vest. This vest was so much fun to make! There are so many different combinations of fabrics and add-ons you can choose that it makes it feel like you are creating something truly unique. I can hardly wait to make another one that looks completely different!
I have made two Pathfinders so far and will definitely make many more. The pattern is very versatile, especially when combining with the animal add-on. I am really very impressed with the amazing video tutorials which help a visual person like me to quickly learn new sewing skills. The patterns are truly timeless and by changing fabrics and textures can suit any style and preference. I will say, that it is not a quick sewing project, but somehow as soon as one is complete I already think of a new interpretation of the pattern :)
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Cute and easy project! Pattern is clear and easy to follow. Can’t wait to make more!
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I made a vest with a pixie hood for my niece’s first birthday. I used corduroy for the outer fabric and quilting cotton for the lining. I really liked the layer feature on the PDF file as well as all the options to customize. I’ll be making more for my own kids!
What a quick easy make! I put it together with a coverstitch and it has become my go to vest daily! I have ordered more fabric to make one for my daughter-in-law and new baby. Matching Mom / Baby ensemble.
Just the thing for my daughter's dress up outfit. It was so much fun to sew!
I really enjoyed sewing this! It was my first lined garment, and it was pretty foolproof. My kid thinks it’s reversible. I wish I had made the hood a little bigger to extend over the head a little further (my kid has a long neck), but I’m thrilled with how it came out, and look forward to making the women’s version for myself!
Have made these two size 2 vests for gifts. Managed to cut the grey from a single wool cashmere repurposed coat. Added the piping for the pop and tried a round hood as well as the pixie. Lovely pattern, may now be addicted. So versatile. Will certainly make more and keen to make a coat also.
I started with the petal dress as my first sewing project ever. Moved on to the evergreen bonnet, then the wayfarer shoes, and finally felt ready to tackle my first pathfinder vest. This vest was so much fun to make! There are so many different combinations of fabrics and add-ons you can choose that it makes it feel like you are creating something truly unique. I can hardly wait to make another one that looks completely different!
I have made two Pathfinders so far and will definitely make many more. The pattern is very versatile, especially when combining with the animal add-on. I am really very impressed with the amazing video tutorials which help a visual person like me to quickly learn new sewing skills. The patterns are truly timeless and by changing fabrics and textures can suit any style and preference. I will say, that it is not a quick sewing project, but somehow as soon as one is complete I already think of a new interpretation of the pattern :)
Cute and easy project! Pattern is clear and easy to follow. Can’t wait to make more!