Digital Pattern + Video Class Pathfinder Vest Sewing Pattern - Men's/Straight Fit
The Pathfinder is the perfect layer to throw on when headed out the door on coolish days. A perennial favourite, we're convinced that the beauty of the Pathfinder lies in it's simplicity - an easy fit, clean lines, and straightfoward to sew.
Packed with options for different looks, the pattern can be used to create everything from a cosy hooded vest to a casual waistcoat.
Skill Level: Beginner
Video Support: A full course of clear, concise videos accompany this pattern, alongside a comprehensive written and photographed instruction booklet.
Size Chart + Fabric Requirements
Choose between two size ranges:
30-52 Includes youth/tween sizes, bridging from where the children's sizes finish
46-66
View size chart + finished garment measurements + materials list
VIEWS
- Round or Pixie hood
- Button closure (with loops or buttonholes)
- Patch or Kangaroo pockets
- Straight back, or curved dropped back
- Optional back yoke
BONUS RESOURCES
- Fuller Bust Adjustment (FBA) for a Flat Front Garment (no dart)
- Fuller Bust Adjustment (FBA) for a Flat Front Garment (adding a dart)
- How to do a Shoulder Width Adjustment
- Introducing the Pathfinder Vest
- How to Finish a Pathfinder Vest with Binding
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Inspiration: Puffer Style Vest
- How to make a concealed lining pocket
- How to Make Quilted Fabric
- Fabric Inspiration for Vests and Coats
- How to Make a Hand Stitched Buttonhole
Add-ons
Animal Add-on for Pathfinder: Transform your Pathfinder into a fun animal vest you simply won't want to take off. The Animal Add-on includes the elements required to make 14 different animals.
PRINTING INFO + FAQ
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Customer Reviews
I used the vest pattern size five on my larger, almost 4 year old. Added ears and a tail for his Halloween costume and he loved it! I used wool for the outer and an old cashmere sweater for the inside and it’s so cozy I want one for myself!
My 8-year-old grandson wanted to be Hamlet for Halloween. I made the vest and pantaloons (a Twig and Tale pattern too) out of velveteen. He was quite happy with the results. The vest is a bit longer than the pattern, otherwise no changes were made to original design. I'm going to make another, shorter vest out of recycled tweed for his Christmas present. He told me a while ago how cool it would be to have a vest and a pocket watch. Thanks. I'm having fun.
I was hoping to make a quilt coat for my Great Niece, who is 1, from a quilt my Grandmother made. I had previously made an adult coat from the quilt last year. the remaining pieces of the quilt were not enough for a coat. There were enough for a vest. I came across the Pathfinded pattern and it looked like it would work. It was perfect! Instructions are well organized and easy to follow. It was such a fun project I made another vest for my Great Niece. I see a few mor of these in her future.
I found the instructions really straight forward, even though I’m quite a novice. I made a size 3, with appliqué on the front, which added some bulk. Be careful not to add too much extra fabric if you decide to do something similar as you’ll struggle to turn it back from inside-out to finish - it needs to all pull through the shoulders. You’ll know when you know!
I got the vest and animal add ons. I’m a novice sewer that hadn’t touched my machine in over a year and was able to put together the pattern and sew my kid a vest in a weekend. It turned out so cute and I learned a lot. Well worth it. Now I’m sewing another one for my bigger child for book week!
This is one of the best patterns I have. Easy to download. I do sizes individually and had no problem. Great instructions and great fit. 10/10
What a treat to make this pathfinder vest with animal add ons. I raided my scrap fabrics and used all sorts of combinations. It was a fun creative process. Easy to understand directions. My grandson loved his! I will be making more!!!
A second time round and the right size for the pattern. Lovely and easy pattern with clear instructions to follow. You’ve got to admit he does looks cute.
The instructions and pattern are easy to follow. With written and pictured instructions make two reference points. Having instructions on the pattern itself meant you didn’t have to keep referring to anything else while cutting
Found the pattern super easy to follow. Made one for my best friend who loves it.
