Digital Pattern + Video Class Pathfinder Vest Sewing Pattern - Women's/Curved Fit
Keep warm, wherever your adventures may take you. The Pathfinder Vest pattern is perfect for an afternoon of adventuring, with freedom of movement and added warmth.
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: Adventurous beginner
Video Support: A full course of clear, concise videos accompany this pattern, alongside a comprehensive written and photographed instruction booklet.
Size Charts + Fabric Requirements
Choose between two size ranges:
0-22 (A-L) Size 0 starts where children's sizes finish
14-38 (H-T)
View Women/Curved Fit Size Chart + Materials List - Sizes 14-38
Make old things new again! Twig & Tale patterns pair wonderfully with upcycled fabrics. Look to gently-used wool blankets, wool or corduroy trousers, or denim skirts.
Don't be afraid to embellish a little! Explore our beginner-friendly Embroidery Pattern Collections.
Views
- Pixie hood and classic round hood
- V-neck and round neck
- Flutter sleeve
- Kangaroo + patch pocket
- Loop, buttonhole or snap closure
Size 0-22 (A-L)
Size 14-38 (H-T)
Helpful Resources
- Fuller Abdomen Adjustment for the Pathfinder Vest
- How to do a Shoulder Width Adjustment
- How to do a Fuller Bust Adjustment (FBA) or Smaller Bust Adjustment (SBA) for a Princess Seam
- How to Finish a Pathfinder Vest with Binding
- How to Add Piping to a Princess Seam
- How to Make Piping
- How to Make Quilted Fabric
- How to Add a Concealed Lining Pocket
- 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.
Crossroads Add-on: The unique petal-shape Crossroads front add-on creates a whole new look! The Crossroads front also makes for a fantastic pregnancy/nursing garment. Please note: The Crossroads Add-on is yet to be updated to the new size ranges and is currently only available in sizes 0-22 (A-L).
Printing Info + FAQ
This is a print-at-home PDF pattern and includes three printing options:
- US Letter/A4 - tiled and designed to print on your home printer
- Copyshop - A0 wide-format file (33.1″ x 46.8″)
- Projector - specially-formatted and optimized for home projector use. Read more about using our projector files here
All pattern printing formats include “layers”, allowing you to print only the size(s) you need, or all of the sizes. A comprehensive sewing instruction tutorial is supplied.
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Customer Reviews
I made this vest for my son's baby dedication using remnant fabric - you don't need much at all to whip up this beauty! I kept it very simple and didn't use any extra variations as I was under a time limit and life with a newborn was pretty hectic! Managed to get it done and was so happy with it! Excited about the huge range in sizing and hope to make a few more for my son in the months to come!
Love the pattern. So quick and easy with so many options. Made a last minute lion vest for my granddaughter from leftover fleece and flannel. She insisted on the bow as she is a “girl” lion.
I sewed the pathfinder vest for my son's Halloween costume. It was my first time sewing a vest and I was very nervous about the buttons and the part where the sides ar sewn together. But it was so clearly and understandable written that it was really easy in the end. Thank you for this beautiful pattern!
This little pattern is big with options, so many indeed that you can't stop at making just one!
It is quick to make and uses very little fabric which is an additional bonus.
I love using these twig & tail patterns. The instructions are so well laid out along with videos. I look forward to purchasing many more in the future.
My daughter had a vest like the pathfinder that we had bought and I loved it so much that I wanted one. I was told about this pattern and have made a vest for me. So proud of how it turned out, just need to sew buttons on to it! Great pattern, easy to follow instructions.
The pattern is very well written. Clear and concise instructions set you up for success👍
This vest was a great project -fun to play with personalizing, instructions easy to understand, and the final project is so cute and cozy. The only problem is the toddle moves too quickly to take a photo that truly shows off the vest. Cannot wait to try another T&T pattern.
I made several of these vests for my grandchildren. I am a tiny bit better than a basic sewer. The directions were just so easy to follow and the pictures were helpful if I needed more clarification. I ended purchasing the animal add-on patterns since the vests were so fun and easy to make! Highly recommend!
This was the first Twig and Tale pattern I have sewed, and it was great! The instructions were so easy to follow, and I love how many variations came with the pattern. Would recommend.
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