GUSTE Hoodie | PDF Sewing Pattern

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Brand SewSimple

Sizes

32-60

Sewing level easy

Sewing time 1–2 afternoons

Category Women's hoodies & jumpers

Fabrics

Sweatshirt fabric, Knit fabrics, Romanit jersey, Knitted fabric

This is everything included in the e-book:

Detailed, illustrated sewing instructions
Sewing pattern in A4 + A0 (B/W)
Fabric requirements chart
Body measurements chart
Size 32-60
Pattern pieces for main fabric & lining
Fabric requirements for 140 cm

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Further information

Want to sew a shirt that fits comfortably and looks great? With the GUSTE pattern, you can create a casual top with a beautiful A-line silhouette – even in plus sizes.

The choice is yours: sew GUSTE with a sophisticated wrap collar or a cool hood. The raglan cut ensures a comfortable fit and plenty of freedom of movement. The body and sleeves have a relaxed fit and are slightly flared at the hem.

The generous patch pocket is practical while adding a nice accent. For the hem, you can choose between a classic turned-up hem and a cuffed finish.

GUSTE – a versatile pattern for a comfortable shirt with a hood or wrap collar. Choose your fabric, start sewing, put on your new favorite shirt! 😉

What you need for sewing

Elastic fabrics, e.g., sweatshirt fabric, French terry, viscose jersey, velour, elastic velvet
Sewing thread
Fabric scissors
Iron
Sewing machine, possibly an overlocker/coverstitch machine

Fabrics you can use to sew Guste

The shirt has a slightly figure-hugging cut. Therefore, elastic fabrics are particularly well-suited for Guste.

Sweatshirt fabric: This soft, brushed material is perfect for sewing beautiful hoodies for the cold season or cool summer evenings. Sweatshirt fabric is easy to work with, making it a great choice for beginners.
French Terry: My absolute favorite fabric! French Terry is a cross between jersey and sweatshirt fabric. It is thinner than sweatshirt fabric and thicker than jersey, and is very comfortable to work with. For those who are still hesitant about jersey, I recommend French Terry: no curling edges or wavy seams. And it feels super comfortable on the skin. French Terry is also very suitable for plus-size clothing because it is not bulky!
Jersey: Also a very good option! Jersey can be used to conjure up summery hooded shirts for the beach or as a matching piece for shorts and capri pants. There are many varieties in terms of quality, ranging from firm ponte knit to soft, flowing viscose jersey.
Velour fabric: Want to be bundled up warmly while still looking stylish? You can't go wrong with cuddly soft velour fabric. However, this velvety fabric is not entirely easy to manage. My tips for sewing with velour fabrics will certainly help you here!

How much fabric do I need for each size?

With a fabric width of 140 cm, you need the following amounts of fabric:

Sizes 32 – 36: 155 cm
Sizes 38 – 44: 175 cm
Sizes 46 – 50: 185 cm
Sizes 52 – 54: 210 cm
Size 56: 220 cm
Size 58: 225 cm
Size 60: 230 cm

Perfect matches for the Guste sweater

Be sure to use a jersey or stretch needle when sewing knit fabrics. If you would like to sew with a straight stitch, an elastic thread, e.g., Seraflex by Mettler, is suitable.

For sewing with an all-purpose thread, e.g., Seralon by Mettler, it is best to use an elastic stitch, such as a narrow or wide zigzag stitch.

What you need

Fabrics & Requirements

Sweatshirt fabric^*

Machine:: Zigzag stitchOverlock seamstretch seamBackstitch functionStraight stitch
Interfacing:: Vlieseline H609

Needle:: Stretch needle^*
Thread:: All-purpose sewing thread^*

Sweatshirt fabric is a soft, somewhat thicker fabric that is usually slightly brushed on the inside – which makes it feel nice and warm and cosy.

It is elastic or at least slightly stretchy, which makes it super comfortable. That is exactly why it is so popular for cosy clothing.

Depending on the type, it comes as French terry (with loops on the inside) or as brushed sweatshirt fabric (really fluffy on the inside).

Sweatshirt fabric is usually easy to sew; it hardly curls and is nice and stable.

It is perfect for hoodies, joggers, jumpers or comfy dresses.

In short: cosy, warm and the perfect fabric for relaxed feel-good pieces.

Knit fabrics^*

Machine:: Overlock seamstretch seamBackstitch functionStraight stitch
Interfacing:: Vlieseline H609

Needle:: Jersey needle^*

Knit fabric is a soft, often somewhat thicker fabric with a typical knitted structure – similar to a knitted jumper. It is elastic, cosy and feels really snug on the skin.

Depending on the type, knit fabric can be fine and light or nicely chunky and warm. The surface is often slightly textured and instantly gives your make a casual look.

It is usually easy to handle when sewing but can stretch a little – so work calmly and without pulling. Perfect for cardigans, jumpers, dresses or comfy trousers.

In short: soft, warm and ideal for cosy favourite pieces.

Romanit jersey^*

Machine:: Straight stitchBackstitch functionstretch seamOverlock seam
Interfacing:: Vlieseline H609

Needle:: Jersey needle^*
Thread:: All-purpose sewing thread^*

Romanit jersey is a somewhat thicker, stable jersey fabric that is super comfortable to wear. It is elastic but not as “floppy” as regular jersey – more structured and nicely smooth. As a result, it drapes softly without clinging to every little curve.

The fabric usually feels cool and soft on the skin and hardly creases. So it is perfect for comfortable yet smart clothing such as dresses, skirts, blazers or trousers. Romanit jersey is pretty relaxed to sew because it does not curl as much.

In short: as comfy as jersey, but a bit smarter and neater in look.

Knitted fabric^*

Machine:: Overlock seamstretch seamStraight stitchBackstitch function
Interfacing:: Vlieseline H609

Needle:: Jersey needle^*

Knitted fabric is an elastic fabric created by a special knitting technique. This makes it stretchy and lets it move easily with you – so it is super comfortable. Knitted fabric is sometimes also simply called "knit fabric".

Unlike woven fabric, knitted fabric is rather soft and flexible, often also somewhat thicker or more voluminous, depending on the type. The surface can look very different: smooth, fine or slightly textured.

Knitted fabric is usually easy to sew because it is easy to work with and does not fray quickly. Perfect for comfortable clothing such as T-shirts, dresses, leggings or light jackets.

In short: stretchy, cosy and made for everything that should fit comfortably.

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