how to pattern a tank top

How to Pattern a Tank Top

A Zine

Have you ever aspired to make your own sewing patterns? Do you own a well-fitting old tank top, but wish you had it in other colors or styles? Looking for a fun summer project? Then make your own tank top pattern.

In this 28-page, hand-illustrated zine, you'll learn how to trace a pattern from a preexisting tank top. Once your basic pattern is complete, you can start playing with pattern manipulations: lengthening, shortening, widening, adding fullness, changing the neckline, and more.

Start with your own two hands and a few simple tools, and see where your patternmaking adventures take you.

This zine was written, hand-illustrated, and formatted by me, Louisa Owen Sonstroem.

Published August 2021.

Details: 8.5” x 5.5”, card stock cover, 28 interior pages, black and white, staple binding. There is also a PDF version available for digital download.

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