Dia Kids Sweater & Tunic PDF Sewing Pattern

The sewn-in graphical diamond artwork gives the Dia sweater an edgy and modern look - keep it fresh & clean by using a knit fabric in a single color or go crazy and color-block away! For those intimidated by seam matching all the pieces of the diamond, we've also added a "basic diamond" and a "basic front bodice" to the pattern.  

The Dia sweater has 4 different lengths: a straight & high low sweater and straight & high low tunic length. Both normal and puff sleeves come in a long and short sleeved option. Additional options include adding an inside neckband to your neckband and thumbhole cuffs. Next to that, you can also combine the Dia sweater with our Shuffle Hoods & Collars Add-on pack! 

Make sure to also check out the Dia Ladies Sweater & Tunic PDF Sewing Pattern, or get both the kids & ladies version in a bundle!

Techniques involved include sewing with knits, straight & curved seams, using basting threads (only for the puff sleeves), seam matching and attaching ribbing.

SIZE RANGE
80 - 164 |  9-12m - 13-14y
 
SKILL LEVEL ?
Intermediate   

• extensive illustrated step by step tutorial
• size and body measurements chart
• finished garment measurements chart
• fabric chart
• page printing chart (only print the pages you need)
• pattern layout
• bands cutting chart (measurements for all rectangle pattern pieces)
• size blending, lengthening & shortening instructions
• all charts come in metric and imperial measurements

SUGGESTED MATERIALS
Main fabric: medium weight sweater knits - french terry, fleece, velours, with at least 25% stretch (lycra or elastane).
All rectangular bands (neckband, hem bottom bands & sleeve bands): Rib knit, jersey lycra or main fabric. 

High low bottom bands: main fabric or a heavier weight jersey knit is recommended.

The diamond: any type of fabric, woven or knit. Just make sure the weight is the same (or comes close to) the main fabric. 
 
NOTIONS
* thread
* ballpoint sewing needle
* pins
* scissors
* twin needle (optional)
* fabric marker (optional)
 
MACHINES
Sewing machine / Serger. When using a sewing machine, use a knit stitch or small zigzag stitch in place of the serged seam. Finish the seams with a big zigzag stitch.

A BIG THANK YOU
Goes out to all the lovely ladies that have helped me in perfecting this pattern and tutorial!

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