The vest itself is designed to work with  McCalls pattern #6105^* which is a simple basic vest sewing pattern. If you are not an accomplished tailor with experience stitching bulky fabric, we strongly recommend you find a professional to finish the garmet for you as we did in the case of the finished vest you see on these pages.

One piece of advice:

If the finishing technique of pulling the entire vest through the shoulder seams is used, pick something like a soft wool crepe for the back and not something heavy and bulky. On a different vest, Diane found a wonderful textured upholstery fabric that caused no end of problems.

^*Note: We’re heard this pattern may have been discontinued so we’re currently seeking an equivalent pattern.  An experienced tailor will not require this pattern to finish this for you.