digital art museum vest + trousers sewing pattern

digital art museum vest + trousers sewing pattern
Price: $15.95
Brand: Oliver + S
Item: OLV-OS041AMD
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This classic vest and trousers ensemble is sure to be a hit for a day’s excursion out of the house. Fully lined vest includes welt pockets and a belt at the back. Trousers have a faux fly, elastic-back waistband, front pockets, and back welt pockets.

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digital art museum vest + trousers sewing pattern

  • Digital Patterns

    This style is provided as a digital pattern. It may be printed on both home printers (using either 8 1/2" x 11" or A4 paper) and at service bureaus that handle 36" wide sheets. When you complete your order, you will be provided with a unique code to instantly download the pattern. See our digital product policy for full details.

    Printing Information, Sizes 6M-4:

    • Instructions: 15 pages
    • Tiled pattern pieces: 20 pages
    • 36-inch pattern sheets: 1 page
    • A0 pattern sheets: not available for this pattern

    Printing Information, Sizes 5-12:

    • Instructions: 15 pages
    • Tiled pattern pieces: 30 pages
    • 36-inch pattern sheets: 1 page
    • A0 pattern sheets: not available for this pattern

    This classic vest and trousers ensemble is sure to be a hit for a day’s excursion out of the house. Fully lined vest includes welt pockets and a belt at the back. Trousers have a faux fly, elastic-back waistband, front pockets, and back welt pockets.

    Skills Used

    Each of our patterns calls on a unique set of sewing skills. Haven't ever done one of these things before? Don't worry. We'll walk you through it, step by step.

    After successfully sewing this pattern, you will have developed the following skills: buttonholes, front hip pocket, lining, and welt pockets.

    Suggested Fabrics

    Vest: Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics like quilting cotton, shirting, poplin, broadcloth, and linen.
    Trousers: Light-, medium-, or medium-heavyweight fabrics like quilting cotton, shirting, seersucker, lightweight corduroy, denim, wool suiting, canvas, and chambray.
    Waistband facing: Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics.

    Notions

    Vest: Coordinating thread, 5/8" buttons (five for sizes 6M-5, seven for sizes 6-12), lightweight fusible interfacing.
    Trousers: Coordinating thread, lightweight fusible interfacing, one 5/8–3/4" button, 1 yard of 3/4" elastic.

    art museum vest + trousers sewing pattern

    Fabric Guide (all fabric widths: 44" unless otherwise indicated)

    SIZE 6-12 M 12-18 M 18-24 M 2T 3T 4
    View A, Fabric A* 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard
    View A, Fabric B** 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard
    View B, Fabric C 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards
    View B, Fabric C, 58" 3/4 yard 3/4 yard 3/4 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard
    View B, Fabric D*** 1/4 yard 1/4 yard 1/4 yard 1/4 yard 1/4 yard 1/4 yard

    SIZE 5 6 7 8 10 12
    View A, Fabric A* 3/4 yard 3/4 yard 3/4 yard 3/4 yard 3/4 yard 3/4 yard
    View A, Fabric B** 1 yard 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards
    View B, Fabric C 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 1/4 yards 2 1/4 yards
    View B, Fabric C, 58" 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards
    View B, Fabric D*** 1/4 yard 1/4 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard

    * Front, welt pockets, and belt
    ** Lining, back, and belt lining
    *** Waistband and pocket bags



    Finished Measurements

    SIZE 6-12 M 12-18 M 18-24 M 2T 3T 4
    Chest 21 1/2" 22" 22 1/2" 23" 23 1/2" 24 1/2"
    Vest Back Length* 11" 11 1/2" 11 3/4" 12 1/4" 12 3/4" 13"
    Trouser Waist** 19 3/4" 20 3/4" 21 3/4" 22 3/4" 23 3/4" 24 3/4"
    Trouser Outseam 18" 18 3/4" 19 3/4" 20 3/4" 22" 24 1/4"

    SIZE 5 6 7 8 10 12
    Chest 25 1/2" 26 1/2" 28" 29" 30 1/2" 31 1/2"
    Vest Back Length* 14" 14 1/2" 15 1/2" 16 1/4" 17" 17 1/2"
    Trouser Waist** 25 3/4" 26 3/4" 28 1/4" 29 1/4" 30 3/4" 31 3/4"
    Trouser Outseam 26 1/4" 28 1/2" 30 1/2" 32 1/4" 33 3/4" 35 1/2"

    * Measured from shoulder at neck
    ** Fully extended

     

  • English System
    Size Chest
    (in)    		 Waist
    (in)    		 Hip
    (in)    		 Height
    (in)    		 Weight
    (lbs)
    6-12M 19 19 ½ 19 ½ 27-29 17-22
    12-18M 19 ¾ 20 ½ 20 ½ 29-31 22-27
    18-24M 20 ½ 21 21 31-33 27-30
    2T 21 21 22 33-36 30-33
    3T 21 ½ 21 23 36-39 33-36
    4 22 ½ 21 ½ 24 39-42 36-39
    5 23 ½ 22 25 ½ 42-45 39-44
    6 24 ½ 22 ½ 26 ½ 45-49 45-55
    7 25 ½ 23 27 ½ 49-52 56-64
    8 26 ½ 23 ½ 28 ½ 52-54 65-72
    10 28 24 30 54-56 73-77
    12 29 25 31 ½ 56-58 78-82

     

    Metric System
    Size Chest
    (cm)    		 Waist
    (cm)    		 Hip
    (cm)    		 Height
    (cm)    		 Weight
    (kg)
    6-12M 48 50 50 69-74 8-10
    12-18M 50 52 51 74-79 10-12
    18-24M 52 53 56 79-84 12-14
    2T 53 53 56 84-91 14-15
    3T 55 53 58 91-99 15-16
    4 57 55 61 99-107 16-18
    5 60 56 65 107-114 18-20
    6 62 57 67 114-124 20-25
    7 65 58 70 124-132 25-29
    8 67 60 72 132-137 29-33
    10 71 61 76 137-142 33-35
    12 74 64 80 142-147 35-37

     

  • Average rating: (4.8 of 5) based on 27 reviews

      Lacks length measurements for the elastic
    Reviewed by Knitbunnie (✓ Verified Buyer) on 01/08/2023
    Cute pants pattern, but even after asking in the O and S Facebook group, I got no real answer as to how long the pants elastic should be. Not everyone has the wearer at the ready to try on the pants. My grandson is 2000 miles away, and even if I have a waist measurement, because of the way the pants are constructed, it’s not helpful. Also, it’s an older pattern, so there are no layers. For the price, I’d have expected that the pattern would have been updated to include layers.
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      Another great Oliver and S Pattern
    Reviewed by Sarah Lowry on 08/05/2020
    I have only made the pants so far. They are a great pattern and a true workhorse for kid sewing. They look great. I have already cut out my next pair. My only complaint is that because the pattern is split in sizes I am going to have to buy the next size up in a year or so because I know I will need it as my kid grows.
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      Turned out great
    Reviewed by Laurie Scherer (✓ Verified Buyer) on 12/30/2019
    I made vests for my grandsons and they turned out looking professional. The instructions walked me through the pockets with clear directions and I’m so proud of the outcome! Thank you for such a great pattern and the thoughtful directions.
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      Made both
    Reviewed by Paturalski Sierra on 12/19/2017
    From a long time quilter to sewing my first pair of pants and vest. Excellent directions, pdf pattern was easy to assemble and they turned out beautifully for my grandson. I am buying other patterns and continuing my education in sewing garments.
    2 of 2 customers found this helpful.
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      Perfect Boys pattern
    Reviewed by Jen McCambridge (✓ Verified Buyer) on 09/09/2017
    I had been looking for a pattern for pants and a waistcoat for my 2 boys to wear to a wedding and someone recommended this pattern to me. It was my first Oliver+S pattern and it will definitely not be my last! The instructions were clear, the pattern was easy to put together and all the seams matched up beautifully! I couldn't be happier with the finished product - we have had many compliments on their outfits! Thank you for a great pattern!
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      Great pattern!
    Reviewed by Emily M. (✓ Verified Buyer) on 09/04/2017
    I made both the trousers and the vest for a friend's new baby—the trousers in Cone Mills denim and the vest in contrasting quilting cotton. The instructions were really easy to follow and the garments turned out beautifully. The instructions for the welt pockets are particularly great! The paper pattern assembly from the PDF pattern aren't standard, so it took me a little while to figure out how to put the puzzle pieces together. It seems to me that it's supposed to save paper but I'm not sure if it actually does.
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      Very dapper
    Reviewed by Valentina on 07/21/2017
    I loved the precision and the detail on the vest. It's such a versatile unisex pattern!
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      Amazing welt pocket tutorial
    Reviewed by Emily on 06/29/2017
    I made this outfit for my 18 month old to wear to a wedding, came out beautifully in grey Essex Linen with a voile lining in the waistcoat and trouser waistband. I use the welt pocket instructions to add to my adult shirt patterns now! Thanks Liesel for making such a cute boys pattern!
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      Excellent!
    Reviewed by Theresa (✓ Verified Buyer) on 01/20/2017
    Excellent pattern, very clear instructions. Learned so many new things.
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      Loved this pattern!
    Reviewed by Cathy (✓ Verified Buyer) on 01/10/2017
    I made matching courdary pants for my grandsons who are 3 and 7 months to wear on Christmas. I was very happy with the outcome! They are adorable! I love how the faux fly and pockets came out. The pattern was easy to follow with directions that were clear and concise. I did not attempt the welt pockets, but will the next time I make them. I look forward to trying some of your other patterns!
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      Great for looking sharp!
    Reviewed by Beth Everson (✓ Verified Buyer) on 10/17/2016
    I put together a fun chocolate brown pant and vest set for my 12 year old son (read not easy to find size in patterns) and the fit was perfect. Following Liesl's directions on the welt pockets was so detailed and they came out perfect. The one suggestion I would have is the line up of vest buttons was a wee bit tricky as the front has the slight curve so that took some time to get it quite right.
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      Love it!
    Reviewed by Linda M (✓ Verified Buyer) on 11/30/2015
    I put off making this terrific pattern because I had not constructed welt pockets before. My grandson is now a size 4, so I hurried to make the pants before he outgrew the pattern. I should not have worried. The pants went together beautifully and the instructions were clear and concise on the pockets. I love the outcome and will be making some more soon.
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      Waistcoat
    Reviewed by Deborah (✓ Verified Buyer) on 09/19/2015
    I haven't got round to making the trousers yet but I have made the waistcoat. The instructions made it very clear and I made a beautiful waistcoat without any issues, I have never made welt pockets before, so this was a first and they turned out perfectly. I used some liquorice allsort sweetie patterned material for my 2 year old grandson he loved it.
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      Oliver + S designs
    Reviewed by Jan on 08/29/2015
    I bought this pattern to make for my great nephew and I love it. I love all the Oliver + S patterns I've tried so far, they are beautiful easy to make designs.
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      Snappy set for the little gent
    Reviewed by Masha (✓ Verified Buyer) on 08/29/2015
    This is one of my most-sewn O+S patterns (second only to Playtime). I love vests on men and boys alike and this one has great details. The welts go together easily. The pants are also a great choice for church or dressy with their back darts, slanted front and back welt pockets. The pants feature a very generous inseam, which is great for growth. I always turn up a 2"+ hem and then am able to let it down later.

    My only issue with the pattern is that the vest runs very short, as you can see in the pattern photos. I have sewn it five times and have always had to lengthen it at least a full inch. I don't mind doing it, since the pattern overall is excellent.
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      Terrific pattern
    Reviewed by Kelley (✓ Verified Buyer) on 08/10/2015
    I was scared of the welt pockets but between the instructions and the blog post everything went together beautifully. My son loves the vest and doesn't want to take it off! I can't say enough about the beautiful drafting - it's just perfect.
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      Great pattern for beginners
    Reviewed by Amanda Weiberg (✓ Verified Buyer) on 06/11/2015
    I bought this pattern to make a little suit for my 2 year old for a wedding using micro herringbone wool tweed.
    I would rate my sewing experience level at 'advanced beginner', but I have never sewn a garment before.
    Both peices turned out really well! I was worried about the welt pockets, but the instructions are very well written and break down the process into clear steps.
    The only error in the pattern I can see is the step where the front pockets are sewn into the pants; I believe the picture shows the pattern piece incorrectly, but the instructions are correct (although I could be mistaken).
    This is an excellent pattern, and I would recommend it highly.
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      Great pattern with user-friendly instructions
    Reviewed by Michelle on 05/06/2015
    Purchased this unisex pattern to make pants for my children. It printed out at the correct size, was able to put it together and made a very stylish pair of pants for a boy and girl. Very impressed with my first digital pattern.
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      Take your trouser sewing to a higher level
    Reviewed by YveeB on 05/04/2015
    Firstly, I have only sewn the trousers and not the vest. The pattern was easy to follow until I got to the trouser band. I had a little trouble in following which layer did what. Apart from that I was very pleased with how the trousers turned out. I even got complements for them from someone who asked where I had bought them from.
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      Nice basic pattern for kids
    Reviewed by carrie clarke on 05/01/2015
    Great basic, lots of opportunity to individualize and make unique for the little man!!
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      Brilliant vest
    Reviewed by Alison on 04/30/2015
    My son loved his green wool waistcoat and he looks super in it. So nice to have something to sew that's a little out of the ordinary to spoil my boys. I have learnt to sew with Liesl's patterns, they are a joy to work with. Everything turns outs so professional looking and you feel so clever!
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      Museum to Communion
    Reviewed by Sue on 04/27/2015
    Chose this pattern to sew my nephew an outfit for his communion that he would love and that wouldn't fall down! I've skinny sized the Sleepover Pajamas for him a couple of times and he has gotten years out of them. The pattern is fab. My first ever welt pockets and I am delighted with how well they turned out. Love you patterns! Such great directions. I learn and improve my skills with every project!
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      Art museum pattern
    Reviewed by S Rowley on 04/19/2015
    I recently finished this pattern for my boys. The outfits came out amazing. The instructions were easy to follow and the outfits look so professional. The pants were a bit long so next time I will size down in the length. Other then that this pattern was amazing! I am extremely happy with the finished product.
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      Art Museum Vest and Trousers Pattern
    Reviewed by Ann Kapala on 03/05/2015
    When I bought my first pattern, the Fairy Tale Dress, from Oliver and S a couple of years ago I little imagined I had discovered a versatile source of sewing ideas. I am particular about my creations, about versatility, about so many things too numerous to list here. In short, I have been quite satisfied with the many patterns I have purchased; the Art Museum Vest and Trousers is a perfect example. As I sew for six grandsons and six granddaughters, versatility is important. As soon as I realized the usefulness of the pattern, I purchased it in all sizes.That way I can accomodate my smallest grandson who is 19 months as well as the oldest who is eight and everyone in between. It allows for dressy trousers or pants for play. For dressy pants I simply simply follow the pattern whereas if I sew play pants I leave out detail such as the welt pockets and belt loops. I can adapt the vest for boys or girls. The pants easily adapt to a variety of fabric including courderoy, poplin, broadcloth and others. The elastic waist band allows for my thinner as well as stockier boys; the fit on both is great. Definitely all of these reason and more make this pattern one I use frequently. With so many to sew for I appreciate a pattern I can use in so many ways. It's super to be able to have both a pants pattern I can depend upon as a staple and a vest which brings a a flair and a unique aspect for creative sewing.
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      Art museum trousers
    Reviewed by Sophia on 12/10/2014
    Love the pattern! The instructions are clear and the images are helpful. The pants run long, but that's fine, as they'll just fit a little longer. I added a longer hem on the leg to be able to roll them up in the meantime.
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  • Errata

    In the first printing of the paper version of this pattern, there was a minor error on page 4 of the instructions. The second to last sentence of Step 1 under Make the Belt Loops should read, "Cut the two finished belt loops into six 3 1/2" pieces," instead of five pieces. This error has been corrected in the digital version of the pattern that is available now.

     

    Determining Which Printing You Have

    As errata are discovered, they are marked for correction in subsequent printings of the pattern. To determine which printing of an instruction sheet or pattern sheet you have, look at the copyright box which appears on each. Toward the bottom of the box, there is a series of numbers.

    The lowest number you see there indicates which printing you have. For example, if the lowest number in the box on the instruction sheet is "2," you have an instruction sheet from the second printing. Any errors in the instructions mentioned for the first printing have been corrected in your version. If the lowest number in the box on the pattern sheet is "1," you have a copy of the pattern sheet from the first printing.

    Pattern sheets and instructions sheets can be printed separately, so be sure to check the errata notices for pattern pieces against the printing number on the pattern sheet and errata notices for instructions against the printing number on the instruction sheet.

     

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