PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS: The Peter Pan Bolero
UPDATE 3/13: PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR PATTERN UPDATE INFO.
How cute is this little knit bolero? This is the perfect versatile layering piece that will get you through seasonal transitions no matter where you live.
Watch the video in the previous post to see my bolero come together, and then download the pattern and instruction files below. There are separate files for the instructions, the A0 size pattern (to print at a copy shop or online printer like pdfplotting.com), and the tiled pattern (to print at home on letter/A4 paper and tape together).
Post your finished bolero with the hashtag #peterpanbolero on social media!
EDIT 3/13: Hi all! I'm sorry to say that we have discovered a grading error on pieces 6 and 7 (the collar pieces) of this pattern. The size 6 was correct, but I would recommend reprinting in the other sizes. I have updated both full pattern files, and also provided a separate tiled file with JUST the affected pieces (it's just 4 letter-size pages, so easy to print at home). I really apologize for this error and please know that we have implemented new systems to avoid this type of mistake in the future. xoxo, Gertie
EDIT: New files uploaded 3/4/20: fixed cutting instruction error on back waist facing (piece 4--should say cut 1 fabric and interfacing on fold) and applied test square to all layers of pattern files.
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Comments (81)
Any update on when we might get this in the 18-34 size range please?
I just made this today and I love it! only problem is I dont always want to wear it buttoned and then the corners at the top of the opening flop down. Is there any way I can stop this?
Love this - I have an event (🤞🤞) in September and it will be perfect
Can anyone direct me to wear the fabric suggestions are listed for the bolero?! Thank you.
Well all I can say is, Out with my dowdy sweaters and in with this darling bolero!! And perfect in that beautiful burnout silk my late hubby bought me!! Sweater knits, velveteen, voiles, dupioni silk, endless darling covers for my aging arms. Thank you, Gertie!! ♥️
So I’m a beginner and I have a very basic model brother LX3817. I don’t know if the presser foot will allow the fabric to go through without possibly jamming! Anyone have something similar and have made this on a basic model?
Hi! I'm so excited to make this! I've noticed that in other pdf tiled downloads there is a chart that says which pages to print based on what size is being made. I don't see that for this one. Do I need all 26 pages?
Gertie, I love this hair style and frame on you. Makes you looks so bright and youthful!!!!!
I am sooo excited. I got my fabric ready (black boiled wool), just need some supplies (needles and I forgot the interfacing) and then I can try the Bolero. It will be my first fully sewn garment.
What happened to the video? I can’t seem to find it anymore :(
https://www.patreon.com/posts/34403714
I realize this is for a structured knit... Is there any chance it may work with a woven? I accidentally bought the wrong fabric and I'm still imagining it in the one I bought. I will love it, but I'm not sure of the technical issues with swapping the base for something with essentially no stretch.
Cut it on the bias if you have enough fabric?
Can someone clarify what size in mm are “Size 10 snaps”. Thanks!
I would love to have patterns for mother and daughter. The coat pattern is gorgeous, how did she downsize for her daughter?
Gertie thanks for fixing this, now to make more boleros ❤️😍
Hi. Do you think you could make a fabric covered belt out of ponte to match? Any tips?
Based on the new file, the collar in size 8 appears to be off, too, by almost half an inch. I made two of them from the old file and was going crazy trying to figure out why they didn't fit! Good thing I have extra fabric :-)
Hmm that surprises me since the 6 was definitely correct and there wasn't that much discrepancy between the sizes! In any case, it's probably best to reprint :) Sorry again!
What lipstick is that? It's such a stunning color.
Jeffree Star in Redrum!
Here is the link to Emma One Sock's fabric choice:
FABRIC ALERT: Emma One Sock has a fabulous fabric perfect for the Peter Pan Bolero with several colors to choose from. It's one of their Stock Items!
Yes we link to their knits on the last page of the instructions! I like that they include stretch percentages.
So I am working on the bolero now in size 18 and I believe the first notche on top of the shoulder is off. The rest of them along the top of the arm seem to be correct.
Hmm that’s odd since I remember correcting that one right before we finalized things! In any case, the seam should sew together fine so you can just disregard that one set of notches.
I believe I bought the same fabric that you used in your sample green bolero, a boiled wool knit blend from B&J Fabrics. But the employee I spoke with wasn't sure what the care for this material was, so I thought I'd ask you! Did you have to pre-wash this fabric somehow before you started? CAN you even wash it? Any insight would be helpful! So excited to get started.
This one is a cashmere blend, not boiled wool! I would hand wash and dry flat. I did not wash before sewing (since hand washing shouldn’t shrink your fabric).
I need to know what skirt pattern was used for the pictures in the instructions! You can only see the top of your skirts but they look GORGEOUS
Coming soon!
Ideally, how much ease should there be at the bicep? I always have to do an adjustment there but I’ve never made anything with kimono/cut on sleeves.
Anywhere from 1 to 3”!
Hoping to find someone who has a reservation for a Beacon retreat sometime this summer and would consider trading for my April reservation..... Anybody?
My ponte is arriving from fabric.com today. I'm hoping to make this this soon. (p.s. I think I need to take some sewing personal days to get caught up on my projects!)
Thanks I’m heading to the fabric store now
I printed pattern last night, so is there changes to the actual pattern? I need to reprint all pages? Thanks
No there’s no need to reprint. Changes are detailed in the edit notes in the post!
See, I'm blind, lol! I meant the size of paper like the Big 4 uses, where I don't have to tape together. What is that size called, and is it the same size used in your other pdf's when I order printing on them too?
What you want is the A0 file, I promise! And yes, that option is also offered for Charm PDFs.
I'm very pleased with ALL your Patreon content! I'm brand spanking new to the PDF world, though. Went to pdf plotting.com 1st time. Doing full size (not A0) but can't figure out the dimensions of the paper to choose from. They won't let me download the file first. I didn't see an option to print the booklet either. The only 2 options are Calendar & Patterns. Hmm, I'll need some help on this, girls!
Full size *is* A0 so choose the A0 option from pdf plotting. The instructions are formatted for letter size (8.5 x 11) paper.
When printing just my size (10), the 1st page of instructions with the test square did not pop up. I went thru all the layers and it seems by viewing size 20, it provided the 1st page.
Thanks Mina! We’re revising the file now.
Just bought some ponte online. Going with a plain black one to start with as this is a new type of fabric for me. Looking forward to it!
Just finished mine!! I really like the pattern sewing it was a breeze. Thank you “sew” much for all the great patterns!
Yay! So glad you love the finished product ❤️💃🏻
Thank you so much for this!! I can hardly wait for the spring and summer projects you'll be bringing out!
Love love love this! Totally kicking myself because I saw the perfect fabric at Sew Expo on Friday and didn't buy it, now I wish I had.
Question on the pattern: the Back Waist facing(4) says to cut 2 of fabric, 2 of interfacing which I’m pretty sure is wrong? I read thru the directions and watched the video and can’t find where the second set is used. Just double checking that I’m not missing something.
Whoops! You’re right, it should be cut 1 fabric on fold, cut 1 interfacing on fold. Will update the files ASAP. Thanks for the catch! 😀
Gorgeous!!
Thank you❣️
If I’m making a muslin, do I need to use a knit or can I get away with using cotton?
It’s always best to use something close to your fabric type but in this case you could most likely get away with it.
I’ve been meaning to ask you what model Bernina are you using in the video?
It’s a 1008!
Just got fabric for mine. A pretty faux angora type knit❤️
Thankyou Gertie!
I will make one in leopard print and brown fake fur for a Weekender next month ❤️ Thank you for this pattern!
Ooh this is so cute! Can’t wait to make one, it’ll be perfect now that we’re coming into autumn
Feeling spoiled by Gertie 😍
Beautiful pattern. Nedd to go shopping 😁
Just happened to buy the perfect fabric for this yesterday! I cant wait!
🤩 This is Simply perfect!!!
Damn, girl! This is freaking ADORABLE. To the top of the list it goes! (Unrelated: Hey, what lipstick is that? It’s gooooooood!)
Jeffree Star in Redrum!
O.M.G This is going to be so perfect for my Alaskan cruise. Thank you so much.
Printing pattern, fabric is washed and ready to go, I think I even have some faux fur in my stash that’ll work...so excited to make this little bolero! Thanks for another wonderful Patreon pattern.
Whouah!This peter Pan Bolero is perfect and so cute!Thank you so much,Gertie!
This is perfect! I need to make some spring jackets!!!
I hope I can use the cashmere double fabric, but I think that the kimono sleeves are too long for it to fit on the fabric... Will print it out next week and see :) but I love this design!
😍 I loooove it! It's been such a struggle to find nice sweaters and cardigans locally to layer over dresses. I'm so excited to make this. 🤩
When I saw it, I was in love. I used to wear some but stopped when I lost a lot of weight and now I know how to sew. Perfect !
This is automatically bumped to the top of my next to sew que. Its a perfect wardrobe staple!
Oh this is lovely!!! Can't wait to make one!!! 😍
Wow it's so cute, can't wait to make it! ❤ And I also have to know, what is that beautiful lacey lingerie-like top you are wearing underneath? 😍
It’s a bra from Secrets in Lace!
So cute!
Ooo this is so cute! And so perfect as I am always woefully underprepared for cold weather on Fall Dapper Day!
I love the pink one! Adorable!! 💗
So incredibly stunning!!! I can't wait to sew it