The Pike Vest sewing pattern is a classic men's vest with a V-neckline, button front, and full lining. Large patch pockets give it a relaxed, traditional look, while a shaped back seam and darts add definition. Wear it over a shirt for a smart outfit or layer it over a T-shirt for everyday use.

What you'll make

• A fully lined men's vest with facings
• V-neckline and front button closure
• Large front patch pockets and an inside pocket
• Shaped back seam and darts
• Sizes 2XS–4XL

What you need

• Light- to medium-weight woven fabric, such as cotton, linen, wool, corduroy, or twill
• Lining fabric
• Buttons for the front closure
• Interfacing
• Sewing thread, a sewing machine, and basic sewing tools

Skill level 3/4

The Pike Vest is designed for intermediate sewists. Follow the illustrated instructions and our YouTube sew-along for support with the pockets, shaped seams, and lined construction.

Pike Vest Sewing Pattern includes

• Layered colour PDF pattern for printing on A4 or Letter paper
• A0 copy-shop file
• A separate projector file
• Illustrated sewing instructions

The pattern includes seam allowances.

Pattern Specifications

• Garment: Men's vest
• Sizes: 2XS–4XL
• Skill level: 3/4
• Fabric: Light- to medium-weight woven fabric and lining
• Details: V-neckline, button front, patch pockets, inside pocket, shaped back seam, darts, lining, and facings
• Format: Layered PDF in A4, Letter, and A0, plus a projector file

For a complete outfit

For a complete outfit, style the Pike Vest with:

• Tropical Shirt for a relaxed shirt-and-vest combination
• Barrel Chino Pants for a complete woven outfit

Pair these PDF sewing patterns to complete a handmade wardrobe.

Print PDF sewing patterns

Instructions with the following elements:

• Pattern overview with pattern names and cutting instructions. (page 3)
• Page overview showing how to tape the pages together (page 3)
• Measurements of the body and garment are provided in both Imperial and metric units. (pages 4-5)
• Style illustration of the garment shown from the front and back. (page 6)
• Materials list with recommended fabrics and trims. (Page 7)
• Illustrated instructions with step-by-step line drawings explained in English.

Pattern pieces  

• Pattern pieces with seam allowances included.
• Layered file with each size on a separate layer.

What you get is the following:

1. Instructions booklet
2. PDF pattern in A4 and Letter
3. PDF pattern in A0
4. Separate projector file

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Print at Home — A4 and Letter Files

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• Tape the pages together with these easy steps.

A0 Copy Shop File

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Projector File for Paperless Sewing

• All our PDF patterns include a projector-optimized file.
• Features a large workspace, thick lines, left and right pattern pieces, and separate layers for each size.
• Includes a scaling grid in metric and imperial measurements.
• Offers layers for both light and dark backgrounds, ensuring perfect visibility.

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