Everything 70’s related is definitely ‘Staying Alive’ this fall, and our newest free pattern is sure to be a huge hit. The Cherry Jumpsuit will take all the guesswork out of getting ready in the morning. (Yes please!) Just step in, zip, and step out; it’s a no-brainer! Featuring 4 patch pockets, perfectly sized to fit your cell phone and lip gloss, and an irresistible pointed collar for added sass, this jumpsuit will make you feel badass, just like one of Charlie’s Angels. We made ours using a silky peachskin, but, if you are like me and need a little bit of stretch to fit your curves, fret not for this gorgeous jumpsuit can also easily be made out of a stretch cotton sateen or even a substantial knit like a ponte. No matter the fabrication, a jumpsuit like this is one we are sure you will not want to pass up!
Fabrics & materials used:
- 3 yards of Dark Burgundy Polyester Peachskin
- 1 spool of 436 Maroon 100m Gutermann Sew All Thread
- 1 525 Wine 24″ Invisible Zipper
- The Cherry Jumpsuit Sewing Pattern (free download below!)
The Cherry Jumpsuit – Free Jumpsuit Sewing Pattern
All seam allowances are 1/2″ unless otherwise stated. See chart below for sizing specifications. Note, this specific pattern is available up to a size 30.
Once you have all your pattern pieces cut out and all of your notches are marked, begin by closing the bust darts on all 4 of your front bodice pieces.
Next, connect the pieces at the center front leaving an opening of about 6″ inches down from the neckline. Lay the pieces on top of each other with the wrong sides touching. Your bodice is now self-lined.
Fold in the seam allowance on the portion of the neckline that was left open and pin closed.
Top stitch around the opening
Attach your breast patch pockets by topstitching into place.
From here on we will treat the front bodice like a single layer of fabric. Close the darts on the back bodice and attach the panels at the side seams and sholders using a french seam.
Now let’s move on to the waistband. Sandwich the bottom of the bodice between the waistband pieces so that both are sewn on at the same time and can be flipped down to connect to the pants.
Now let’s work on the pants portion. Connect the front pant panels at the center front rise using a french seam and close the darts.
Topstitch the pant patch pockets into place.
Connect the front and back of the pants at the side seams and the inseams using a french seam.
Let’s move on to the collar. This collar is in 4 pieces due to the jumpsuit opening at the center back, however, it will function the same as a regular collar and will be able to fold up and down when complete. Sew each half of the collar pieces to each other with right sides touching around the top and sides. Clip the corners so that when it’s flipped you will have a defined point. Flip right side out and press.
Now attach each half of the collar to the bodice at the neckline. Once The collar pieces have been attached carefully top stitch all around so that the fabric will lay flat.
Close your sleeve using a french seam.
Again using a french seam connect the sleeve to the bodice.
Now that both the bodice and the pants are complete connect the pieces at the waist. The outer waistband should be connected to the pants and the inner waistband can be folded in and slip stitched into place. Finish the waistband by carefully topstitching the top and bottom of the band. Complete your jumpsuit by attaching an invisible zipper at the center back.
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Wonderful! Thank you very much!
Very Cool! Do you know if the measurements are finished garment measurements or body measurements?
Thanks! They are actually body measurements based on our Mood Dress forms.
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Hi Stephanie! This is a beautiful pattern and its exactly the sort of thing I want to make right now! I do have a couple of questions though, if I were to cut the legs off to make a version of these with shorts, how much fabric do you think I would need? and I’m having some troubles with the size guide, I’m about a 16-18 in the bust and hip, but my waist is bigger than the guide for those sizes (closer to a 20-22), which size would be best for me to use?
Hi Aileen,
Thank you! For this pattern I would still recommend using 3 yards and going by the larger pattern size, it’s always easier to take a garment in rather than let it out. Definitely make a muslin first so that you can perfect the fit before cutting out your actual fabric. Good luck!
Love love love this pattern! I have a curvy hourglass figure and it’s difficult to find a jumpsuit/romper that flatters without giving me a “pouch” in front-this design is perfect! I do have a question though; if I wanted to put a zipper in the front instead of the back, is there enough yardage to cut the back piece on the fold or should I get more?
Hi there! You should have enough fabric, but if you want to be safe you’d just need an extra half yard. 🙂
Hi! I have a question about the pattern- is seam allowance part of the pattern already? Or should I add it on myself? Thank you!
A 1/2″ seam allowance is already included. 🙂
Did you ever make this? I also want to put the zipper in the front instead of the back so i’m curious as to how it worked out for you! 🙂
I loved using this pattern! I’ve always wanted a jumpsuit in my wardrobe, and when i came across this I knew it was finally time! I made it from moods hemp denim. Your instructions were perfect, and overall 10/10 would sew again
If I were to use a non stretch cotton, what adjustments would I have to make?
Hi Iman, the original was make with a non-stretch fabric, so you shouldn’t need to make any adjustments! 🙂
THANK YOU SO MUCH
I really like this pattern because I love jumpsuits! Going to use up 3 yards dark wine charmeuse on hand, rough side out. Fall weather is coming. Can’t wait.
This looks really nice have been looking for a pattern for sometime!!
Me encanta este mono! Lo voy a confeccionar en una tela gabardina rasada, color gris metal! Muchas gracias! Me encanta la/sugerencia de coser con costura francesa ¿ qué cantidad de tela debo usar para un talle 8/10?
Hi! I love this pattern and I’m almost ready to go, just a question first : 3 yards is the fabric up to a size 30 or do I have to get more if I’m on the biger sizes?
Hello! 3 yards was used to make the size pictured, which I believe was a size 6. In order to keep our patterns free, we don’t provide all the bells and whistles that paid patterns have, like yardage requirements. What I like to do, is look at the pattern layout page. Calculate each pattern piece by the page dimensions (8.5×11). Don’t worry if it doesn’t take up the entire page! Just calculate by the page size. Take into account the number of cuts per piece, and if anything needs to be on the fold or not.
Hey, Im not sure if I missed it but does the fabric need to be strechable?
Hi Anna, this pattern was drafted for non-stretch fabrics!
Hey! So excited to give this pattern a try, love the design. I was wondering though is the seam allowance included in the pattern or do we have to account for it ourselves when cutting the fabric?
Hi Mad, yes! All seam allowances are 1/2″ unless otherwise stated 🙂