To a Tee
Sew your essential T-shirt wardrobe
Sew five classic T-shirt styles with illustrated, step-by-step instructions.
Full-size patterns in 15 sizes (EU 32–60 / UK 4–32 / US 0–28)
Make each pattern your own with different necklines, sleeves, pockets and other design details
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Out 9 March 2027
5 patterns, your perfect tee
Inside To a Tee
Five essential T-shirt patterns
Vira, straight tee
Liv, fitted tee
Elvi, raglan tee
Novi, oversize tee
Alma, semi-fitted tee
Illustrated sewing instructions
Follow each stage of T-shirt construction, with detailed illustrations explaining the techniques, tools and stitches used to sew knit tops.
An extensive size range
The patterns come in 15 sizes, EU 32–60 (approx. UK 4–32, US 0–28), with measurement charts to help you select your size.
Paper and digital full-size patterns
The print book includes full-size paper pattern sheets. Plus access to the same downloadable digital patterns included with the ebook:
A4/Letter, Copyshop/A0 and projector files.
Choosing knit fabrics
Learn about knit types, stretch, weight and recovery, and how to choose a fabric that suits each T-shirt style.
Bonus for ebook preorders
Fit Your T-shirt, free class with ebook preorders
Preorder the To a Tee ebook and get instant access to the Fit Your T-shirt video class.
The class is packed with practical demonstrations that show you how to make common adjustments on knit tops. You’ll learn petite and tall adjustments, full- and small-bust adjustments, and other alterations that fine-tune the details that make a difference in fit.
Note: The Fit Your T-shirt video class is a bonus for digital ebook preorders placed before publication. It is not available with the print edition.
Table of contents (highlights)
Five T-shirt patterns
Alma, Vira, Novi, Elvi and Liv, with variations in fit, sleeves, necklines and design details.
Fit and adjustments
Tutorials for grading between sizes, lengthening and shortening, and full- and small-bust adjustments, plus guidance on choosing your size.
Choosing the right fabric
Knit types, stretch, weight and recovery, and how to pick the right fabric for each style.
Cutting and preparing knit fabrics
Prewashing, grainlines, marking and cutting methods for accurate results, including how to match stripes.
Machines and tools
Sew a T-shirt on any machine. Find the best stitches and settings for knits on a sewing machine, serger or coverstitch machine, plus the needles, thread and tools that make it easier.
Sewing techniques
Step-by-step instructions for each stage of T-shirt construction, from shoulder seams, necklines, hoods and pockets to sleeves, cuffs, hems and other finishing techniques.
Master the techniques behind beautifully sewn T-shirts
Who this book is for
You want to sew your own T-shirt wardrobe, with classic styles that never go out of fashion.
You want to understand how knit fabrics behave and choose the right fabric for each T-shirt style.
You value illustrated, step-by-step instructions that clearly explain how to sew each part of a garment.
You want to expand your knit sewing skills.
You want to sew reliable patterns that you can customise with different necklines, sleeves, pockets and other details.
PREORDER TO A TEE
Publishes 23 March 2027
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Publishes 23 March 2027
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