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Monaco Cover Up
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Difficulty Level
Advanced Beginner
Equipment Needed
Description
This pattern is for a loose-fitting, flowy cover up that can be worn at the beach or as an outer layer. It features a high-low hem, draped waterfall front and wide sleeves making it suitable for maternity wear.
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- +Preparation
- Sizing – Sizing is different in different countries and stores so please measure your model before picking your size. The ready-to-wear size your model normally fits into may be different from our size chart.
- Picking your size – Choose your size from the size chart measurements. Waist, hip, and chest finished measurements are bigger than the size chart due to the loose, wrap around, waterfall effect. If your chest and waist measurements are in different sizes, pick your size by your chest measurement. That way the armhole, bust and neckline will sit correctly. Print the pattern with both your chest size and waist size visible and grade either in or out at the back waist – draw a gentle line between both sizes at the back waist.
- Adjusting bust – The ladies’ sizes are designed with a C cup bust (approximately, a ready-to-wear B cup). Given that The Monaco is designed for woven fabrics and the front has a waterfall lapel, it will be quite forgiving. Cup sizes A to D should fit well in it. However, if you have over a D cup, you may need to do an FBA (full bust adjustment). There are several great tutorials online how to do this with woven. Our favorite ones are in the link at the bottom of this section.
- Adjusting height – The Monaco is designed for a height of 5 foot 6 inches. If you are taller/shorter you may need to add/remove length at the armscye, the hem and the sleeves. Follow this tutorial to adjust through the body.
- Sleeve length – Compare the finished measurements of the sleeve to your model’s measurements. If you need to shorten or lengthen the sleeve, add/remove length halfway down the sleeve.
- Muslin – To ensure you get the best fit, sew a muslin to check the fit. A muslin is a test version of the pattern in an inexpensive fabric. You do not need to cut out and sew the full garment. I would recommend the following as you muslin the Monaco:
- Use an inexpensive woven fabric similar in weight to the final fabric you plan to use.
- Cut out the front/back and one sleeve. Label each piece with tailor’s chalk/fabric pen so you know what each piece is. Baste these together using a ⅜ inch seam allowance
- Try on. If you are happy with the fit, continue to your final garment.
- If you feel the fit needs adjusting for your personal shape, turn the muslin inside out and try on again. Adjust the seams with pins until you are happy.
- Trim your new seam allowances to ⅜ inch and pull out your basting stitches.
- Use these bits of fabric as your pattern pieces instead of the original pattern pieces. Continue to sew your final garment. Make sure to keep your adjusted pattern pieces in case you wish to make more!
- If you get stuck with fitting, see our favorite resources on our Pinterest Sewing Fitting Advice board.
- OPTIONAL Trim – approximately 6 yards
- OPTIONAL Bias binding – approximately 6 yards
- Thread to match
- Front – Cut 2 (1x mirror image pair)
- Back – Cut 2 (1x mirror image pair)
- Sleeve – Cut 2
Project OverviewThe Monaco
Difficulty Level = Advanced Beginner
Whether you are ready for the pool, relaxing at home or heading out for the night, The Monaco is exactly what you need as a staple in your wardrobe. With its loose fit, waterfall effect on the front, high-low hem, and flowing sleeves, The Monaco is ready to make a statement wherever you are.
Our Facebook group is a great place to get help, share your tips and creations! We are a friendly bunch, and we love to help and see what you have made.
Please read the full instructions before getting started.
Wash, dry, and press your fabric before starting your project. A bit of prep now prevents shrinking and means your garment will stay the same size you made it.
Never leave a child or baby unattended or allow to sleep in a garment made from one of our patterns with ties, snaps, buttons, or anything they could remove, choke on, or get caught on. Always use caution if you are unsure. We love our patterns, but we love your bundles of joy more!
SizingSize Range
Womens XXS-5XL
Size Chart
This pattern is drafted to the sizes listed below. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size and adjust the pattern to remove the extra width to achieve the intended fit.
Chest
Waist
Hips
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
XXS
31.0
79.0
25.0
63.5
34.0
86.0
XS
33.0
84.0
27.0
68.5
36.0
91.5
S
35.0
89.0
28.0
71.0
38.0
96.5
M
37.0
94.0
30.0
76.0
40.0
101.5
L
39.0
99.0
32.0
81.0
42.0
106.5
XL
42.0
106.5
35.0
89.0
45.0
114.0
XXL
45.0
114.0
38.0
96.5
48.0
122.0
3XL
48.0
122.0
42.0
106.5
51.0
129.5
4XL
51.0
129.5
46.0
117.0
54.0
137.0
5XL
54.0
137.0
50.0
127.0
57.0
145.0
Finished Measurements (Inches)
Chest
Hem
Length center back to hem
Sleeve length
Bicep
Cuff
XXS
37.0
58.4
43.5
17.0
16.2
24.0
XS
39.0
60.4
43.7
17.2
17.0
25.0
S
41.0
62.4
44.0
17.4
18.0
24.7
M
43.0
64.3
44.2
17.7
18.7
25.6
L
45.0
67.3
44.4
18.1
19.6
26.5
XL
48.0
70.2
44.7
18.6
20.5
27.4
XXL
51.0
73.4
45.1
19.0
21.4
28.3
3XL
54.0
76.3
46.1
19.1
22.3
29.1
4XL
57.0
79.2
46.5
19.3
23.1
30.0
5XL
60.0
82.2
47.0
19.5
24.0
31.0
Fitting NotesThe Monaco is a loose-fitting garment designed to be worn over your clothing.
Materials and ToolsAny light or medium weight woven fabric with drape will work. Some great suggestions are chiffon, georgette, rayon challis, viscose, organza, crepe, crepe de chine, silk, or satin.
Fabric Requirements 45 inches/115 cm wide (in YARDS)
XXS – S
2.50
M – L
2.75
XXL
3.00
3XL – 5XL
3.25
Fabric Requirements 60 inches/150 cm wide (in YARDS)
XXS – S
2.00
M – XL
2.25
XXL – 3XL
2.50
4XL – 5XL
2.75
* If you are using a narrower fabric, a directional print, or a fabric with nap you may need more.
** Make sure to wash, dry, and press all fabrics before cutting out in case they shrink.You will also need:
Tools needed are sewing machine, scissors, optional rolled hem foot, pins or clips, and tape measure.
Printing Your PatternSettings
The pattern is a separate download. Choose either the US letter paper, A4 paper, or A0 paper size based on the printer you wish to use. If you are in the US or Canada then your printer will likely use US letter paper. Other regions normally use A4 paper. Some people prefer to print their patterns at a print shop: A0 is best in this case.
Print at 100%.
On the second page, you will find a 1-inch and a 3-inch square test box. Print this page first, on its own, and measure these squares.
Once you are happy that the test box is accurate, print the rest of the pattern pages.
Please follow this video for information and assistance on assembling this pattern.
Also, please note that some Rebecca Page patterns and projects also come with cut files and a printable design page which you can use to plan your project if you wish. These are provided in a separate section below to avoid any confusion!
+US Print Charts
Here are which pages to print for the US Files
Pattern XXS – M 2-5, 6-11, 13-16, 18-28, 30-33 L – XXL 2-5, 6-11, 13-28, 30-33 3XL – 5XL 2-5, 6-28, 30-33 +A4 Print Charts
Here are which pages to print for the A4 Files
Pattern XXS -XS 2-11, 13-16, 19-23, 25-31, 33-34 S – XL 2-11, 13-16, 18-23, 25-31, 33-34 XXL – 3XL 2-23, 25-34 4XL – 5XL 2-34 Cutting InstructionsCut each of the pieces according to the directions on the pattern piece. Seam allowances are all included so just cut them as is.
Cutting Charts – All pattern pieces are included, however if you prefer to cut using a cutting chart, the dimensions for the rectangular pieces (in INCHES) are below:
OPTIONAL Binding / Trim
(Cut 1)Length
XXS
160.2
XS
163.0
S
166.4
M
169.8
L
173.6
XL
178.4
XXL
182.8
3XL
189.4
4XL
193.4
5XL
197.8
Cutting Checklist:
- + Instructions
- PATTERN MARKINGS – Transfer pattern markings and notches onto fabric.
- STAYSTITCHING – Staystitch the necklines, armscyes and sleeves.
- CENTER BACK SEAM – Use a French seam and sew both Back pieces together.
- SHOULDER SEAMS – Using French seams, sew shoulder seams.
- SIDE SEAMS – Using French seams, sew side seams.
- SLEEVES – Using French seams, sew sleeves. Then, match sleeve to armscye and use a French seam to attach,
- OPTIONAL BINDING – Fold binding in half lengthwise and press. Open, fold both raw edges to center fold, then fold in half again and press. Open again, match right side of binding to wrong side of center back of the neckline. Pin to neckline then sew. Fold binding to right side and topstitch.
- OPTIONAL HEM – Fold hem ¼ inch into wrong side, press. Fold hem again and pin in place, then topstitch.
- OPTIONAL TRIM – Pin the trim starting at the center back neckline. Pin all the way around, then topstitch. Repeat on both sleeves.
Quick Glance Cheat Sheet½ inch seam allowance included (¼ then ¼ for French seams) – Top stitching ⅛ inch – Hem ½ inch
Preparation –
Sewing –
0 . PreparationSeam Allowance
½ inch seam allowance included (¼ then ¼ for French seams) – Top stitching ⅛ inch – Hem ½ inch
0.1Pattern Markings –
Transfer all pattern markings and notches to the fabric using a disappearing ink pen or tailors chalk.
0.2Staystitching
Staystitching is a line of stitches that is used around curves to prevent them from stretching while manipulating, sewing, or even wearing the garment. Without stay stitching, the neckline and armscye are likely to stretch and will not fit properly.
Doing ‘directional staystitching’ like this (e.g. stitching in the direction of the arrows) helps preserve the grainline and stops the fabric from twisting about while sewing the rest of the garment.
Staystitch using a regular length straight stitch, staying inside the ½ inch seam allowance, as these stitches will not be removed.
Staystitch the neckline on the Back and the top of the Sleeves, starting at the center and stitching towards each side, in the direction of the arrows.
Staystitch the armscye on the Front and Back. Starting at the bottom of the armscye, stitch up towards the shoulder, in the direction of the arrows.
1 . Center Back Seam1.0SERGER / OVERLOCKER OPTION – With the right sides together, pin the center back seam of the Back pieces. Serge using a ½ inch seam allowance. Then skip to step 2.
REGULAR SEWING MACHINE OPTION – The Monaco uses French seams. This will hide all the raw edges and gives a much cleaner finish. If you haven’t done these before, don’t worry, all the steps are below so you can just follow along.
1.1With the wrong sides together (right sides out), pin the Back pieces together along the center back seam.
1.2Stitch using a ¼ inch seam allowance.
1.3Trim the seam allowance in half.
TIP – Trimming makes it possible to hide all the threads and raw edges when the seam is encased in the next step. Trim the seam allowance in half to make sure absolutely nothing is sticking out. However, just neatening up the edge here will also suffice.
1.4Turn wrong side out and press from the other side as flat as possible. Make sure that the seam line is at the exact center of the fold.
1.5Stitch again approximately ¼ inch from the edge.
This will encase the raw edges, so they are not seen (a French seam).
1.6Turn right side out and press as flat as possible. Make sure that the seam line is at the exact center of the fold.
2 . Shoulder Seams2.0SERGER / OVERLOCKER OPTION – With the right sides together, pin the Front to the Back along the shoulder seams. Serge using a ½ inch seam allowance. Then skip to step 3.
REGULAR SEWING MACHINE OPTION – Follow the steps below.
NOTE: The shoulder seams are rolled to the front which will help the back neck sit close to the neckline.
2.1The shoulder seams are also sewn using a French seam. Follow the same steps as in steps 1.1 to 1.6.
With the wrong sides together, pin the Front to the Back along the shoulder seam. Stitch using a ¼ inch seam allowance. Trim the seam allowance, turn, press, and stitch again at ¼ inch. Press seam towards front.
2.2Repeat steps 1.1 to 1.6 to stitch the other shoulder seam.
3 . Side Seams3.0SERGER / OVERLOCKER OPTION – With the right sides together, pin the Front to the Back along the side seams. Serge using a ½ inch seam allowance. Then skip to step 4.
REGULAR SEWING MACHINE OPTION – Follow the steps below.
3.1The side seams are also sewn using a French seam.
Follow the same steps as in steps 1.1 to 1.6.With the wrong sides together, pin the Front to the Back along the side seam. Stitch using a ¼ inch seam allowance. Trim the seam allowance, turn, press, and stitch again at ¼ inch. Press.
3.2Repeat steps 1.1 to 1.6 to stitch the other side seam.
4 . Sleeves4.0SERGER / OVERLOCKER OPTION – Pin the long edges of the Sleeves, with the right sides together. Serge using a ½ inch seam allowance. Insert the Sleeve into the armscye, with the right sides together. Serge using a ½ inch seam allowance. Then skip to step 5.
REGULAR SEWING MACHINE OPTION – Follow the steps below.
4.1Stitch the long straight edges of the Sleeve together using a French seam, following the same steps as in steps 1.1 to 1.6.
With the wrong sides together, pin the long edges of the Sleeve together. Stitch using a ¼ inch seam allowance. Trim the seam allowance, turn, press, and stitch again at ¼ inch. Press.
4.2Insert the Sleeve into the armscye, with the wrong sides together. Match up the side seams and markings, then pin.
4.3Use a French seam to attach the Sleeve to the armscye, following the same steps we did for steps 1.1 to 1.6. Stitch using a ¼ inch seam allowance. Trim the seam allowance, turn, press and stitch again at ¼ inch. Press.
4.4Repeat steps 4.1 to 4.3 for the other Sleeve.
5 . OPTIONAL Binding5.0The raw edges of The Monaco can be finished using a Binding or by hemming. For the Binding steps, follow below, or skip to step 6 to hem.
If you are using pre-made bias tape skip steps 5.1 to 5.2
SERGER / OVERLOCKER OPTION – Do not use a serger for the Binding.
REGULAR SEWING MACHINE OPTION – Follow the steps below.
5.1Fold the Binding in half lengthwise, with the wrong sides together and press.
Open up the fold, and fold both of the long sides into the middle and press.
Then fold in half again and press.
5.2Open up the fold on one side of the Binding. Fold one of the short ends ¼ inch to the wrong side and press.
Unfold this pressed side.
5.3Starting with the folded end, place the right side of the Binding onto the wrong side of the center back neckline.
Continue pinning the Binding around the neckline, down the Front, along the bottom edge, up the other side of the Front and back to the center neckline.
Overlap the ends of the Binding, lining up the raw edges of the short ends with the edge that was ironed in ¼ inch on the bottom.
5.4Stitch using a ¼ inch seam allowance.
5.5Stitch along the short ends where they overlap, making sure to sew ¼ inch away from the raw edge of the short end that is on top.
5.6Press Binding open and trim seam allowance.
5.7Trim the seam allowance in half.
5.8Fold the Binding over to the right side and pin to enclose all edges.
5.9Topstitch along the folded edge of the Binding to secure.
5.10Repeat steps 5.1 to 5.6 to attach Binding to the bottom of each Sleeve.
6 . OPTIONAL Hem6.0SERGER/OVERLOCKER OPTION – Serge the raw edges. Turn under ½ inch and topstitch in place.
ROLL HEM OPTION – Use your serger or sewing machine to do a rolled hem using a ½ inch seam allowance on the raw edges.
REGULAR SEWING MACHINE OPTION – Follow the steps below.
6.1Turn the raw edge ¼ inch toward the wrong side and press.
NOTE – Starting at the center back neckline, hem along the neckline, down the Front, along the bottom edge, up the other side of the Front and back to the center neckline.
6.2Turn the hem another ¼ inch, press and pin.
NOTE – The raw edges will now be enclosed.
6.3Topstitch the hem in place by stitching close to the folded edge.
TIP – The stitching should be the same distance from the edge, so it looks uniform from the outside. To do this, use the presser foot or a marking on the sewing machine to line up the fabric while stitching.
6.4Repeat steps 6.1 to 6.3 to hem the Sleeves.
7 . OPTIONAL Trim7.0If you would like to add an OPTIONAL Trim to the neckline follow the steps below. If you do not want to add a trim your Monaco is finished.
7.1Starting at the center back neckline, pin the right side of the Trim to the wrong side of the back.
Continue pinning the trim around the edge. Pin around the neckline, down the Front, along the bottom edge, up the other side of the Front and back to the center neckline.
Overlap the ends of the Trim.
7.2Topstitch the Trim in place.
Repeat steps 7.1 to 7.2 to add Trim to the ends of the Sleeves.
- + Finishing Notes and Congratulations
Finishing Notes and Congratulations
Congratulations, your The Monaco is done. Enjoy!
We would love to hear how you got on and see photos of your finished project!
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Sales + Licencing InformationProject OverviewThe Monaco
Difficulty Level = Advanced Beginner
Whether you are ready for the pool, relaxing at home or heading out for the night, The Monaco is exactly what you need as a staple in your wardrobe. With its loose fit, waterfall effect on the front, high-low hem, and flowing sleeves, The Monaco is ready to make a statement wherever you are.
SizingSize Range
Womens XXS-5XL
Size Chart
This pattern is drafted to the sizes listed below. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size and adjust the pattern to remove the extra width to achieve the intended fit.
Chest
Waist
Hips
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
XXS
31.0
79.0
25.0
63.5
34.0
86.0
XS
33.0
84.0
27.0
68.5
36.0
91.5
S
35.0
89.0
28.0
71.0
38.0
96.5
M
37.0
94.0
30.0
76.0
40.0
101.5
L
39.0
99.0
32.0
81.0
42.0
106.5
XL
42.0
106.5
35.0
89.0
45.0
114.0
XXL
45.0
114.0
38.0
96.5
48.0
122.0
3XL
48.0
122.0
42.0
106.5
51.0
129.5
4XL
51.0
129.5
46.0
117.0
54.0
137.0
5XL
54.0
137.0
50.0
127.0
57.0
145.0
Finished Measurements (Inches)
Chest
Hem
Length center back to hem
Sleeve length
Bicep
Cuff
XXS
37.0
58.4
43.5
17.0
16.2
24.0
XS
39.0
60.4
43.7
17.2
17.0
25.0
S
41.0
62.4
44.0
17.4
18.0
24.7
M
43.0
64.3
44.2
17.7
18.7
25.6
L
45.0
67.3
44.4
18.1
19.6
26.5
XL
48.0
70.2
44.7
18.6
20.5
27.4
XXL
51.0
73.4
45.1
19.0
21.4
28.3
3XL
54.0
76.3
46.1
19.1
22.3
29.1
4XL
57.0
79.2
46.5
19.3
23.1
30.0
5XL
60.0
82.2
47.0
19.5
24.0
31.0
Materials and ToolsAny light or medium weight woven fabric with drape will work. Some great suggestions are chiffon, georgette, rayon challis, viscose, organza, crepe, crepe de chine, silk, or satin.
Fabric Requirements 45 inches/115 cm wide (in YARDS)
XXS – S
2.50
M – L
2.75
XXL
3.00
3XL – 5XL
3.25
Fabric Requirements 60 inches/150 cm wide (in YARDS)
XXS – S
2.00
M – XL
2.25
XXL – 3XL
2.50
4XL – 5XL
2.75
* If you are using a narrower fabric, a directional print, or a fabric with nap you may need more.
** Make sure to wash, dry, and press all fabrics before cutting out in case they shrink.You will also need:
- OPTIONAL Trim – approximately 6 yards
- OPTIONAL Bias binding – approximately 6 yards
- Thread to match
Tools needed are sewing machine, scissors, optional rolled hem foot, pins or clips, and tape measure.