Size Guide

A crucial question when starting out in sewing: Given the time it takes to sew your own clothes, it’s understandable you don’t want to make mistakes! Here's how ikatee patterns work.

For babies and children:

Ikatee patterns are designed to match a child's measurements according to their actual age. In other words, Ikatee patterns correspond to the child's age. Therefore, a size 5 is intended for a 5-year-old child measuring 110 cm. A garment in size 5 from our patterns should fit a child from age 5 to 6. In contrast, in ready-to-wear clothing, it's common practice to buy one size up (you buy size 6 when the child is 5).

Start by comparing the child's measurements to those for their actual age. Most often, they will match. If they don’t, the key measurement is height.

Important to note: Ikatee patterns have ample volumes to ensure comfort for the child.

Baby models are drafted differently from child models, as their constraints differ. They are more adapted to diaper-wearing and designed to make life easier for babies: crotch snap fasteners, lower crotches, etc. That's why we've separated patterns into two size ranges.

Sizes 3 and 4 years, common to both size ranges, allow you to select the pattern most suitable for your needs.

For Teenagers:

Women's patterns available from size 32 to 52 (0 to 20, US sizes) have their two smallest sizes adapted for teenagers. Size 32 (0) roughly corresponds to a 14-year-old, and size 34 (2) to a 16-year-old. As always, refer to the measurements chart to select the best size.

For Women:

Ikatee patterns come in two size ranges: from 34 to 46 (US sizes 2 to 14), and from 32 to 52 (US sizes 0 to 20), corresponding to ready-to-wear sizes. However, we recommend taking your measurements to compare them with our chart, as differences from your usual store size may occur.

Depending on body types, it's common that all measurements don’t match one size (e.g., 42 bust and 44 hips). In this case, your size choice depends on the pattern type. For example, with trousers, hip circumference is most crucial, while bust measurement doesn't affect the choice. For a blouse, the bust measurement is most important.

Our patterns are created based on a standard height of 165 cm, meaning you may sometimes need to alter the pattern to perfectly match your body shape. These adjustments are explained in the patterns and on our dedicated page.

How to Take Your Measurements to Choose Your Size:

Taking measurements correctly:

Before selecting your pattern size, it’s essential to measure yourself accurately with a measuring tape:

 - Height: Stand straight and measure from the top of the head to the feet.

 - Bust: Measure at the fullest point of the bust, typically around the middle of the shoulder blades. 

 - Waist: Measure at the narrowest point.

 - Hips: Measure at the widest part of the hips. Ensure measurements are accurate (without holding in your stomach or taking them first thing in the morning on an empty stomach) and breathe normally.

Then, compare these measurements with the size chart provided in the pattern and select your size accordingly. Choose the size closest to your measurements.

Newborn and baby

Children

For kids aged 10-11-12 years , measurements are different for Boys (B) and Girls (G)

Women clothing size chart (cm)

Women clothing size chart (inches)