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This is a sewing pattern for a short cape with a stand collar, which has been highly requested.
The body of the cape is divided into a front piece, side panels, and a back piece—just like our “Short Cape III” pattern.
However, unlike the Short Cape III, this version includes darts at the sides. These darts give the cape a more rounded shape over the shoulders for a better fit.
The length is slightly longer than Short Cape III, and the front opening of the stand collar is designed to be wider, creating a silhouette where the collar slightly wraps around the face from the sides.
This pattern is also recommended as a base for creating 3-panel capes or capes commonly seen in anime and fantasy styles.
The pattern includes basic sewing instructions, but we suggest using it as a base to customize and modify as you like.
After printing, cut along the joining lines and tape the pages together. Seam allowances are already included in the pattern, so you can use it as is.
I'm not so good at English.
So all explanations/instructions were translated using AI.
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(1) Attach fusible interfacing to the wrong side of the collar lining.
(2) Sew the front, side, and back body pieces together. Press the seam allowances open with an iron.
* For sharp curves in the seams, make small cuts to help the fabric lay flat.
* If it is difficult to shape the seams with an iron, you can topstitch the seam allowances open and trim any excess fabric.
* Repeat the same steps for the lining.
There are several ways to attach the collar:
● Sew the collar to the body first, then sew the outer fabric and lining right sides together, leaving an opening. After sewing, turn it inside out.
● Make the collar separately first, then sandwich it between the outer and lining layers and sew them together.
● Attach the collar using the seam allowance of the body, and sandwich the body between the collar pieces before sewing.
Please choose the method that suits your sewing experience best.
Finally, sew buttons, snap fasteners, or hook-and-loop tape (Velcro) to the front to complete the cape.