Sleeveless T-Shirt
Today we’re making a kids’ T-shirt that’s very easy for you to sew and wonderfully comfortable for them to wear in summer. It’s unisex, fully customizable, and comes with patterns for ages one to six.
Project preview
This video is for members
Join Lulu Ferris to watch the complete class and sew along at your own pace.
What you’ll make
Make a simple sleeveless T-shirt for warm weather using a downloadable children’s pattern. This unisex basic includes an optional patch pocket.
Wear it alone or pair it with the Lucas shorts for an easy summer outfit.
What you’ll learn in this class
- Cut full front and back pieces on the fold.
- Prepare and topstitch an optional woven pocket.
- Join knit shoulder and side seams.
- Control and stitch narrow armhole hems.
- Quarter a neckband and neckline for even placement.
- Finish seams with a zigzag stitch or serger.
Fabric and supplies
Jersey knit is recommended for the shirt. The sample uses nonstretch woven fabric for the pocket, with its raw edges finished before attachment.
Use a ballpoint or jersey needle for the knit. Fabric glue, pins, or basting can help control the small hems and neckband.
Make it your own
Omit the pocket, move it to the back, or change its shape. Try a print, fabric paint, appliqué, or the pineapple stencil.
Sizing
The downloadable shirt pattern covers sizes from 12–18 months through 5–6 years.
The complete video class includes an A4 shirt pattern for home printing and a separate file of pocket templates.
Pattern & materials
Patterns are included with membership
Active members can download every available PDF and materials list.
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