I AM Patterns - Aimé (New Packaging)

About Aimé

Most paper I AM patterns are size 36-46 BUT this pattern IS 34-52.  They offer a larger size range in PDF. 

The Aimé is a men’s shirt, adapted to suit women. It features all the makings of the classic men’s shirt; the button placket on the left, the tower placket at the cuff and the shirt collar, whilst adapting to more feminine styles with 3 other lengths, a slim collar and a slimmer sleeve. There's a back yoke to reinforce the shoulders, and it can be sewn with or without a centre back pleat. The curved hem shape is the perfect finishing touch to this great classic.

In an effort to reduce paper usage some pattern pieces overlap with each other, so you will need to trace the pattern on paper or use Cloth Edit’s Vilene Light.  It is fantastic for tracing patterns, and you can even sew it, which makes it great for fitting.  (Note - the overlapping is neither extensive nor hard to discern).

This pattern is in the NEW packaging which is a white envelope style that's easy to open. 

The Fabric

For your Aimé select poplin, cotton lawn, Oxford cloth, Swiss dot, chambray, cotton or viscose twill, crepe, silk, viscose, double gauze, cotton voile, wax, flannel, tartan, linen, washed cotton, Tencel…

The Notions

• Interfacing: 42″ x 12″ (105 cm x 30 cm)

• 1/2” (12 mm) diameter buttons:

  • Cropped shirt: 5, Shirt: 7, Below-knee length: 10, Maxi-dress: 12

  • Long sleeves: 6

Sizing

The Aimé covers the size range of 34-52. 

Level of Difficulty

I AM Patterns indicates that Aimé is an 'Intermediate' pattern. The instructions are clear, with step by step illustrations.

I AM Patterns is a very popular French independent sewing pattern company, owned by two sisters: Marie-Emilienne (founder and designer) and Blandine (marketing manager).  I AM Patterns’ designs are modern and push the boundaries, but they also include timeless pieces.  I hope you enjoy exploring their range.