Altar Server Square Yoke Cotta Sewing Pattern | Traditional Church Vestment Made Simple

Looking to make beautiful altar server garments?

Our Square Yoke Cotta Sewing Pattern helps you create professional-quality garments that honor church traditions.

Our sewing pattern works great for beginners and experienced sewists alike. The simple design makes sewing straightforward while keeping all the traditional elements that make cottas special.

With each stitch, you’ve added to something far greater than a garment—you’ve added to the life of the Church itself.

Product Features

• One-piece square yoke design - NOT available as PDF format

• Gathered skirt for beautiful movement

• ¾ length sleeves with slightly gathered caps

• Hip-length garment

• Available in multiple sizes from Child to Adult sizes

Available in Sizes: 

• Style 4020 Child sizes S-M-L Multi-sized Pattern
  
• Style 4021 Youth sizes L, XL Multi-sized Pattern
  
• Style 4022 Adult sizes S, M, L, XL Multi-sized Pattern 

Fabric Recommendation

Suggested Fabrics:

• Poplin or linen.

Underlining

• Lightweight cotton broadcloth

• Similar lightweight fabrics

Use of fusible interfacing in place of underlining is NOT recommended, as the interfacing may stiffen the fabric. That is not the intended purpose of the underlining.

Size Chart

Fabric Yardages Chart

Garment Measurements Chart

Note: The image below shows the finished garment size according to garment measurements above, not body measurements

What You'll Receive 

• Pattern printed on paper ready to use

• Fabric layout guides to save material

• Professional sewing tips for a polished finish

• Finishing techniques for a clean look inside and out

Important Note 

Sewing patterns are not returnable per the Return policy. Please read all product details carefully to understand that this is a sewing pattern and not a completed garment.  

Pattern FAQ's

What is the pattern printed on?

The pattern is printed on white paper.  For those who wish to use something a bit less stiff, you may prefer to trace the pattern onto a lighter-weight Pellon pattern interfacing paper.

Why is the pattern printed on white paper?

There are limited paper options available for small pattern companies to keep production minimums low and costs affordable for clients. The patterns are printed locally in small quantities as needed. The available paper that is large enough for use with our full-size patterns for use while still allowing for small print runs is white blueprint paper.

Can the wrinkles be pressed out of the pattern by ironing?

It is NOT recommended to use anything hot to press the pattern paper. The patterns are printed with toner ink and they will smudge and leave black marks on other surfaces if the pattern is ironed. Simple smooth the pattern out by hand prior to cutting. If you prefer, the pattern may also be traced off on Pellon Pattern interfacing to preserve the original.

Is the pattern available as a digital download file?

The patterns are NOT available as a digital download file. They are a physical product that requires shipping.

Are the patterns sold to clients the same patterns used by Ecclesiastical Sewing?

Yes. We use the very same patterns that are available online in our workrooms for creating beautiful vestments.

May I make a copy of the pattern in my plotter or save a digital copy of this pattern?

The pattern is copyrighted and is offered as a courtesy for use in the church to the Glory of God. The pattern may NOT be copied or saved in any digital format, resold, modified, and sold as an original work, etc.

For private use only. Not intended for commercial use.

Vestment and Stole Care Guide

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For more detailed information about this Cotta Altar Server pattern, please visit our blog post on Cottas.