Style #3012 Cross Back Latin Mass Roman Chasuble Sewing Pattern

Some garments are simply worn. Others are stitched with devotion.

The Roman chasuble was never meant to be ordinary. Its bold lines and crossback silhouette weren’t just design choices, they were declarations of reverence. Made for something more.

Introducing Style 3012: a Roman chasuble pattern inspired by a vintage ecclesiastical garment from our liturgical collection.

Carefully reconstructed from a traditional fiddleback chasuble, Style 3012 honors the simplicity of centuries past while offering modern clarity and structure for the present-day maker.

For those who feel called to create with meaning, this is your next offering.

Pattern Features 

• Traditional silhouette designed with historical reverence for Latin Rite liturgies
  
• One-size pattern - Details taken from original vintage vestment

Two Construction Versions:

• Version A: Includes optional orphrey band pieces for full decorative trim
  
• Version B: Simpler trim-only layout marked directly on the chasuble
  
• Pattern Layout Includes: Front, back, optional front shoulder, orphrey bands, interfacing bands
  
• Adjustable length easily modify for clergy of different heights
  
• Sewing Tips Included: Pressing, slip stitching, staystitching, trimming corners, and grading seams
  
• Clear written instructions with step-by-step illustrations

Fabric and Yardage Recommendations

Yardage requirements: 

• Face Fabric: 2 1/2 yards of 60" fabric. (allow extra for matching pattern repeats)
  
• Interfacing: 2 1/2 yards of 60" Cotton Canvas
  
• Interfacing: 2  yards of 36" fusible interfacing for orphrey bands
  
• Lining Fabric: 2 1/2 yards yards of 60" fabric.
• Contract fabric for column orphrey: 2 1/4  yards
• Narrow Trim:   6 1/2 yards of 1" trim, 6 1/4 yards of 1/2" trim
• Twill Tape: 4 yards for tie

Suggested Fabrics:

• Brocades,
• Carlisle Solids,
• Silk Dupioni

Contrast fabric:

• Metallic Brocade,
• Silk Dupioni,
• Brocades 

Lining:

• Polyester Satin,
• Silk Dupioni,
• Cotton Sateen

Optional Interfacing for Orphrey Band

• Consider adding an applique or embroidery to your project, too!

Skill Level

• Best suited for intermediate to advanced sewists seeking a meaningful and rewarding project

Finished Size Chart

Pairs well Chasuble

Suggested stole and maniple patterns to use with this chasuble:

• Style 1020
• Style 1021
• Style 1022
• Style 1030
• Style 1035

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 sewing level for this project?

This is a project for advanced intermediate to professional-level seamstresses. This project is NOT for beginners. 

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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