Choir, Graduation, or Confirmation Style Stole Sewing Pattern

This short stole has a pointed V-Back neckline. The finished length in the front is short, ending at around the waistline. The front ends have V-points. This stole style is frequently used as a Choir Stole to be worn over a cassock or other choir gowns. This style is also used as a Confirmation or Graduation stole.

The instructions and construction style make this stole a nice project for beginner and professional alike.

Suggested fabrics: Carlisle or Portsmouth Polyester Fabrics, Silk dupioni, brocades, silk damasks, metallic brocades, tapestry fabrics, or fabrics of your choice.*

Interfacing fabrics: 100% cotton canvas

Lining Fabric: Satin, or Silk Dupioni

Fabrics and trims:

• 1 1/3 yards face fabric 45", 54" or 60" Wide
  
• 1 1/3 yards interfacing 60" Cotton canvas
  
• 1 1/3 yards lining 45" or 60" fabric
  
• 1 small cross for neckline
  
• Optional trims:
• 2 - 3" to 4" crosses for stole ends
• Embroidery designs or appliques

Finished size: 7" Wide by 44" Long

Pattern: Paper with black line image.                                                              Also included: written instructions

*NOTE: Pastoral/priest stole pattern contains a paper pattern and written instructions only. Fabrics, interfacing, lining, embellishments (trims), fringe, tassels, and stole chain or cord are sold separately.

*Not suitable for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing Lycra. Patterns are physical products that need to be shipped. They are not available for PDF download.