Maniple Sewing Pattern for Priest Vestments Style 2004

A Sacred Offering in Every Stitch

Maybe you’ve been asked to sew a vestment for a priest. Or perhaps your parish entrusted you with creating something sacred for a holy feast. You want every detail to feel right, the proportions, the symbolism, the way it drapes.

The Style 2004 Maniple Sewing Pattern was created for sacred work like this.

Whether you’ve made vestments before or are sewing one for the first time, this printed pattern offers clear instructions you can trust.

With thoughtfully marked layout guides and detailed instructions, you’ll align trim precisely, finish hems cleanly, and work confidently with brocade, silk, or linen.

Rooted in centuries of ecclesiastical tradition, the maniple’s narrow silhouette and understated design mirror the solemn dignity of its Roman origins and monastic simplicity.

A needle, some thread, a humble piece of cloth, these are the tools. But in the hands of someone like you, they become something more: a sacred offering, made with love and lasting purpose.

Product Features

• Full-size maniple pattern for priest or pastor vestments

• Can be created with a plain hem or a hem trimmed with fringe or tassels.

• Includes marking on lining for optional tacking stitch loop, creating a small arm loop for secure wearing
  

• Center cross placement guide for embroidery or appliqué (suitable for hand, machine, or iron-on crosses)
  

• Guideline markings for orphrey band placement (adjustable for number and width to suit your design)

• Clean, simple silhouette appropriate for modern or traditional use
  

• Traditional narrow maniple shape for priest or pastor vestments
  

Skill Level

Beginner to Professional
Whether you're new to liturgical sewing or an experienced vestment maker, this maniple pattern is accessible and rewarding. A beginner-friendly, while the customizable orphrey and trim options offer depth for seasoned seamstress or seamsters.

Fabric & Yardage Recommendations

Maniple Fabric:

• 3/4 yard of 45", 54" or 60" fabric.

Interfacing: 

• 3/4 yard 60" cotton canvas.

Lining Fabric:

•  3/4 yard 45" or 60" fabric.

Trims:

• Cross patch approximately 2". 9 1/2" of 1/4" wide braided elastic.
• Optional: 12 tassels or 1/2 yard fringe. 1/4 to 1/3 yard fabric, 3/4 yard narrow trim or braid

Suggested Fabrics: 

• Silk dupioni, 
• Brocades, 
• Silk damasks, 
• Metallic brocades,
• Tapestry fabrics, wool gaberdines. 
• Not suitable or designed for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing Lycra.

Lining Fabric:

•  Cotton, broadcloth, satin, cotton sateen

Finished Size:

• 5" wide by 20" in length

What You’ll Receive

• Full-size professionally printed paper pattern
  

• Layout diagram with cutting suggestions

• Includes instruction booklet originally designed for stoles, allowing for consistency in construction methods
  

Pairs well with Chasuble 

Style 2004 Maniple pairs well with Chasuble styles

• 3001
• 3002
• 3003

Important Note About This Product

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.

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