Traditional Linen Alb without Gathers for Adult Style Sewing Pattern

Designed for comfort, movement, and a clean finish.

This sewing pattern helps you create a professional-quality alb for church use.

It features side gores that allow for fuller movement and include hidden pockets so you can reach the pockets of the clothes worn underneath.

The front, back, and sleeves are made with traditional flat panels. Optional trim can be added and removed easily for washing. A placket neckline with a stand-up collar gives the garment a neat, finished look.

Both sleeve and skirt lengths are adjustable, making the pattern suitable for different heights and needs.

This pattern is designed for advanced sewists and professionals who want to achieve a tailored, well-constructed vestment with practical features.

Product Features

• Side gores that make the skirt fuller and easier to move in

• Pocket access points on the gores for quick access to trouser pockets

• Traditional fabric accents on front, back, and sleeves with decorative trim

• Snap attachment system for easy removal of decorative elements when laundering

• Neat placket and collar at the neckline

• Adjustable length options for skirt and sleeves to fit different heights

Skill Levels

• This is a project for advanced intermediate to professional-level seamstresses.

Fabric and Trim Yardages Recommendation

Main Fabrics:

• Poplin,
• Cotton broadcloth, 
• Linen.

• Not suitable or designed for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing Lycra.

• 60” wide fabric is recommended.

Main Fabric Yardage:

• XS-S-M-L: 5 1/3 yards
• XL-2XL-3XL: 6 1/4 yards

Complimentary Fabrics

• Silk dupioni, 
• Brocades, 
• Silk damasks, 
• Metallic brocades, 
• Tapestry fabrics, 
• Wool gaberdines.
• Not suitable or designed for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing Lycra.
• Complimentary Fabric Yardage: 1/4 yard

Interfacing

• Medium weight, fusible interfacing.
• Interfacing Yardage: 1/3 yard of 36” wide interfacing

Lining Fabric

• Cotton, broadcloth, satin, cotton sateen
• Lining Fabric Yardage: 1/4 yard

Trims

Apparel Trims

• 5 yards of 1/2” wide trim
• Snaps: 28- 3/8” snaps
• Button: 1- 3/4” button

Alb Measurement Guide

Size	Across Front	Center Back Length
Adult XS	18¼"	50½"
Adult S	19¾"	51⅛"
Adult M	21¼"	51¾"
Adult L	22¾"	52⅜"
Adult XL	24¼"	53"
Adult 2XL	25¾"	53⅝"
Adult 3XL	27¼"	54¼"

Note: Measurements provided for proper sizing of our Traditional Linen Alb without Gathers (Style 4054 & 4055). Select the size that best accommodates the wearer's measurements for a personalized fit suitable for liturgical service.

What You'll Receive

• Full-size paper pattern pieces:  front, back, side panel, yoke, collar, sleeve, apparel, sleeve apparel, and placket

• Step-by-step printed sewing instructions
  

• Adjustment lines for skirt and sleeve length

• Guidance for cutting, construction, and finishing

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.