Closed Sleeve Latin Mass Dalmatic Style 5003

The Church has passed down more than scripture, it has passed down sacred tradition, including the vestments worn at the altar. These garments are not decorative, they are part of the liturgy itself, created to reflect the reverence and dignity of the Mass.

This Style 5003 Closed Sleeve Latin Mass Dalmatic Sewing Pattern follows that tradition closely.

It’s based on early Roman vestments and is suitable for making authentic dalmatics or tunicles for use in the Traditional Latin Mass, especially for Solemn High Masses and Pontifical celebrations.

The closed sleeve with open side construction is a historic design feature that allows for flexibility and breathability while maintaining a traditional silhouette.

The trim placement can also be customized to fit your project needs, whether you're building a one-off vestment or coordinating with a full set of liturgical colors

Whether you’re preparing for a diaconal ordination, a solemn high Mass, or simply want to handcraft something for your parish, this pattern helps you honor the liturgy with every stitch, just like the Church always intended.

Product Features

• Historical Accuracy: Pattern follows early Roman vestment design.
  

• Multiple Length Options: Includes short and long versions.

• Trim & Orphrey Guides: Markings for classic sacred placement.
  

• Full Lining & Interfacing: For a structured, professional finish.
  

• Open Shoulder Design: Traditional tie closures at shoulder, waist, and underarm.

Skill Levels

Intermediate to Professional Sewists

Some experience with vestment construction or tailored garments is recommended due to the lining, interfacing, and trim placement requirements.

Fabric & Yardage Recommendations

Face Fabric:

• Suitable for light to medium-weight wovens.

Suggested Fabrics:

• Silk dupioni,
• Brocades, 
• Silk damasks,
• Metallic brocades,
• Tapestry fabrics,
• Wool gabardines.

Not suitable or designed for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing Lycra

Face Fabric Yardage:

• 2 3/4 yards of 54” or 60“ wide fabric. Additional fabric may be needed to match pattern repeats

Interfacing:

• Medium weight 100% cotton canvas or 100% linen canvas interfacing

Interfacing yardage: 

• 2 3/4 yards of 60” interfacing

Lining Fabric:

• Cotton, broadcloth, satin, cotton sateen

Lining Fabric Yardage:

• 2 3/4 yards of 54” or 60“ wide fabric

Trim: 

• Long- 6 3/4 yards of 1/2” wide trim
             10 1/4 yards of 1” wide trim
• Short- 6 1/4 yards of 1/2” wide trim
             9 1/2 yards of 1” wide trim

Ties

• 3 yards of ribbon, trim, or twill tape

Orphreys:

• 3/4 yard of orphrey fabric
• 3/4 yard of fusible interfacing

What You’ll Receive

• Full-size printed pattern with written instruction - NOT available as PDF format
  

• Four distinct pattern layout: Front, Back, Sleeve Orphrey, Front/Back Orphrey.
  

• Illustrated instructions with cutting layouts, seam allowances, and trim placement guides.
  

• Markings for adjusting length and orphrey configuration.
• Guidance on fabric layout for both solid and patterned designs.
  

Size Measurements

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.

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