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Intermediate

Classic Polo

The standard polo shirt silhouette with regular (+4″) ease and a slightly longer above-elbow sleeve. Interfaced collar for a crisp, traditional look.

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Drafted from 6 of your measurements. No size chart approximation.

What You Get

  1. Pattern pieces: Front Bodice, Back Bodice, Sleeve, Sleeve Rib Cuff, Polo Collar, CF Placket Facing, Neck Tape
  2. Download formats: Tiled PDF (US Letter and A4 for home printing), projector file for no-print cutting, A0 large-format for copy-shop printing
  3. Construction steps: 1. Prepare CF placket / 2. Prepare polo collar / 3. Sew shoulder seams...
  4. Materials guide: Fabric recommendations with yardage estimates, notions list, needle and thread guide, and machine settings
  5. Scale check: 1:1 verification square so you can confirm print accuracy before cutting any fabric

Customizable Options

  • Fit: Slim (+2″) / Regular (+4″) / Relaxed (+6″)
  • Sleeve length: Mid-bicep (7″) / Above elbow (9″)
  • Collar finish: Interfaced (crisp, structured) / No interfacing (soft, sporty)
  • Seam allowance: ⅜″ / ½″
  • Hem allowance (turn-back): ½″ single fold / ¾″ single fold

Drafted from 6 of your measurements

Every dimension is drafted from your measurements. No grading, no size charts.

What we draftSource
Chest circumferenceDrafted directly from your chest measurement
Shoulder widthDrafted directly from your shoulder measurement
Neck circumferenceDrafted directly from your neck measurement
Bicep circumferenceDrafted directly from your bicep measurement
Torso lengthDrafted directly from your torsoLength measurement
waistToArmpitDrafted directly from your waistToArmpit measurement

Fabric Recommendations

  • Cotton piqué
  • Poly jersey / interlock
  • Cotton jersey

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sleeve length on the classic polo?

The above-elbow preset is 9″ from the underarm — it sits just above the elbow for a traditional polo look.

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