Sewing Errata
We do our very best to make error-free patterns, but sometimes something will slip through the cracks. Please search our patterns below (organized alphabetically) for any updates! Thank You.
Baby Pants
June 6, 2015
We’ve adjusted the pattern for sizes 3-9 months to give a wider leg and roomier fit.
Boxy Tee Three Ways
JUNE 3, 2015
We added 1 1/2 inches to the width of the Sleeves for all versions to make a wider armhole and roomier fit.
City Gym Shorts for All Ages
SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
In the CUT section, the Waistband measurement for Kids’ size 11 has been added as 33 1/2 inches. A measurement for the bias strips for Kids’ size 11 has also been added as 48 inches.
Fleece Baby Jumpsuit
DECEMBER 16, 2014
Yardage for the Michael Miller Organic Fleece has changed from 2 yards, to 1 1/2 to 2 yards
Linen Gauze Wrap
AUGUST 26, 2014
In the PIECE THE WRAP section the following additions have been made…
Sew along the pinned line 1/4 inch from the raw edge twice.
Remove the pins and turn the scarf over. Now sew 1/4 inch from the raw edge on the other side twice.
Neighborhood Quilt from Thompson Street Studios
October 22, 2020
The Neighborhood Quilt Pattern templates have been reconfigured to provide a more intuitive sewing experience. Please be sure to print your pattern pieces at 100% and check that the 1-inch grid key aligns after printing.
January 11, 2021
The Materials + Tools Needed List has been updated to reflect the color denominations for Hand Quilting Thread Colors A, B, and C. Those colors are listed as:
- Hand Quilting Thread Color A: One 220-yard spool in sky blue
- Hand Quilting Thread Color B: One 220-yard spool in emerald green
- Hand Quilting Thread Color C: One 220-yard spool in sea foam
March 4, 2021
We have updated the recommended yardage for colors C, E, and I in order to compensate for fabric shrinkage from pre-washing. We now recommend…
- 3/4 yard Fabric C (Duck Egg Blue in Spectrum Cotton)
- 3/4 yard Fabric E (Ink Blue in Spectrum Cotton)
- 1/2 yard Fabric I (Milk White in Daily Linen)
Also note that our Neighborhood Quilt Bundle now includes these updated amounts. If you purchased the original bundle and require assistance, please contact our team at customerservice@purlsoho.com for further support.
April 13, 2021
This Note has been added to page 3 to clarify the cutting process for the inset arches:
- For pieces 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, and 16 note that given length measurements include 3/8-inch seam allowances. Cut pieces to same width as Arch Template you’re tracing, and be sure to mark notches where applicable.
OCTOBER 17, 2014
In the CUT section of the Edged Pillowcase Pattern, the measurements have changed to…
From the Main Color, cut two 21 by 57 ½ (21 by 65 ½, 21 by 73 ½)–inch rectangles From the Contrasting Color, cut two 21 by 7 ½ inch rectangles.
In the CUT section of the Solid Pillowcase Pattern, the measurements have changed to…
Cut two 21 by 64 (21 by 72, 21 by 80)–inch rectangles.
Super Easy Sewn Blanket for Beginners
AUGUST 26, 2014
Under QUILT,
Step 2 has changed to “Use the non-slip ruler to measure 6 1/2 inches from the left edge along the seam between Color A and B…”
Step 3 has changed to “Continue to place pins equidistantly across the entire length of the seam.”
Weekender Duffle
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
The instructions for cutting the bias tape (at the bottom of page 1) are incorrect. Instead of: From the bias tape, cut…
- One 92-inch length. This is the Handle Piece.
- One 64-inch length. This is the Strap.
It should read: From the bias tape, cut…
- Two 33-inch lengths
Women’s Robe
MAY 13, 2014
Under CUT, the dimensions for the Belt pieces (7a and 7b) have changed to 6 inches by 35 (36, 37, 38 39) inches.
JUNE 30, 2016
Some of our readers (but not all!) have found that the Sleeve and Shoulder seams of the Women’s Robe can feel a little tight. If you’re worried about this happening for you, or if you’re already experiencing this problem, please follow our thorough instructions for widening this section of the Robe. They are in the Update: Adding Room to the Sleeve and Shoulder Seam section of the original story.
- Baby Pants
- Boxy Tee Three Ways
- City Gym Shorts for All Ages
- Fleece Baby Jumpsuit
- Linen Gauze Wrap
- Pillowcases for Every Bed
- Super Easy Sewn Blanket for Beginners
- Weekender Duffle
- Women’s Robe
Baby Pants
June 6, 2015We’ve adjusted the pattern for sizes 3-9 months to give a wider leg and roomier fit.
Boxy Tee Three Ways
June 3, 2015We added 1 1/2 inches to the width of the Sleeves for all versions to make a wider armhole and roomier fit.
City Gym Shorts for All Ages
September 2, 2014In the CUT section, the Waistband measurement for Kids’ size 11 has been added as 33 1/2 inches. A measurement for the bias strips for Kids’ size 11 has also been added as 48 inches.
Fleece Baby Jumpsuit
December 16, 2014Yardage for the Michael Miller Organic Fleece has changed
FROM: 2 yards
TO: 1 1/2 to 2 yards
Linen Gauze Wrap
August 26, 2014In the PIECE THE WRAP section the following additions have been made…
“Sew along the pinned line 1/4 inch from the raw edge twice.”
“Remove the pins and turn the scarf over. Now sew 1/4 inch from the raw edge on the other side twice.”
Pillowcases for Every Bed
October 17, 2014In the CUT section of the Edged Pillowcase Pattern, the measurements have changed
FROM: From the Main Color, cut two 21 by 57 ½ (21 by 61 ½, 21 by 67 ½)–inch rectangles.
TO: From the Main Color, cut two 21 by 57 ½ (21 by 65 ½, 21 by 73 ½)–inch rectangles From the Contrasting Color, cut two 21 by 7 ½ inch rectangles.
In the CUT section of the Solid Pillowcase Pattern, the measurements have changed
FROM: Cut two 21 by 64 (21 by 68, 21 by 74)–inch rectangles.
TO: Cut two 21 by 64 (21 by 72, 21 by 80)–inch rectangles.
Super Easy Sewn Blanket for Beginners
August 26, 2014Under QUILT, Step 2 has changed to “Use the non-slip ruler to measure 6 1/2 inches from the left edge along the seam between Color A and B…”
Step 3 has changed to “Continue to place pins equidistantly across the entire length of the seam.”
Weekender Duffle
September 9, 2016The instructions for cutting the bias tape (at the bottom of page 1) are incorrect. Instead of:
From the bias tape, cut…
- One 92-inch length. This is the Handle Piece.
- One 64-inch length. This is the Strap.
It should read:
From the bias tape, cut…
- Two 33-inch lengths
Women’s Robe
May 13, 2014Under CUT, the dimensions for the Belt pieces (7a and 7b) have changed to 6 inches by 35 (36, 37, 38 39) inches.
Some of our readers (but not all!) have found that the Sleeve and Shoulder seams of the Women’s Robe can feel a little tight. If you’re worried about this happening for you, or if you’re already experiencing this problem, please follow our thorough instructions for widening this section of the Robe. They are in the Update: Adding Room to the Sleeve and Shoulder Seam section of the original story.