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Cornelius Western Shirt - Crew Pattern

Name: Cornelius Western Shirt - Crew Pattern
Brand: Closet Core CREW
SKU: CREW-CORNELIUS
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Rating: 4.93 (15 reviews)

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Closet Core Patterns drafts patterns in three different size ranges depending on the design. Please note that older patterns may only be available in sizes 0-20. You can explore the size charts for all our size ranges below, in addition to toggling between imperial and metric measurements.

0–20 Size Range 14–32 Size Range Alpha Size Range (2023) Alpha Size Range (2024 Onwards)

Inches CM

Measurement	0	2	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
Full bust	31"	32"	33"	34"	35"	36.5"	38"	40"	42"	44"	46"
Full bust	79	81	84	86	89	93	97	102	107	112	117
High bust	29"	30"	31"	32"	33"	34.5"	36"	38"	40"	42"	44"
High bust	74	76	79	82	84	88	91	97	102	107	112
Waist	24"	25"	26"	27"	28"	29.5"	31"	33"	35"	37"	39"
Waist	61	64	66	69	71	75	79	84	90	94	99
Hips	33"	34"	35"	36"	37"	38.5"	40"	42"	44"	46"	48"
Hips	84	86	89	91	94	98	102	107	112	117	122

The 0-20 size range is drafted for B cup, with an average height of 5'-6".

Cup size = difference between full and high bust (1"=A, 2"=B, 3"=C, 4"=D). If your difference exceeds 2", you may need a full bust adjustment.

Measurement	14	16	18	20	22	24	26	28	30	32
Full bust	42"	44"	46"	48"	50"	52"	54"	56"	58"	60"
Full bust	107	112	117	122	127	132	137	142	147	152.5
High bust	38"	40"	42"	44"	46"	48"	50"	52"	54"	56"
High bust	97	102	107	112	117	122	127	132	137	142
Waist	35"	37"	39"	41"	43"	45"	47"	49"	51"	53"
Waist	89	94	99	104	109	114	119	124.5	129.5	134.5
Hips	45"	47"	49"	51"	53"	55"	57"	59"	61"	63"
Hips	114	119	124.5	129.5	134.5	140	145	150	155	160

The 14-32 size range is drafted for D cup, with a pear-shaped lower body and an average height of 5'-6".

Cup size = difference between full and high bust (1"=A, 2"=B, 3"=C, 4"=D). If your difference exceeds 4", you may need a full bust adjustment. If your difference is smaller, you may need a small bust adjustment.
Note: even if your numeric size overlaps with the 0-20 range, body measurements are not the same — always size by measurements, not past size.

Measurement	XXS	XS	S	M	L	XL	1X	2X	3X	4X
Full bust	31–32"	33–34"	35–36"	37–39"	40–42"	43–45"	46–48"	49–52"	53–56"	57–60"
Full bust	79–82	83–86	87–91	92–99	100–107	108–114	115–122	123–132	133–142	143–152
Waist	24–25"	26–27"	28–29"	30–32"	33–35"	36–38"	39–41"	42–45"	46–49"	50–53"
Waist	61–64	65–69	70–74	75–81	82–89	90–97	98–104	105–114	115–124	125–135
Hips	33–34"	35–36"	37–38"	39–41"	42–44"	45–47"	48–50"	51–54"	55–58"	59–63"
Hips	83–86	87–91	92–97	98–104	105–112	113–119	120–127	128–137	138–147	148–157

The Alpha size range (2023) covers XXS–4X, with an average height of 5'-6".

Works best for less fitted and more oversized patterns without bust darts. Covers A–D cup.
Used for the Fran Pajamas, Jenna Shirt, and Phoebe Coat.

Measurement	XXS	XS	S	M	L	XL	1X	2X	3X	4X	5X	6X
Full bust	32–33"	34–35"	36–37"	38–39"	40–41"	42–43"	44–45"	46–48"	49–51"	52–54"	55–57"	58–60"
Full bust	81–84	85–89	90–94	96–99	100–104	106–110	111–115	116–122	123–130	132–138	139–145	146–152
Waist	25–26"	27–28"	29–30"	31–32"	33–34"	35–36"	37–38"	39–41"	42–44"	45–47"	48–50"	51–53"
Waist	63–67	68–72	73–77	78–82	83–87	88–92	93–97	98–105	106–112	113–120	121–127	128–135
Hips	34–35"	36–37"	38–39"	40–41"	42–43"	44–45"	46–47"	48–50"	51–53"	54–56"	57–59"	60–62"
Hips	86–90	91–95	96–100	101–105	106–110	111–115	116–120	121–128	129–136	137–143	144–151	152–158

The Alpha size range (2024 onwards) covers XXS–6X, with an average height of 5'-6".

Spans the same body measurements as the 2023 chart but introduces additional sizes for finer gradation.
Used for all alpha-sized patterns released from 2024 onward.

How to Choose the Right Size Range For You

Since there is some overlap between our two size ranges, you may be wondering which one to choose. The main difference between the two size ranges is that the 14-32 range is drafted for larger busts with a more pear-shaped lower body. If you fall in one of the overlapping sizes, we suggest determining your cup size first by measuring your full bust and high bust and subtracting one from the other. Each inch difference equals one cup size. If you are a D cup or larger, our 14-32 range will ensure the best fit through the bust. If you are an A/B/C cup through the bust and less pear-shaped, the 0-20 range will be the best option.

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The Cornelius Western Shirt, created in collaboration with Cornelius Quiring, blends iconic Western details with thoughtful construction. Saddle up – this pattern is loaded with options, from sewn-on yokes to collars and pockets, so that you can customize to your heart's content. Cornelius is semi-fitted, but can be further tailored to the body with optional front darts and back fish-eye darts. A classic sleeve with a tower placket and cuff is shared with all versions, while additional features can be mixed and matched to create your perfect Western shirt. Keep it classic with simple fabrics, or go full rhinestone cowboy with piping, fringe, beading, and embroidery.

View A is a classic Western shirt with angled front yokes, patch pockets with flaps, and a timeless two-piece collar.
View B is a showstopper with curved front yokes, smile pockets with piping, a dramatic Western two-piece collar, and optional decorative piping throughout.

Pattern Difficulty: Intermediate

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Suggested Fabric

Light to medium weight wovens and shirtings.
• For a crisp, classic shirt choose structured wovens like poplin, chambray, oxford, broadcloth, and dobby and twill shirtings.
• For a softer effect, choose linen, Tencel, voile, viscose, silk, or flannel.
If you’re making View B and using a heavier weight fabric like flannel, we recommend using a lightweight cotton for the smile pocket bags (Q + R).

Shop Perfect Match Fabrics

Yardage (sizes 0-20) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide

VIEW A - ANGLED YOKE + PATCH POCKETS ~ Sizes 0-14 = 2.25 yd (2.05 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m)

VIEW B - CURVED YOKE + SMILE POCKETS ~ Sizes 0-8 = 2.25 yd (2.05 m), Sizes 10-14 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m)

Yardage (sizes 0-20) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide

VIEW A - ANGLED YOKE + PATCH POCKETS ~ Sizes 0-14 = 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.25 yd (2.05 m)

VIEW B - CURVED YOKE + SMILE POCKETS ~ Sizes 0-8 = 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 10-20 = 2.25 yd (2.05 m)

Yardage (sizes 14-32) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide

VIEW A - ANGLED YOKE + PATCH POCKETS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 22-26 = 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 28-32 = 3.25 yd (3 m)

VIEW B - CURVED YOKE + SMILE POCKETS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 22-26 = 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 28-32 = 3.25 yd (3 m)

Yardage (sizes 14-32) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide

VIEW A - ANGLED YOKE + PATCH POCKETS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 22-32 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m)

VIEW B - CURVED YOKE + SMILE POCKETS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 22-32 = 2.5 yd (2.55 m)

Yardage (sizes 34-52 Men's) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide

VIEW A - ANGLED YOKE + PATCH POCKETS ~ Sizes 34-38 = 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 40-44 = 3.25 yd (3 m), Sizes 46-52 = 3.75 yd (3.45 m)

VIEW B - CURVED YOKE + SMILE POCKETS ~ Sizes 34-38 = 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 40-44 = 3.25 yd (3 m), Sizes 46-52 = 3.75 yd (3.45 m)

Yardage (sizes 34-52 Men's) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide

VIEW A - ANGLED YOKE + PATCH POCKETS ~ Sizes 34-38 = 2.25 yd (2.05 m), Sizes 40-44 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 46-52 = 3 yd (2.75 m)

VIEW B - CURVED YOKE + SMILE POCKETS ~ Sizes 34-38 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 40-44 = 2.5 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 46-52 = 2.5 yd (2.75 m)

Additional Supplies

Fusible interfacing, 0.5 yard (0.5 m)
• Choose a light to mid weight woven interfacing for a softer effect
• Choose a crisp, non-woven interfacing for sturdier cuffs and collars
Cotton lining for pocket bags, 0.25 yd (0. 25 m) (Optional, View B)
Shirt buttons or snaps, 14-16 x 1/2" (13 mm) - 5/8" (16 mm) wide
Matching thread
Marking tool
Piping (View B)

• Sizes 0-20:
• 0-6: 4 yd (3.5 m)
• 8-20: 4.5 yd (4 m)

• Sizes 14-32:
• 14-24: 5.5 yd (5 m)
• 26-32: 6 yd (5.5 m)

Sizes Available:

0-20

14-32

34-52

Garment Measurement

Men's Garment Measurement

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PDF File Details

	Sizes 0-20	Sizes 14-32	Sizes 34-52 (Men's)
Letter / A4	31 pages	37 pages	38 pages
Copyshop / A0	2 pages	2 pages	2 pages
Projector Files?	YES
Layered Files?	YES

Super well-fittng shirt!

I lengthened the sleeve because I like a long sleeve, and this one ends at the wristbone. I also added a seam to the back sleeve to insert fringe. Made size 14 from the 2nd size range. I love the bust dart. It is super well-fitting, fantastically drafted shirt that can be customized so many ways. I made it in linen and added appliqué to the yokes and collar. I got so many compliments when I wore it at the Calgary Stampede.

Obsessed

I bought this pattern because many reviews said the instructions were so easy to understand there were a couple of parts that took me a little while to figure out but once I did it made sense. I was so nervous about the sleeve placket but it ended up being kinda fun. I wanted a looser fit so I sized up and did not add any darts and it fits exactly how I wanted, the second shirt (yellow) I whipped up in about 1/2 the time. I am so excited to make more, the possibilities are endless I love how you can mix and play with pattern, the pockets, yokes, collar. This was my first successful garment that I made with a pattern that is actually wearable yay! Oh yeah first time making my own piping, such a fun detail!

Love this shirt and pattern!

This is only my second garment, and while this pattern had lots of components, I found the instructions to be very clear and precise with excellent drawings that made construction pretty straightforward. Would definitely choose another closet core pattern!

Beautiful details!

This is one of my first intermediate patterns, and I learned so much! The instructions are clear and detailed. I also love the details of the design! My finished shirt is so cool and professional looking. I definitely recommend this pattern :)

great shirt!

I'm a beginner to sewing and still have a long way to go in the fine details, but these Plans worked great for an ambitious first project!

What a winner! Thoroughly recommend the Cornelius Western Shirt pattern

The Cornelius Western Shirt pattern was my first from Closet Core, my first ever shirt, and my first collar with a stand. It was a beautiful sew and I'll make another. Great drafting, crystal clear instructions, with lots of inspiration from videos and blogs to personalise the shirt. I did a straight shirt - no darts, piping or in-your-face topstitching - to start with. Just a bit of grading between sizes around the belly. Fits perfectly and is very comfy to wear. Make #2 will be the party version -- with piping and hand embroidered yokes. The only issue that would make our lives easier is for less ease on the sleeve head please. Yes, we can use gathers, but why bother if you can do without? Love, love, love this pattern. Just the ease please!

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