{"product_id":"126-vests-from-greece-and-poland","title":"126 Vests from Greece and Poland","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes XS - 2XL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese authentic designs can be lavishly decorated, embroidered, appliquéd, and otherwise embellished. This sewing pattern includes a short vest for men or women from Greece, a mid-calf Greek vest, and two variations of a Polish woman's vest with petal-shaped tabs along the bottom edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eshort Greek vest\u003c\/strong\u003e is waist-length on women and slightly shorter on men.  It has a narrow band collar, a button and loop at the neck, and curved front edges.  The short and long Greek vests can be made lined or unlined. Fold-over braid binds the edges of the short vest when unlined, and is optional when lined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe panels of the \u003cstrong\u003elong Greek vest\u003c\/strong\u003e flare gracefully from a slightly raised waist.  As on many Greek coats and vests, the front opening does not meet, but frames the body.  Narrow shoulders and a uniquely pieced back construction are accented by a small pleat on either side of the back and small side slits at the hemline.  With or without lining, fold-over braid is used for finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth Greek vests are traditionally trimmed with narrow cord or braid and bits of appliquéd velvet; several buttons and shells further decorate the shorter one.  Designs and instructions for all vest embellishment are included in the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodices, or vests, from several areas of Poland are similar in general construction, with differences in detailing and decoration.  Our two \u003cstrong\u003ePolish vest\u003c\/strong\u003e versions are fitted to the waist with a scoop neckline and laced front opening.  Petal-like tabs finish the bottom edge, and are echoed in overlapping shoulder straps.  These bodices are usually made of velveteen, and are lined.  Optional embellishments include a simple soutache design, or colorful sequin and bead treatment.  Other traditional decorative possibilities include embroidery or application of purchased braid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to heavyweight, closely woven fabrics such as denim, velveteen, corduroy, silk, velvet, wool, blends, and upholstery fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/126_sizing_xs-2xl.pdf?v=1601321847\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PDF pattern has instructions and files for copy shop (36” and A0), print at home (A4 and 8.5”x11”)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLEARN MORE: \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-transfer-embroidery-designs-to-fabric?_pos=12\u0026amp;_sid=31a1c06b4\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eHow to transfer embroidery designs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/options-for-making-the-short-greek-vest?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=31a1c06b4\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eIdeas for making the Short Greek Vest\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to create continuous bias binding, video below. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":46456846352583,"sku":"000230-001390","price":24.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed","offer_id":46456846385351,"sku":"000230-001390-Printed","price":36.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/3514\/7097\/files\/replic-126_2_versions_on_white_1bf933a6-5642-4376-9ff7-730d6420bc6b.jpg?v=1777213039","url":"https:\/\/empiremakespace.com\/products\/126-vests-from-greece-and-poland","provider":"Empire Make Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}