Adult Half Zip Sweater

$10.00
 

Now the adults can match their littles! The Adult Half Zip Sweater goes from sizes XXS -  5XL. The mock turtleneck collar and front kangaroo pocket give it an elevated twist while being ever so comfortable. The separate pieces on the top and bottom make this pattern perfect for color blocking and scrap busting! The zipper instructions are very clear and easy to follow, so if you've never sewn a zipper before, this is an awesome pattern to start with! 

Use the size chart to determine which size to cut and sew. If you’re in between
sizes, you can go up or down in side depending on what fit you’re going for. Some of our testers opted to size down for a more fitted look.

This sweater was drafted for a height of 5’ 10”. You can adjust the length as desired! Measuring tips, finished measurements and length adjustment included in the instructions. Please make sure to read through the instructions thoroughly before getting started!

Options: 
  • Hood or Collar
  • Front Pocket
  • Full or Crop Length

Pattern Type:
PDF - Letter, A0, Projector
Includes Layered Pattern, Fabric/Notion Requirements, and Pictured Instructions

Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner

Sizes & Fabric Quantity:

If you want to use rib for cuffs/waistband/collar, we’ve separated the requirements.
If you plan on using only one fabric, be sure to add these two together
when calculating how much fabric you need. Usage requirements based off of a
50” wide bolt.

Hooded Version
XXS - M : 2 1/4 Yards (2.25M)
L - 2X : 2 1/2 Yards (2.5M)
3X - 5X : 2 3/4 Yards (2.75M)

Collar Version
XXS - M : 1 1/2 Yards (1.5M)
L - 2X : 1 3/4 Yards (1.75M)
3X - 5X : 2 Yards (2M)

Rib Requirements
1/2 Yard - all sizes 

Materials: 

  • Knit - We recommend using a thicker knit such as large loop french terry, fleece,
    or other sweater knits. If you use a knit that is pretty stretchy, you’ll want hemming
    tape or interfacing to help stabilize when you add the zipper.
  • Zipper
  • 1/2” (1.3cm) Double folded Bias tape (optional but recommended)
  • Hem Tape, Interfacing or Wonder Tape (optional but highly recommended)

Additional Sizes Examples and Pictures:
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Additional Details:
Once payment has gone through you will be able to download your files immediately! You will also receive both a confirmation email and an email with a link to download your files. The confirmation email will give you the option to view your order where you can download your files. Lots of options! Be sure to check your promotions/spam/junk folders if the email with the file links doesn't come to your inbox.

Please don't share these files with anyone.

If you have any issues feel free to email hello@lowlandkids.com

Kids - Rompers/One piece swimsuits

Size Height Trunk Inseam Waist Hips
NB 19-21" (53cm) 24" (61cm) 6" (15cm) 14" (35cm) 15" (38cm)
0-3M 21-24" (61cm) 26" (66cm) 6.5" (16cm) 15" (38cm) 15.5" (39cm)
3-6M 24-26" (66cm) 27" (69cm) 7.5" (19cm) 15.5" (39cm) 16" (40cm)
6-9M 26-27" (69cm) 28" (71cm) 8.5" (21cm) 16.25" (41cm) 16.5" (42cm)
9-12M 27-29" (73cm) 29" (74cm) 10" (25cm) 16.75" (43cm) 17" (43cm)
12-18M 29-31" (78cm) 31" (79cm) 11.5" (29cm) 17" (43cm) 18" (46cm)
18-24M 31-33" (83cm) 33" (84cm) 12.25" (31cm) 18.5" (47cm) 18.5" (47cm)
2T 33-36" (91cm) 35" (89cm) 13" (33cm) 19.5" (49cm) 19.5" (49cm)
3T 36-39" (99cm) 37" (94cm) 14" (35cm) 20" (51cm) 21.5" (54cm)
4T 39-44" (112cm) 40" (102cm) 15.5" (39cm) 21" (53cm) 22.5" (57cm)
5T 44-50" (126cm) 41" (104cm) 17" (43cm) 21.5" (54cm) 23" (58cm)
6/7 48-52" (132cm) 43" (109cm) 18.5" (47cm) 22" (56cm) 24" (61cm)
7/8 50-56" (142cm) 45" (114cm) 20" (51cm) 22.5" (57cm) 25" (63cm)
8/9 54-58" (147cm) 47" (119cm) 21.5" (55cm) 23.25" (59cm) 26" (66cm)
9/10 56-62" (157cm) 49" (124cm) 23" (58cm) 24" (61cm) 27" (68cm)

Kids - Pants

Size Height Inseam Waist Hips
NB 19-21" 6" 14" 15"
0-3M 21-24" 6.5" 15" 15.5"
3-6M 24-26" 7.5" 15.5" 16"
6-9M 26-27" 8.5" 16.25" 16.5"
9-12M 27-29" 10" 16.75" 17"
12-18M 29-31" 11.5" 17" 18"
18-24M 31-33" 12.25" 18.5" 18.5"
2T 33-36" 13" 19.5" 19.5"
3T 36-39" 14" 20" 21.5"
4T 39-44" 15.5" 21" 22.5"
5T 44-50" 17" 21.5" 23"
6/7 48-52" 18.5" 22" 24"
7/8 50-56" 20" 22.5" 25"
8/9 54-58" 21.5" 23.25" 26"
9/10 56-62" 23" 24" 27"

Kids - Shorts/Tops/Dresses

Size Height Chest Waist Hips
NB 19-21" (53cm) 15" (38cm) 14" (35cm) 15" (28cm)
0-3M 21-24" (61cm) 16.5" (42cm) 15" (38cm) 15.5" (39cm)
3-6M 24-26" (66cm) 17" (43cm) 15.5" (39cm) 16" (40cm)
6-9M 26-27" (69cm) 17.5" (44cm) 16.25" (41cm) 16.5" (42cm)
9-12M 27-29" (73cm) 18" (46cm) 16.75" (43cm) 17" (43cm)
12-18M 29-31" (78cm) 18.5" (47cm) 17" (43cm) 18" (46cm)
18-24M 31-33" (83cm) 19.5" (49cm) 18.5" (47cm) 18.5" (47cm)
2T 33-36" (91cm) 21" (53cm) 19.5" (49cm) 19.5" (49cm)
3T 36-39" (99cm) 22" (56cm) 20" (51cm) 21.5" (54cm)
4T 39-44" (112cm) 23" (58cm) 21" (53cm) 22.5" (57cm)
5T 44-50" (126cm) 24" (61cm) 21.5" (54cm) 23" (58cm)
6/7 48-52" (132cm) 25" (63cm) 22" (56cm) 24" (61cm)
7/8 50-56" (142cm) 26.25" (66cm) 22.5" (57cm) 25" (63cm)
8/9 54-58" (147cm) 27.25" (69cm) 23.25" (59cm) 26" (66cm)
9/10 56-62" (156cm) 28.5" (71cm) 24" (61cm) 27" (68cm)

Youth

Size Height Chest Waist Hips Trunk
7 50" (127cm) 25" (64cm) 21" (54cm) 26" (66cm) 43" (109cm)
8 52" (132cm) 26" (66cm) 22" (56cm) 27" (69cm) 45" (114cm)
9 54" (137cm) 27" (68cm) 23" (58cm) 28" (71cm) 47" (119cm)
10 56" (142cm) 28" (71cm) 24" (61cm) 29" (74cm) 49" (124cm)
11 57" (145cm) 29" (74cm) 25" (64cm) 30" (76cm) 50" (127cm)
12 58" (147cm) 30" (76cm) 26" (66cm) 31" (79cm) 51" (130cm)
13 59" (149cm) 31" (78cm) 27" (69cm) 32" (81cm) 52" (132cm)
14 60" (152cm) 32" (81cm) 28" (71cm) 33" (84cm) 53" (135cm)
15 61" (155cm) 33" (84cm) 29" (74cm) 34" (86cm) 54" (137cm)
16 62" (158cm) 34" (86cm) 30" (76cm) 35" (89cm) 55" (140cm)
17 63" (160cm) 35" (89cm) 31" (79cm) 36" (92cm) 56" (142cm)
18 64" (163cm) 36" (92cm) 32" (81cm) 37" (94cm) 57" (145cm)

Women's

Size Bust Waist Hips
XXS 31" (79cm) 25" (64cm) 32" (81cm)
XS 33" (84cm) 27" (67cm) 35" (89cm)
S 35" (89cm) 29" (74cm) 37" (94cm)
M 37" (94cm) 32" (81cm) 40" (102cm)
L 39" (99cm) 35" (89cm) 43" (109cm)
XL 43" (109cm) 38" (97cm) 47" (119cm)
1X 47" (119cm) 42" (107cm) 51" (129cm)
2X 52" (132cm) 46" (117cm) 56" (142cm)
3X 57" (145cm) 50" (127cm) 61" (155cm)
4X 62" (158cm) 55" (140cm) 66" (168cm)
5X 67" (170cm) 60" (152cm) 71" (180cm)

Men's

Size Chest Waist Hips
XXS 31" (78cm) 26" (66cm) 31" (78cm)
XS 34" (86cm) 28" (71cm) 34" (86cm)
S 37" (94cm) 31" (78cm) 37" (94cm)
M 40" (102cm) 34" (86cm) 40" (102cm)
L 43" (109cm) 37" (94cm) 43" (109cm)
XL 46" (117cm) 40" (102cm) 45" (114cm)
1X 49" (124cm) 44" (112cm) 47" (119cm)
2X 52" (132cm) 48" (122cm) 49" (124cm)
3X 55" (140cm) 52" (132cm) 52" (132cm)
4X 58" (147cm) 56" (142cm) 55" (140cm)
5X 61" (155cm) 60" (152cm) 58" (147cm)
A quick note before you dive in: Our patterns include multiple files so you can sew the way you like—at home on a printer, at a copyshop (A0), or with a projector.

Quick answers

  • After checkout, you can download your pattern from the confirmation page, from the email we send, or anytime under Account → My Downloads using the same email you purchased with.
  • Your files come in a .zip. It’s easiest to download on a computer, unzip, and you’ll see: Instructions, Letter/A4, A0, and a Projector file.
  • Printing at home? Open the Letter/A4 PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader and print at 100% (Actual Size), then check the test square.
  • Prefer no paper? Use the Projector file. It includes a calibration layer so you can confirm scale before you cut.
  • Need a big print? Send the A0 file to a local copyshop or an online printer.
  • If you get stuck, email hello@lowlandkids.com and we'll be happy to help!


Downloads & accounts


How do I get my files?
Right after payment you’ll see a download button on the confirmation page. We also email you links in your order confirmation email. And you can log in to our website any time and find everything under View Downloads.

What pattern files are included?
Four PDFs: Instructions, Letter/A4 (home printing), A0 (copyshop), and Projector.

Can I download on my phone or tablet?
Yes! Check out our Printing and Projector tips page for specific guidance.


Projector sewing (quick start)


Do your patterns include projector files?
Yes—our current catalog includes projector-optimized files for nearly all patterns. You’ll see “Projector” listed in each download.

How do I check scale?
Open the Projector file and turn on the calibration layer. Confirm the 1” / 2.5 cm squares measure correctly. If you move your projector or cutting surface, re-check before you cut.

Any setup tips?
Keep the text/markers layer visible. If labels look faint, check your PDF viewer’s accessibility settings and disable “replace document colors.” You can also enable the black background layer for higher contrast.


Print-at-home (Letter/A4)

1. Open the Letter/A4 PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
2. In the print dialog, choose Actual Size (100%) and auto portrait/landscape.
3. Print the page with the test square first; measure to confirm scale.

Troubleshooting:
  • If the whole pattern prints on a single page, you likely opened the wrong file (use Letter/A4, not A0 or Projector).
  • If lines look fuzzy or misaligned, try “Print as image,” make sure your printer driver is up to date, and restart your computer.


Copyshop / A0

Download the A0 file and send it to a copyshop or an online service. Many sewists print a single master copy and trace sizes as needed.

Note that we protect our patterns by locking the pdf files to prevent editing in tools like Adobe Illustrator. In rare circumstances copy shops might use software that invisibly requests edit access and will show errors when attempting to open our files. 


Layers (print only the sizes you need)

All patterns include layers. Open the Layers panel in Acrobat Reader and hide sizes you don’t need. This keeps lines clear and makes grading between sizes easier.


Sizing & skill level

Each product page shows the skill level and links to the size chart. If measurements land between sizes, it’s common to use the width of one size and the length of another.


What machines do I need?

A regular sewing machine is all you need to start. A serger is optional but great for knit fabrics and tidy seams. A coverstitch is helpful for professional hems but not required.


Can I sell what I make?

Yes—items must be sewn by you personally. Mass production or outsourcing isn’t allowed. For manufacturing inquiries, email us.


Need help?

We’re happy to troubleshoot downloads, printing, or projector setup. Email hello@lowlandkids.com and include your order email and a screenshot of your issue if you can.
 

Customers praised this versatile sweater pattern for "terrific instructions" and easy-to-follow steps, particularly for zipper installation. Many noted it's a "quick sew with great results" and flattering for various sizes. Some found instructions occasionally confusing, and one noted the fit works better for men than women without alterations.

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  • 5 stars: 12 (80%)
  • 4 stars: 3 (20%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Asta J.
Fabulous Sweater

Absolutely love this jumper! Definitely one of my favourites. I slightly modified the pattern but it’s great and easy to follow. Will be making more in future 👍

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Kristen W.
Berkshires family hoodies

This was a great pattern to sew up. Before I made these I made one for myself using all the options and I learned all about collars and separating zippers. The zippers were very cool and make the hoodie special thanks th shine bright labels. Hoodie pattern was so easy to follow. Thanks for terrific instructions.

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Margriet Grote Punt
Leuk patroon.

Leuk patroon. De beschrijving is goed te volgen. Het rugpand heb ik uit 1 deel gemaakt. Dus niet een boven- en onder-rugpand. Verder ook uit 1 kleur. Daardoor nèt even anders. Ik ga het zeker nog een keertje maken. Tip: ik heb brede boordstof gebruikt. Vind het echter niet zo mooi. Dus de boord kun je beter uit een fijne boordstof maken.

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Rosana V.
Perfect for autumn.

Love this pattern. Versatile and very flattering even for a plus size. There will definitely be more to come!

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Cody M.
One of my favorites for

One of my favorites for sure!

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Henriette van der Zwan
Quick sew with great results

I’ve bought the kids half-zip pattern some time ago and made both my kids 3 tops each. The pattern was so easy and looked great that I decided to buy the adult one too. I made myself 2 tops in a day, it is a quick sew with great instructions.

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Lene L.
Amazing as always

As usual Lowland Kids patterns and instructions are amazing. Easy to follow and easy to understand. The only "bad" thing I have to say about this pattern is that it is not fitted for both men and women as shown, it is best fitted for men. I would have to alter the pattern for it to fit over my hips. But the fit was perfect for my husband.

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Sarah D.
Functional and stylish pattern!

I just kind of a soft sweatshirt material for this project and it turned out great! The instructions were pretty easy to follow besides the part where you add in the extra piece for the zipper guard. But, you just have to do it slow. The other instructions were great, the pictures were very helpful. The pattern was really easy to cut out and use. All of the pieces were pretty easy to put together even without much instruction.

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Laurie Z.
Love this pattern! First time

Love this pattern! First time doing a zipper and the instructions were super clear and easy to follow! Looking forward to make sweaters for everyone in our family!

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Claire F.
Great Product - Confusing Process

Love the finished product - but the instructions were confusing (where they didn't need to be) and ended up with a lot of expletives in the process of putting it together. It would help if the PDF instructions were done in the same order as the video tutorial steps.

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Jennie P.
Husband's new favorite

I was so nervous about using a zipper but the instructions are absolutely amazing and super easy to follow. The different fabric choices makes it really versatile. I'll be making many more

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Michele G.
So easy!

Fantastic directions! Everyone in the family is getting one for the holidays!

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Danita C.
Awesome pattern with top notch inctructions!

This top has all I was looking for to make the perfect sweater for my husband and me! The added bonus of detailed zipper installation makes this one of the best patterns I've made in a long time! We love our new cozy tops! I can't say enough good about this pattern! Just get it!

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Tammy M.
Love this pattern!!! My family

Love this pattern!!! My family is getting them as Christmas gifts!!!! Would have given it 5 stars if the printed pattern was a bit better. Many pieces and right on the cut lines to match pieces and it’s hard to pieces together. I know many use projectors, but I’m old school and like paper. Same with the kids version. The pieces end up right on the cut lines for papers to match and it’s hard. But the rest of the pattern is fabulous! The instructions are great!!!! Have made several in all sizes! Both in thicker French Terry and sweatshirt fleece and then as well in jersey!!! Great as a pullover or as a shirt!!! Love it!

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Noemie C.
Je l'adore !

Je l'adore !