Sewing Pattern Symbol Reference Chart

What This Tool Is Used For:

This reference chart provides a quick visual guide to all essential sewing pattern symbols and their meanings. Perfect for beginners learning to read patterns or experienced sewists who want a handy reference while working. Print it out and keep it in your sewing area for instant symbol lookup.

How It Works:

1Review the symbol chart below to familiarize yourself with common pattern markings
2Click the download button to get a printable PDF version
3Print the chart on standard 8.5″ x 11″ paper
4Keep it in your sewing area for quick reference while working on patterns

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Grainline

Shows fabric direction – must be parallel to selvage

⟩⟨

Place on Fold

Position this edge on fabric fold line

▲

Single Notch

Alignment mark for front pieces

▲▲

Double Notch

Alignment mark for back pieces

●

Construction Dot

Matching points for accurate assembly

⟢

Dart

Creates shape by removing excess fabric

⊕

Button Placement

Exact location for button attachment

– – –

Stitching Line

Where to sew pieces together

——

Cutting Line

Where to cut fabric pieces

∼∼∼

Gathering Line

Create gathers or ruffles here

∣ ∣

Pleat Lines

Fold lines for creating pleats

╫

Zipper Placement

Where zipper should be installed

PDF format • Print on standard 8.5″ x 11″ paper • Free download

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