Oversized Anorak

Heritage Style, Casual Versatility

The Oversized Anorak is a versatile pullover designed for makers who appreciate both outdoor function and everyday comfort. Inspired by traditional anoraks and updated with a modern silhouette, the pattern features an oversized fit, generous raglan sleeves, and a practical half zip front that make it equally at home on the trail or around town. The large front kangaroo pocket provides easy access to essentials, while a visible horizontal zipper adds secure storage without the bulk of a storm flap. Hidden hand pockets behind the kangaroo pocket offer a comfortable place to warm cold hands and expand the jacket's utility.

One pattern can fill multiple roles in your layering system. Sew a lightweight wind shirt from Taslan or polyester, a rain shell from silnylon, a breathable active layer from stretch woven fabrics, a casual summer pullover from cotton or linen blends, or a warm insulation piece from fleece.

Key Features

Oversized Modern Fit: Relaxed silhouette layers comfortably over base layers and insulation while maintaining excellent mobility.
Half Zip Pullover Design: Easy on and off with classic anorak styling and reduced construction complexity compared to a full zip jacket.
Large Zippered Kangaroo Pocket: Convenient front storage with a visible horizontal zipper for quick access to frequently used items.
Hidden Hand Pockets: Hand warmer pockets are integrated behind the kangaroo pocket for comfort and utility.
Three Piece Hood: Shaped hood provides a comfortable fit and improved coverage compared to simple two piece designs.
Optional Hood Cinch: Add adjustability for windy conditions and changing weather.
Adjustable Hem Cinch: Wear it loose and casual or cinch the hem to seal out drafts with a baggy cropped fit.
Raglan Sleeves: Excellent range of motion with a clean, athletic appearance.
Wide Fabric Compatibility: Suitable for technical shells, active layers, casual garments, and insulated pullovers.
Domestic Machine Friendly: Designed to be sewn on a standard home sewing machine with commonly available materials and techniques.

Digital Sewing Pattern

Easy-to-Follow Guides: Navigate your sewing project with confidence using our detailed, illustrated instructions and high-contrast line art for clear, step-by-step guidance.
Tailored Cut Layouts: Make with confidence using optimized cut layouts, precise pattern sizing, and guidance from community feedback and testing, empowering you to create a garment that you'll love.
Inclusive Sizing: Trust our time-tested adult sizing range, spanning from ready-to-wear XXS to XXL, designed to accommodate a diverse range of body shapes and sizes.
Seam Allowances Included: Rest assured, seam allowances are thoughtfully included for all pattern panels and sizes, streamlining your sewing experience and ensuring professional-quality results.
Flexible Printing Options: Select from multiple PDF paper sizes for your printing convenience, including standard Letter or A4 sized paper for at-home printing, as well as large format options for easier visualization and assembly.
Projector Sewing Compatible: Avoid the tedious printing and taping by projecting the selectable size pattern directly onto your fabric. Seamlessly integrate your sewing workflow with the free and open-source Pattern Projector app! Users can upload the large format pattern file to enjoy full compatibility with the pattern cutting specific tools available in the app.

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Fabrics

When shopping for fabrics to sew an anorak, first consider how you plan to use the finished garment. The same pattern can become a lightweight everyday pullover, a weather resistant shell, or a warm insulating layer simply by changing the fabric selection. This guide highlights the key fabric characteristics to consider for each application.

Key Considerations

Lifestyle: Lightweight Taslan, breathable polyester blends, and cotton canvas create durable, comfortable pullovers suitable for daily wear, travel, and dog walks. Natural fiber fabrics provide a classic look, while synthetic fabrics dry more quickly.
Wind & Rain: Silnylon, DWR treated Taslan or stretch woven fabrics, and waterproof breathable (WPB) laminates offer increased wind and rain protection. Consider the balance of waterproofness, breathability, weight, and packability based on your intended conditions.
Cozy Casual: Lightweight fleece fabrics create warm, breathable pullovers for cool weather. Grid fleece offers an excellent balance of warmth, moisture management, and reduced bulk while remaining comfortable during active use.

Minimum Yardage Recommendation

58"+ Fabric Width	Size 32	34	36	40	44	48	52
Single Color	2.5	2.5	2.5	2.5	3	3	3
Note: Measurements in yards. Refer to the sizing tables at the bottom of this page.

Versatile Fabrics from Technical to Casual

Hand selected by our retail partners, these fabrics perform well for technical or casual versions of the Oversized Anorak.

Supplex® Nylon Woven: Soft, breathable nylon with a cotton like feel that dries quickly and stands up to everyday adventures.
Adventure Durable Stretch Woven: Lightweight stretch woven with durable water repellency for hiking, climbing, and active everyday wear.
Polartec® Wind Pro® 9501: Wind resistant fleece with exceptional warmth, breathability, and light water repellency for cool weather layers.

SunScreen50™ Lightweight Nylon Taslan: UPF 50+ nylon with a soft cotton like feel and moisture wicking finish for warm weather adventures.
94/6 NySpan Durable Stretch Woven: Durable four way stretch fabric with DWR finish for comfortable, hard wearing outdoor apparel.
3 Layer Waterproof Breathable Nylon Taslan: Waterproof, breathable three layer laminate with a soft Taslan face for dependable all weather protection.

Nylon Taslan: Soft, durable nylon with a classic cotton like texture and DWR finish for versatile outdoor apparel.
1.7 oz MTN XL Hybrid Ripstop Nylon: Lightweight, breathable ripstop with exceptional tear strength and water repellency for ultralight shells.
1.1 oz ECO Ripstop Polyester: Ultralight recycled polyester with a smooth finish for breathable wind shells and packable outerwear.

3 Ply Laminate: Waterproof, windproof, and breathable shell fabric for high performance rain jackets and alpine layers.
Stretch Ripstop: Durable DWR treated ripstop with comfortable stretch for active outdoor adventures and everyday wear.
Recycled Fleece: Soft, insulating fleece made from recycled fibers for warm and comfortable cool weather layers.

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Two-tone Supplex Nylon anorak from Discovery Fabrics

Outdoor fabric selections from Rockywoods

Pattern Details

Pattern Difficulty

The Oversized Anorak is an excellent next step for makers who have completed a few sewing projects and are ready to expand their apparel skills. Construction includes a half zip placket, multiple pocket features, hood assembly, and optional drawcord channels while avoiding many of the more advanced techniques found in fully featured outerwear.

In the LearnMYOG lineup, this pattern sits between the Alpha Raglan Hoodie and the UL Windshell in complexity. It introduces new garment construction techniques while remaining approachable and rewarding for newer makers.

Woven fabrics such as Taslan, polyester, nylon, silnylon, cotton blends, and linen blends can be sewn entirely on a regular sewing machine. A simple zigzag stitch can be used to finish seam allowances and reduce fraying.

Stretch fabrics such as fleece, Polartec Power Grid, and stretch wovens may benefit from a serger for seam construction and finishing, though they can also be sewn successfully on a regular sewing machine using appropriate stretch stitches.

Body Measurements and Fit Guide

Community Tested: LearnMYOG sizing has been refined through multiple pattern releases and extensive community testing across the full size range, giving you confidence in a consistent fit for a wide variety of body shapes.
Pattern Size Range: Embrace a wide range of chest sizes, spanning from 30 inches to 52 inches, corresponding to ready-to-wear sizing from XXS to XXL. With such versatility, our pattern accommodates a diverse array of body types, ensuring there's an option for everyone.
Preview Garment Sizes: Refer to the table below for a glimpse of the garment sizing. This resource provides valuable information on how the pattern fits, allowing you to determine if this pattern is right for you.
Real-World Example: In the product photos, you'll find a real-world example of the pattern in action. At 6'0" tall, 175 lbs, and with a 39" chest, I comfortably wear a size 40 (RTW men's medium).