Fabric requirements vary depending on the size, sleeve length and fabric width you choose. The full fabric requirements for the Camp Collar Shirt have been arranged by Size Range, so you can check exactly how much you need before ordering fabric.

Choose the size based on his body measurements rather than the ready-to-wear size he normally buys.

Compare his measurements with the size chart on the product page, then check the finished garment measurements if you’d like to see how much ease is built into the shirt.

The Camp Collar Shirt is designed with a relaxed fit (15-20cm ease), so it should feel comfortable without looking oversized.

With a flexible tape measure, take the measurements over light clothing or a T-shirt. The most useful measurements for choosing the shirt size are chest, waist, neck and shoulder width.

Click the "Size Chart" in the product page for a diagram on where to measure.

Keep the tape firm but not tight, and make sure it stays level around the body. If you are between sizes, use the size chart and finished garment measurements to help decide which fit you prefer.

The Camp Collar Shirt is suitable for a confident beginner or intermediate sewer.

You’ll be sewing features such as a camp collar, button front, sleeves and pocket, so it is a good next-step project if you already have some experience following a sewing pattern. The instructions guide you through the construction step by step and support is available.

Yes. If you can’t measure him directly, start with a shirt he already owns and fits him well.

Measure the garment rather than the body and compare those measurements with the Finished Garment Measurements for the Camp Collar Shirt. Chest, waist, shoulder width, sleeve length and shirt length are especially useful.

This can be a great way to keep a Christmas gift a surprise.

Your Camp Collar Shirt patterns are delivered as a digital PDF download.

It includes a link to a private hub where you will find the sewing pattern in multiple print formats, step-by-step illustrated sewing instructions and video tutorials. You can choose the print format that works best for you, including home printing, large-format printing and projector options.

You can access the hub anywhere and anytime to use again for future shirts.

You can print the pattern at home on A4 or US Letter paper, or use the large-format A3/A0 files with a copy shop or pattern printing service. A projector file is also included where available.

I have created a detailed step by step for each format type here How To Print PDF Sewing Patterns.

Always print the test square first and check that it measures correctly before printing the full pattern.

You can browse my fabric collections on Spoonflower for prints and colour combinations designed with men’s clothing in mind.

If you haven't purchased fabric from Spoonflower before I share the pros and cons and how in this blog.

Use the Christmas colour palettes on this page as a starting point, then choose a fabric that works with his existing wardrobe and personal style.

You can also use fabric you already own or source something locally if you prefer.