Simplicity S9860 Children's, Teens' & Adults' Lined Vest Sewing Pattern by American Sewing Guild, Children's Sizes XS-L & Adult Sizes XS-XL

The Simplicity Children's, Teens', and Adults' Lined Vests Pattern Packet (Design Code S9860) by American Sewing Guild has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from customers, particularly from those who are new to sewing. While the intention behind the design may be to create a straightforward vest pattern, many users have found that the execution falls significantly short of expectations. Reviewers have expressed frustration with the complexity of the pattern, stating that it is not as simple as anticipated. Even seasoned sewists have found it challenging, with one user claiming that what should have been a 4-5 hour project extended to a three-day ordeal. The instructions have been criticized for being poorly written, lacking clarity and logic, which leads to a lot of unanticipated errors and the use of a seam ripper. This has resulted in a heightened level of frustration among users, particularly given the necessity for extensive hand stitching, which seems excessive for what is intended to be a straightforward vest. Overall, the pattern does not seem to serve the needs of beginners effectively, and multiple users have been left disillusioned by the experience, advocating against it for novice sewists. **