Printable Sewing Pattern Grid
Free sewing pattern grid at true 1 cm scale — for drafting and grading patterns by hand.
A sewing pattern grid prints at true 1 cm (or 1 inch) scale so you can draft, trace and grade patterns accurately across taped-together sheets. Because printsheet.io guarantees exact scale, your seam allowances and measurements come out right.
Tile multiple pages to build a large drafting surface, and use the calibration page first to be sure your printer isn't shrinking the grid.
Printing at exact scale
Every sheet is drawn in real millimetres and prints at exact physical scale. For accurate output, set Scale = 100% (Actual size) and Margins = None in your browser's print dialog. Not sure your printer is honest? Run the printer ruler test first to confirm 50 mm really measures 50 mm.
Frequently asked questions
Is the scale really accurate?
Yes, as long as you print at 100% with no margins — verify with the ruler test. This is what makes it usable for real pattern work.
Can I make a large grid across pages?
Yes — print several sheets and tape them, aligning the grid lines.
Is it really free?
Yes. Every template on printsheet.io is completely free, with no sign-up, no account and no watermark. Generate as many sheets as you like.
How do I get an exact-scale print?
Choose your paper size, then in the print dialog set Scale to 100% or “Actual size” and Margins to None. The sheet is defined in real millimetres, so it prints at true size. Use the calibration ruler page to verify.
Which paper sizes are supported?
A4, A5, A3, A6, US Letter, Legal and Tabloid, in portrait or landscape. Pick the size that matches the paper loaded in your printer.
Can I save it as a PDF instead of printing?
Yes — choose “Save as PDF” as the printer in your browser's print dialog. The PDF keeps the exact millimetre dimensions.