Paper patterns for children’s nightwear include sewing instructions for patterns for the following items:
pyjamas
pyjama-style over garments
nightdresses
nightshirts
dressing gowns
bathrobes
infant sleep bags
other items styled and recognised as nightwear
knitted all-in-ones, sizes 00–2, of any style, made from fabrics with a mass less than 280 g/m2
knitted all-in-ones, sizes 2 and over, of a style which identifies them as nightwear
woven all-in-ones, of a style which identifies them as nightwear
loose boxer shorts.
Unless stated otherwise, this refers to sizes 00–14.
Children can be severely injured or killed if clothing they are wearing catches fire. All paper-patterns for children's nightwear must carry a safety warning label about the hazards associated with flammable fabrics and nightwear styles.
This mandatory standard came into effect on 1 March 2008. It covers safety and labelling requirements for children's nightwear and paper patterns for making children's nightwear.