Pattern 2833

Minerva Digital Pattern 2833 – Gathered Bust Panel Blouse

Introducing a digital pattern for the tailored blouse with gathered bust detailing – Feminine Structure with Vintage Charm.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 2833

This fitted short-sleeve blouse pairs elegant shaping with soft gathers for timeless appeal:

• Workday Refinement: A polished choice tucked into skirts or trousers for office-ready elegance.
• Evening Outings: The gathered bust adds a romantic touch under jackets or alone for dinner dates.
• Smart Casual: Dress it down with jeans for effortless vintage-inspired style.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Semi-fitted bodice with shaped waist inset.

Front Panels: Delicate gathers at the bust create subtle texture and shaping.

Closure: Center-front button placket with five small shirt buttons.

Collar: Classic shirt collar with stand for structured neck shaping.

Sleeves: Short puff sleeves with slight gathers at the sleeve cap and narrow hem allowance.

Back: Multi-panel construction with center seam and shaped waist inset for a tailored fit.

Hem: Angled double-point front hem for added visual interest and waist emphasis.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Intermediate. Requires careful handling of bust gathers, collar stand construction, and precise placket alignment.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at 1 EUR is chosen, all seams are 1 cm. Hem allowances: 2 cm for garment hem; 1.5 cm for sleeve hem.

Please note:

• A single contour on the pattern pieces means no seam allowances are included.
• A double contour indicates seam allowances are included.

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DIGITAL PATTERN 2833

Choose blouse-weight fabrics with soft body and gentle drape:

• Cotton lawn or poplin
• Viscose challis
• Silk crepe or georgette
• Lightweight linen blends

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

• Fusible interfacing – for collar, stand, and placket
• 5 small shirt buttons

CUTTER’S MUST FOR DIGITAL PATTERN 2833

From Main Fabric:

1. Upper Back – 2 pieces
2. Center Back – 2 pieces
3. Side Back – 2 pieces
4. Upper Front – 2 pieces
5. Center Front – 2 pieces
6. Side Front – 2 pieces
7. Sleeve – 2 pieces
8. Collar – 2 pieces
9. Collar Stand – 2 pieces
10. Placket – 4 pieces
11. Hem Facing – 2 pieces

From Fusible Interfacing:

1. Collar – 1 piece
2. Collar Stand – 1 piece
3. Placket – 4 pieces

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out all pattern pieces according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine yardage.
Remember to include paired and symmetrical pieces.
Carefully match all notches during assembly to maintain accuracy of the gathered bust and panel seams.

DIGITAL PATTERN 2833 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

• DXF AAMA – For 3D designers, fully compatible with most 3D fashion software.
• PLT – For contractors, enabling precise cutting layouts.
• PDF – Print-at-home format for advanced sewists.

CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES

Pattern 2833 offers both custom sizing based on individual measurements and ASTM US standard sizing:

• Bust: 35 cm to 170 cm
• Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm

The drafting software tailors the pattern to your specific dimensions, ensuring ideal fit at the bust, waist, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.

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