Minerva Digital Pattern 2816 – Wrap-Front Blouse

Introducing a digital pattern for the long-sleeve wrap blouse with gathered cuffs – Effortless Elegance with a Modern Edge.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 2816

This versatile blouse transitions from work to evening with ease:

Office & Meetings: Pair with tailored trousers or skirts for a refined professional look.
Casual Days: Wear with denim for a relaxed yet polished outfit.
Evening Outings: Style with statement jewelry and sleek pants for a chic dinner ensemble.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Straight body with an overlapping wrap front for a flattering fit.

Neckline: Shallow V-neck framed by a narrow standing collar.

Sleeves: Long set-in sleeves with volume gathered into wide buttoned cuffs.

Back: Smooth one-piece back with center seam for clean shaping.

Front Finish: Partial wrap secured with a side seam for a neat appearance.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Intermediate. Requires precision when assembling the wrap front, setting the collar, and gathering the sleeve cuffs.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at €1 is chosen, all seams are 1 cm. Hem allowances: blouse hem – 1.5 cm; sleeve hem – 1 cm.
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 2816

Blouse-weight fabrics in natural or blended fibers with a slight stretch:

Silk satin or crepe with elastane
Lightweight cotton blends
Rayon or viscose challis

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

Fusible interfacing – for neckline facings, collar, and cuffs
4 buttons for sleeve cuffs and inner closure

CUTTER’S MUST FOR DIGITAL PATTERN 2816

From Main Fabric:
Back – 1 piece on fold
Front – 2 pieces
Front Neck Facing – 2 pieces
Back Neck Facing – 1 piece
Collar – 1 piece
Sleeve – 2 pieces
Cuff – 2 pieces

From Fusible Interfacing:
Front Neck Facing – 2 pieces
Back Neck Facing – 1 piece
Collar – 1 piece
Cuff – 2 pieces

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out the paper patterns according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine yardage. Remember to include paired and symmetrical pieces.
When assembling the wrap front, carefully match notches to maintain proper overlap and neckline alignment.

DIGITAL PATTERN 2816 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

DXF AAMA – 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 2816 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 shoulders, waist, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.

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