Minerva Digital Pattern 2834 – Fitted Blouse with Waist Insert
Introducing a digital pattern for the sleeveless blouse with shaped waist seam – Tailored Lines with a Feminine Edge.
WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 2834
This structured blouse offers polished versatility for multiple settings:
• Office & Business Days: Pair with trousers or pencil skirts for a crisp professional look.
• Evening Outings: The defined waist and sculpted hem create a flattering silhouette for dinners or social events.
• Smart Casual Dressing: Style with jeans or wide-leg pants for a refined yet relaxed outfit.
KEY DESIGN FEATURES
Silhouette: Fitted waist-length blouse with gentle flare at the hem for balanced shaping.
Waist Insert: Horizontal seam at the natural waist provides definition and visual structure.
Closure: Center-front button placket with five medium buttons for a classic finish.
Neckline: Round neckline finished with clean facings.
Sleeves: Cap-style extended shoulders for light coverage.
Back: Two-piece back with upper and lower sections joined by a shaped seam for tailored fit.
Style: A modern take on a sleeveless shirt—clean, architectural, and easy to layer under jackets or cardigans.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Intermediate. Accurate alignment of the waist insert, pleats, and button placket requires careful construction.
SEAM ALLOWANCES
No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at 1 EUR is chosen, all seams are 1 cm. Hem allowance: 1.5 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 2834
Select blouse-weight fabrics in natural or blended fibers for a crisp yet comfortable finish:
• Cotton poplin or shirting
• Lightweight linen blends
• Silk crepe or tencel twill
• Soft viscose challis for a fluid drape
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
• Fusible interfacing – for facings and button placket
• 5 medium buttons – Ø 12–15 mm
CUTTER’S MUST FOR DIGITAL PATTERN 2834
From Main Fabric:
- Upper Back – 2 pieces
- Lower Back – 1 piece on fold
- Front – 2 pieces
- Back Facing – 2 pieces
- Front Facing – 4 pieces
- Cap Sleeve (extended shoulder) – 2 pieces
From Fusible Interfacing:
- Back Facing – 1 piece
- Front Facing – 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.
Match all notches carefully during assembly to ensure precise alignment of the waist insert and pleats.
DIGITAL PATTERN 2834 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 2834 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, bust, and waist—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.
Pair this structured blouse with Minerva Digital Pattern 4844 – a skirt that combines fitted tailoring with elegant movement.
