Ruffled Drawstring Tunic with Front Pockets

Name: Ruffled Drawstring Tunic with Front Pockets
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 2233
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #2233

A women's hip-length pullover tunic in low-stretch knit with a folded stand collar in silk that forms a ruffle above a drawstring casing, two silk patch pockets on the front and long set-in sleeves. Drafted to your own measurements. Recommended fabric: low-stretch knit fabric of natural or blended fibres for the body and sleeves; artificial silk or satin in a matching colour for the collar and pockets.

Tech. Description

Drawstring Ruffle Tunic

A women's hip-length pullover tunic in low-stretch knit with a folded stand collar in silk that forms a ruffle above a drawstring casing, two silk patch pockets on the front and long set-in sleeves.

When To Wear

Everyday wear in autumn and winter with jeans or straight trousers.
At the office over slim trousers or a pencil skirt.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Straight, hip length, no fastening.

Collar: Stand collar sewn into a ring and folded in half lengthwise; a line of stitching 1.5 cm from the fold forms a wide casing. A decorative cord threaded through buttonholes in the collar gathers it slightly at the neck.

Sleeves: Long, set-in.

Front: One piece cut on the fold, with darts.

Pockets: Two patch pockets in silk or satin, with a 2 cm top hem reinforced with fusible interfacing, topstitched on by the markings.

Back: One piece cut on the fold.

Finishing: Hems of the body and sleeves turned up 2 cm and topstitched.

Level Of Difficulty

Beginner. Darts, patch pockets, set-in sleeves and a folded collar with a cord casing; no fastenings.

Fabric Recommendations

Low-stretch knit fabric of natural or blended fibres for the body and sleeves; artificial silk or satin in a matching colour for the collar and pockets.

Additional Supplies

Fusible interfacing (pocket top hems)
Decorative cord (approximate length is marked on the front pattern piece)

Cutter's Must

If the patterns have a double contour, seam allowances are included. If the contour is single, seam allowances are not included. Seam allowances: all seams 1 cm; hem allowance for the garment bottom and sleeve – 2.0 cm. Top pocket allowance – 2 cm. Attention! First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out on the fabric width (fabric width can be from 90cm to 150cm) to determine how much material you will need (don't forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces). When stitching pieces, pay attention to the notches - they must match!

From main fabric:
- Back - 1 piece on fold
- Front - 1 piece on fold
- Sleeve - 2 pieces
From silk:
- Stand collar - 1 piece
- Pocket - 2 pieces

Sewing Instructions

Reinforce the top edge allowance of the pocket with fusible interfacing.
Stitch the darts on the front pieces, press the fullness upwards.
Overlock the pocket along the contour. Fold the top allowance to the wrong side and topstitch. Fold the side and bottom allowances to the wrong side, place on the front according to markings, and topstitch.
Stitch the side and shoulder seams, press allowances towards the back and overlock.
Make the buttonholes on the stand collar. Stitch the stand collar into a loop, press the allowance open. Fold the stand collar in half lengthwise and press. Stitch along the top edge of the stand collar at 1.5 cm, forming a wide casing. Attach the stand collar to the neckline. Overlock the allowance.
Stitch the sleeve seam, press allowances towards the back and overlock. Set in the sleeves into the armholes, matching notches, press allowances and overlock.
Overlock the hem allowance of the garment bottom and sleeve, press to the wrong side and topstitch.
Thread the cord through the stand collar, gently gathering it.