Flared V-Neck Ruffle Strap Top

Name: Flared V-Neck Ruffle Strap Top
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 2345
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #2345

A women's sleeveless top flaring from the bust, with a V-neckline at the front, shoulder straps trimmed with gathered ruffles and a full lining cut from lining or main fabric. Drafted to your own measurements. Recommended fabric: blouse fabrics in natural or blended fibres that drape well.

Tech. Description

Flared V-Neck Ruffle Strap Top

A women's sleeveless top flaring from the bust, with a V-neckline at the front, shoulder straps trimmed with gathered ruffles and a full lining cut from lining or main fabric.

When To Wear

Hot summer days, with shorts, jeans or a straight skirt.
Holidays and evenings out, under a light cardigan or jacket.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Trapeze, widening from the bust to the hem.

Length: Hip length.

Neckline: V-neck at the front, a shallow scoop at the back.

Sleeves: None; straps folded and stitched lengthwise, each enclosing a gathered ruffle with a narrow hem or rolled edge.

Front: One piece cut on the fold, no darts or closure.

Back: One piece cut on the fold, no centre back seam.

Finishing: Neckline and armholes are stitched to the lining in one pass with the straps inserted, then turned; hems of top and lining turned twice by 1 cm and topstitched.

Lining: Full lining of front and back.

Level Of Difficulty

Beginner. Two side seams, gathered ruffles, straps and a bagged-out lining at neckline and armholes; no closure.

Fabric Recommendations

Blouse fabrics in natural or blended fibres that drape well.

Additional Supplies

Lining fabric (the main fabric can be used)

Cutter's Must

If the patterns have a double contour, they include seam allowances. If the contour is single, the patterns do not include seam allowances. Seam allowances: All seams 1 cm. Hem allowance for the bottom of the garment and lining – 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 (do not 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 with fold
- Front – 1 piece with fold
- Ruffle – 2 pieces
- Strap – 2 pieces
From lining fabric:
- Back lining – 1 piece with fold
- Front lining – 1 piece with fold

Sewing Instructions

Stitch the side seams of the main fabric. Overlock the allowances and press them towards the back.
Stitch the side seams of the lining. Overlock the allowances and press them towards the back.
Overlock the outer and short edges of the ruffle. Fold the allowance inwards and topstitch. Alternatively, you can finish the edge with a narrow rolled hem; for this, you need to trim the allowance. Along the inner edge, stitch with a loosened upper thread and gather.
Fold the strap lengthwise in half and press. Press the outer edges inwards towards the center. Stitch the strap lengthwise, inserting the ruffle.
Place the main fabric and lining right sides together and stitch along the neckline and armhole edges in one go, inserting the straps. (The ruffle should not be caught in the seam). Clip the allowances, trim corners. Turn the lining to the wrong side and press.
Press the bottom of the garment and lining to the wrong side twice by 1 cm and topstitch.