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V-Neck Short Sleeve Knit Top with Decorative Trim

Pattern #2479
Tech. Description

V-Neck Short Sleeve Knit Top with Decorative Trim

Presenting a chic knit top pattern featuring a flattering V-neck, elegant shoulder pleats, and a distinctive decorative trim accenting the center front.

When To Wear

This versatile knit top is perfect for a range of occasions, offering comfort with a touch of refined style:

  • Casual Chic: Ideal for elevated everyday wear, pairing effortlessly with jeans or smart trousers for a polished casual look.
  • Smart Casual Gatherings: a comfortable yet stylish choice for luncheons, family events, or relaxed social occasions.
  • Everyday Professional: Suitable for office environments with a less formal dress code, offering a comfortable and professional aesthetic.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a fitted silhouette that gently skims the body, providing a comfortable yet refined fit.

Neckline: a flattering V-neckline that offers a graceful frame to the décolletage.

Front Detail: Symmetrical pleats originate from each shoulder seam, framing the V-neck and transitioning into a central panel adorned with a decorative trim running vertically down the center front.

Sleeves: Short, set-in sleeves provide a classic and comfortable finish.

Back: a clean, unadorned back with a simple, higher rounded neckline for ease and comfort.

Hem: a straight hemline that finishes at the hip, allowing for versatile styling tucked in or worn out.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. This pattern requires comfortable handling of knit fabrics, precision in creating pleats, and accurate application of decorative trim.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose knit fabrics with a medium degree of stretch for the best drape and comfort:

  • Medium-stretch knit fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

  • Decorative trim, 2 cm wide (approximate length indicated on front pattern piece)
  • Knit fusible interfacing

Cutter's Must

If the patterns have a double contour, seam allowances are included. If the contour is single, the patterns are without seam allowances. Seam allowances: Hem allowance for the garment bottom and sleeve bottom – 2 cm, other allowances - 1.0 cm. Attention! First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out on the fabric width (fabric width can be from 90 cm to 150 cm) to determine how much material you will need. When stitching pieces, pay attention to the notches - they must match!

  • From main fabric:
    • Back – 1 piece
    • Front – 1 piece
    • Sleeve – 2 pieces
    • Back neckline facing – 1 piece
    • Front neckline facing – 1 piece
  • From fusible interfacing:
    • Back neckline facing – 1 piece
    • Front neckline facing – 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

Tip: Cut pieces from knit fabrics are stitched with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. The hem allowance is topstitched with a twin needle or on a coverstitch machine to maintain elasticity. You can also stitch pieces directly on a 3- or 4-thread overlocker.

  1. Fold and stitch the inverted pleats on the front shoulder edge. Press the pleat depths open. Secure the pleats.
  2. Topstitch the decorative trim on the front according to the markings.
  3. Stitch the shoulder and side seams, press allowances towards the back and serge.
  4. Stitch the sleeve seam, press allowances and serge. Set sleeves into armholes, press allowances and serge.
  5. Stitch the shoulder seams of the facings. Press allowances open. Serge the outer edge. Place the facing right side down onto the right side of the main garment and stitch the neckline. Clip allowances at curves, turn facing to the wrong side and press. Attach facing to shoulder seams.
  6. Serge the bottom edge of the garment and sleeves, press towards the wrong side and topstitch.

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