Draped Flounce Blouse
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for a chic sleeveless blouse, distinguished by a striking asymmetrical draped flounce across the right shoulder and bodice.
When To Wear
This stylish blouse is perfect for occasions where you want to make a statement with effortless elegance:
- Summer & Resort Wear: Ideal for warm-weather vacations, seaside gatherings, or upscale resort attire.
- Daytime Social Events: Suitable for brunches, garden parties, or elevated casual outings with friends.
- Fashion-Forward Ensembles: A standout piece for creating contemporary and feminine looks for various occasions.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A fitted, slightly cropped silhouette that flatters the figure.
Neckline: A classic round neckline offers a timeless appeal.
Closure: Features a separable zipper discreetly placed at the center back for ease of wear.
Sleeves: Sleeveless design accented with an elegant, asymmetrical draped flounce on the wearer's right side, extending from the shoulder to the bodice front and back.
Back: A clean center back seam incorporates the zipper closure, maintaining a sleek profile.
Hem: A straight, subtly cropped hemline provides a modern finish.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. This pattern involves techniques such as dart construction, precise attachment of the draped flounce, zipper insertion, and neat finishing of armholes and neckline.
Fabric Recommendations
Opt for fabrics with good drape to best showcase the flounce design:
- Well-draping blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
- Fabrics with added elastane for comfort and improved fit
Additional Supplies
- Separable zipper
- Fusible interfacing
Fabric & Materials
Fabric recommendations: well-draping blouse fabrics made of natural or blended fibers with elastane. YOU WILL ALSO NEED: a separating zipper; fusible interfacing. IF THE PATTERNS HAVE A DOUBLE CONTOUR, THE PATTERNS INCLUDE SEAM ALLOWANCES; IF THE CONTOUR IS SINGLE, THE PATTERNS DO NOT INCLUDE SEAM ALLOWANCES. SEAM ALLOWANCES: all seams 1 cm. Hem allowance - 3 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 (do not forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces).
CUTTER'S MUST
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 (do not forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces).
- From main fabric:
- Back – 2 pieces
- Front – 1 piece
- Front flounce – 1 piece
- Back flounce – 1 piece
- Front neckline facing – 1 piece
- Back neckline facing – 2 pieces
- From fusible interfacing:
- Front neckline facing – 1 piece
- Back neckline facing – 2 pieces
Sewing Instructions
WHEN STITCHING PIECES, PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTCHES - THEY MUST MATCH! Attention! Markings on patterns are made on the right side.
- Stitch the shoulder seam of the flounces. Overcast the allowance and press it towards the back. Overcast the outer edge, fold it inwards and topstitch. You can also bind the flounce with bias tape; for this, you need to trim the outer allowance.
- Stitch the darts on the front. Press the dart folds upwards.
- Stitch and overcast the shoulder and side seams. Press the allowances towards the back and overcast.
- Place the flounce on the front, right sides together. Align the vertical marking with the straight edge of the front flounce. Topstitch the front flounce to the front. Turn the flounce to the left side, secure the neckline and flounce allowances. Secure the back flounce allowance and the center allowance of the left back. Overcast the center edges of the back separately. Insert the zipper. The slider of the closed zipper should be at the bottom.
- Stitch the shoulder seams of the neckline facings. Press the allowances open. Overcast the outer edge. Place the facings on the main garment, right side down, and stitch the neckline allowance. Clip the allowances, turn the facings to the wrong side and secure with the shoulder seams and the zipper tape.
- Cut (if not ready-made) bias tape 4 cm wide and a length equal to the armhole length + 4 cm. Fold the bias tape in half lengthwise, right side out, and press. Place the bias tape along the armhole edge on the right side and stitch. Fold the bias tape to the wrong side and topstitch along the fold to the main piece. Press the seam.
- Overcast the hem allowance, press it to the wrong side and topstitch.
