Collared Tie-Neck Blouse
Introducing a sophisticated women's blouse pattern featuring a relaxed silhouette, a unique V-neck formed by extended lapels that elegantly tie at the front, and stylish cuffed short sleeves.
When To Wear
This blouse is a versatile choice for various settings, offering both comfort and refinement, making it ideal for:
- Office & Business Casual: The collared and tie-neck design offers a professional yet stylish look suitable for the workplace.
- Smart Casual Gatherings: Pairs beautifully with tailored trousers or skirts for elevated everyday wear or social occasions.
- Transitional Styling: Easily worn on its own during warmer months or layered under blazers for cooler weather, adapting seamlessly to different seasons.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A relaxed fit through the body ensures comfort and a flattering drape, designed to fall gracefully at hip length.
Neckline & Collar: Features a sharp V-neckline framed by pointed lapels that extend downwards, forming a graceful tie detail at the center front. The structure includes a classic collar stand.
Closure: Designed as a pullover style, with no visible front closure, allowing the tie to be the focal point of the garment.
Sleeves: Short sleeves are finished with a wide, turned-up cuff, adding a relaxed yet polished aesthetic to the overall design.
Back: A clean, unadorned back panel provides a smooth and elegant profile, complementing the intricate front detailing.
Hem: Features a straight hemline for a neat and classic finish.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires confident sewing skills, including precise collar and lapel construction, creating the tie detail, and accurately attaching cuffed sleeves and facings.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose light to medium-weight blouse fabrics with good drape for an elegant finish:
- Blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
Additional Supplies
Fabric & Materials
Fabric recommendations: blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers. YOU WILL ALSO NEED: fusible interfacing.
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 seam allowances – 1 cm. Hem allowance for the bottom of the garment – 2.0 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 (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
- Collar - 2 pieces
- Lapel - 4 pieces
- Front neckline facing – 1 piece
- Back neckline facing – 1 piece
- Bridge – 1 piece
- From fusible interfacing:
- Collar - 1 piece
- Lapel - 2 pieces
- Front neckline facing – 1 piece
- Back neckline facing – 1 piece
Sewing Instructions
- Interface the pieces with fusible interfacing.
- Stitch shoulder seams, press allowances towards the back and serge.
- Fold collar pieces right sides together and stitch along the ends and outer edge. Clip allowances at the mark, turn collar right side out, straighten, and press.
- Fold lapel pieces right sides together, insert the collar between them, and stitch along the break line, lapel, and tie around the perimeter up to the mark. Clip allowances at the mark, turn lapel right side out, straighten, and press. Stitch collar into the neckline.
- Stitch shoulder seams of neckline facings, press allowances open. Serge the outer edge. Fold facing with garment right sides together and stitch the neckline edge. Clip allowances at curves, turn facings to the wrong side and press. Secure facings to shoulder seams.
- Fold the bridge piece crosswise right side in and stitch. Turn the piece right side out, press, positioning the seam on the wrong side. Serge side edges. Press side edges to the wrong side and topstitch onto the front according to markings. Thread collar ends through the bridge.
- Stitch side seams, press allowances towards the back and serge.
- Stitch cuff into a ring, press allowances open. Fold cuff lengthwise in half right side out and press. Fold cuff with the wrong side of the armhole and stitch, serge allowances. Turn cuff to the main piece.
- Press the bottom of the garment to the wrong side by 1 cm, then another 1 cm, and topstitch.
