Relaxed Extended Shoulder Blouse

Name: Relaxed Extended Shoulder Blouse
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 2757
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #2757

This Minerva blouse pattern, drafted to your own measurements (or a standard size), offers a relaxed, straight-cut silhouette with elegant extended shoulders and a distinctive gathered detail on one side, anchored by a unique shoulder yoke. It's a versatile piece for everyday and casual outings, office and smart casual wear, or comfortable travel and warm weather. Choose light, well-draping fabrics.

Tech. Description

Relaxed Extended Shoulder Blouse

Introducing a chic women's blouse pattern featuring a relaxed silhouette, elegant extended shoulders, and a distinctive gathered detail on one side, anchored by a unique shoulder yoke.

When To Wear

This versatile blouse is perfect for a variety of occasions, offering effortless style for:

Everyday & Casual Outings: Its relaxed fit and comfortable drape make it ideal for daily wear or relaxed social events.
Office & Smart Casual: Easily dressed up with tailored trousers or skirts for a polished yet comfortable work or business casual ensemble.
Travel & Warm Weather: The breezy design and extended shoulders offer comfort and style, perfect for exploring or relaxing in warmer climates.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a relaxed, straight-cut silhouette that flows gently from the bust for comfortable wear.

Neckline: Classic round neckline, neatly finished with a bias binding for a clean edge.

Sleeves: Integrated extended shoulder design forms a flattering cap-like sleeve, finished with bias binding for a smooth armhole.

Front: Features an asymmetrical design with a gathered panel on the wearer's left side, beautifully integrated into a shoulder yoke to create soft, elegant drapes.

Back: a clean back design with a central back seam and a functional closure.

Closure: Discreet concealed zipper closure strategically placed at the center back seam for a seamless look.

Hem: a straight hem designed for a 2.0 cm turn-up, providing a neat and classic finish.

Length: Finishes comfortably at the hip, offering versatility for tucking in or wearing untucked.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires skills in gathering, inserting a concealed zipper, and applying bias binding for neat finishing of the neckline and armholes.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose lightweight blouse fabrics with good drape, made from natural or blended fibers:

Blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

Concealed zipper

Cutter's Must

Attention! Markings on the patterns are made on the right side.

From main fabric:
- Back – 2 pieces
- Front – 1 piece
- Yoke – 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

When stitching pieces, pay attention to the notches - they must match!

Serge the center back edges separately. Stitch the center back seam from the zipper mark to the bottom. Insert the concealed zipper.
Along the left shoulder edge of the front, stitch with a loosened top thread and gather. Attach the yoke to the left shoulder edge. Serge the allowances and press them towards the yoke.
Stitch the shoulder edges. Serge the allowances and press them towards the back.
Cut (if not ready-made) a bias binding 4 cm wide and a length equal to the armhole length + 5cm. Fold the bias binding in half lengthwise, right side out, and press. Place the binding with the armhole edge right sides together and stitch. Clip the allowances. Fold the binding to the wrong side and topstitch along the fold to the main piece. Press the seam.
Stitch the side edges. Serge the allowances and press them towards the back.
Cut (if not ready-made) a bias binding 4 cm wide and a length equal to the neckline length + 5cm. Fold the bias binding in half lengthwise, right side out, and press. Place the binding with the neckline edge right sides together and stitch. Clip the allowances. Fold the binding to the wrong side and topstitch along the fold to the main piece. Press the seam.
Serge the bottom edge of the garment, press to the wrong side, and topstitch.

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Relaxed Extended Shoulder Blouse

When To Wear

Key Design Features

Level Of Difficulty

Fabric Recommendations

Additional Supplies

Cutter's Must

Sewing Instructions

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