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#4051
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Shirred Blouse

Pattern #4052
Tech. Description

Shirred Blouse

Introducing a women's sewing pattern for a charming off-the-shoulder blouse, defined by its intricate shirred neckline, voluminous sleeves, and cinched waist for a playful silhouette.

When To Wear

This blouse is ideal for creating relaxed yet stylish looks, perfect for:

  • Casual & Everyday Wear: a comfortable and fashionable choice for daily activities or informal gatherings.
  • Warm Weather & Vacation: Its off-the-shoulder design and light fabric recommendations make it suitable for sunny days and travel.
  • Bohemian & Artistic Events: The floaty, gathered silhouette and shirred details lend themselves well to creative or relaxed social settings.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a relaxed, voluminous fit through the body and sleeves, cinched with shirring at the neckline, cuffs, and hem to create a flattering blouson effect.

Neckline: An off-the-shoulder neckline, gathered with elastic shirring for comfort and a secure yet flexible fit.

Sleeves: Long, full bishop sleeves with significant volume, gathered at the shoulder and elegantly finished with elastic shirring at the cuffs, forming a gentle ruffle.

Hem: The lower edge of the blouse features multiple rows of elastic shirring, shaping the garment to the waist and creating a gathered flounce.

Closure: a pull-on style, facilitated by the stretch and flexibility of the elasticated shirring.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires confident handling of shirring techniques with elastic thread, along with standard garment assembly skills such as attaching sleeves and finishing seams.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose lightweight blouse fabrics with good drape to enhance the shirred details and voluminous silhouette:

  • Blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

  • Elastic thread

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: Hem allowance 2 cm, top edge of back-front and sleeve – 3 cm, sleeve hem – 4 cm, other seams 1 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 (don't forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces).

  • From main fabric:
    • Sleeve - 2 pieces
    • Back-front – 2 pieces

Sewing Instructions

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

  1. Attach sleeves at armholes to back-front. Overlock seam and press towards sleeve.
  2. Stitch side seams of blouse, simultaneously stitching sleeve seams. Overlock seams and press towards back.
  3. Overlock bottom edge of blouse, fold up and topstitch.
  4. Overlock bottom edge of sleeve and top edge of blouse, fold to wrong side. Stitch with elastic thread.

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