Embroidered Yoke Blouse
This women's sewing pattern features a chic blouse with a distinctive square yoke, adorned with intricate embroidery, and a relaxed, gathered blouson body.
When To Wear
The elegant design and relaxed fit of this blouse make it a versatile choice for a range of occasions, including:
- Casual Chic Outings: Pair with jeans or shorts for an elevated everyday look.
- Evening Socials & Dinners: Its delicate fabric and detailed yoke make it suitable for semi-formal gatherings.
- Resort & Vacation Wear: The light, airy design is perfect for warm weather and stylish travels.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A relaxed blouson silhouette, gathered at the yoke and hem, offering a comfortable yet stylish drape.
Yoke & Neckline: Features a distinct square-shaped front and back yoke, detailed with decorative embroidery on the front, framing a high neckline.
Straps: Delicate spaghetti straps provide support and a minimalist shoulder line.
Body: The main body of the blouse is gathered from both the upper yoke and the lower hem, creating a blousy, full shape.
Hem: A fitted waistband provides structure at the bottom, creating a blouson effect over the waist.
Closure: A concealed separating zipper is incorporated into the left side seam for a seamless finish.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. This pattern involves techniques such as gathering, working with delicate fabrics, attaching bias binding for straps and neckline, and inserting a concealed zipper.
Fabric Recommendations
This design is best suited for lightweight, draping fabrics that allow the gathers to fall softly:
- Thin silk fabrics
- Viscose fabrics
Additional Supplies
- Concealed separating zipper
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- 1. Front Yoke – 1 QTY
- 2. Back Yoke – 1 QTY
- 3. FRONT PANEL - 1 QTY
- 4. BACK PANEL - 1 QTY
- 5. Waistband – 2 QTY
- Cut BIAS BINDING 5.0 cm wide.
Sewing Instructions
- Gather the top of the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL.
- Fold each TRIM STRIP for the neckline of the front yoke, back yoke, and straps in half lengthwise and press. Stitch the folded TRIM STRIPS to the neckline edge of the front yoke, back yoke, and side edges of the yokes, with the fold of the TRIM STRIP lying on the garment at a width of 0.75 cm. Trim SEAM ALLOWANCES to a width of 0.5 cm. Turn the TRIM STRIP to the wrong side and topstitch along the necklines, side seams of the yoke, and straps.
- Stitch the yokes to the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL.
- Overlock the upper edge of the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL together with the yokes.
- Topstitch the overlocked edges to the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL.
- Stitch the right side seam.
- Press the SEAM ALLOWANCES along the left side edges of the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL to the wrong side and attach the ZIPPER.
- Gather the bottom of the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL.
- Stitch the waistband to the bottom edge of the blouse. Finish the ends of the waistband and topstitch the waistband into the attaching seam.
