Long Sleeve Off-Shoulder Drawstring Blouse

Name: Long Sleeve Off-Shoulder Drawstring Blouse
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 5473
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #5473

This Minerva sewing pattern creates a relaxed, off-shoulder blouse with a gathered neckline and a functional drawstring tie. Featuring flowing long sleeves and a straight hem with side slits, this versatile blouse is suitable for casual gatherings, transitional seasons, and resort wear. Make it to your own measurements in a lightweight, flowing fabric like silk or crepe de chine.

Tech. Description

Long Sleeve Off-Shoulder Drawstring Blouse

This women's sewing pattern creates a relaxed, off-shoulder blouse featuring a gathered neckline with a functional drawstring tie and flowing long sleeves.

When To Wear

This versatile blouse is perfect for a relaxed yet chic look, suitable for:

Casual Gatherings: Ideal for social events where comfort meets effortless style.
Transitional Seasons: a lightweight option perfect for layering or warmer weather.
Resort & Holiday Wear: Provides a breezy, elegant option for travel or vacation.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a relaxed, straight-cut blouse designed for comfort and a flowing drape.

Neckline: a wide, gathered off-shoulder neckline with a central slit at the front, featuring an adjustable drawstring tie for custom fit and styling.

Sleeves: Long, set-in sleeves with a relaxed fit and a subtle flare at the cuffs.

Hem: a straight bottom hem with discreet side slits for ease of movement.

Back: Clean and unadorned, maintaining the relaxed silhouette with gentle gathering at the neckline.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires precise execution of a faced neckline slit, casing for the drawstring, and accurate sleeve setting.

Fabric Recommendations

For the best drape and comfort, choose lightweight and flowing fabrics:

Silk fabrics
Crepe de chine, satin, or other fluid fabrics with a beautiful drape

Additional Supplies

No additional notions are required.

Cutter's Must

From main fabric:
Sleeve - 2 pieces
Front – 1 piece
Back - 1 piece
Drawstring for neckline - 1 piece
Facing for slit – 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

Stitch the sleeve edge. Overlock and press the seam.
Mark the slit on the front and cut it. Fold the facing for the slit in half lengthwise and press. Stitch the folded facing to the slit, with the fold of the facing lying on the garment at a width of 0.75 cm. Trim the seam allowances to a width of 0.5 cm. Turn the facing to the wrong side, and topstitch the blouse along the slit.
Overlock the side edges of the blouse. Stitch the side edges up to the notch for the slit and press open. Topstitch along the slit.
Set the sleeves into the armholes and overlock the setting seam.
Overlock: the upper edge of the sleeve, the neckline edge of the front and back. Fold to the wrong side, press the overlocked edges, and topstitch.
Fold the drawstring for the neckline lengthwise and stitch 0.5-0.7 cm from the edge of the drawstring. Turn the drawstring right side out and press. Tuck in the short sides of the ties and hand stitch. Thread the drawstring through the neckline and tighten. The pattern piece for the drawstring is given with seam allowances.
Overlock the bottom edge of the blouse and the bottom edge of the sleeve. Fold to the wrong side. Press and topstitch 0.5 cm from the edge.

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Long Sleeve Off-Shoulder Drawstring Blouse

When To Wear

Key Design Features

Level Of Difficulty

Fabric Recommendations

Additional Supplies

Cutter's Must

Sewing Instructions

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