Fabric & Materials
Pattern pieces made from knit fabrics should be sewn with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. When serging, trim seam allowances to 0.6 – 0.8 cm. Hem allowances are topstitched with a twin needle to maintain elasticity.
Cutting Plan
- Back – 1 piece
- Front – 2 pieces
- Sleeve – 2 pieces
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch the bust dart on the front. Trim the dart depth, finish the raw edges, and press.
- Stitch the shoulder and side seams of the back and front. Finish the seams and press towards the back. Leave an opening for the ribbon in the left side seam. Topstitch along the opening in the side seam.
- Stitch the sleeve seams. Finish the seams and press.
- Set the sleeves into the armholes, matching notches. Finish the seams and press.
- Finish the raw edges of the garment hem, sleeve hems, neckline, and front edge of the front piece. Fold to the wrong side, press, and topstitch.
- Attach the decorative ribbon to the front.
