Sleeveless Keyhole Bow Top

Sleeveless Keyhole Bow Top

A women's sleeveless knit top with a centre front seam and ties cut in one with the front neckline. The ties are knotted into a bow at the neckline, leaving a teardrop keyhole opening below the knot.

When To Wear

• In summer with skirts, shorts or trousers.
• Under a cardigan or jacket for the office or in cooler weather.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Close-fitting with shaped side seams, hip length.

Neckline: Rounded V at the front, with the two neck ties extending from the front pieces and tied at the centre front over a keyhole; round neckline at the back.

Sleeves: Sleeveless, with cut-in armholes.

Front: Two pieces joined by a centre front seam that runs from the keyhole to the hem.

Back: One piece, no centre back seam.

Finishing: Armholes, neckline and ties have no seam allowance and are finished with a narrow serged edge stitch. The hem is turned up and topstitched with a twin needle to keep the stretch.

Level Of Difficulty

Beginner. Three pieces, straight seams and serged edges; no facings or binding.

Fabric Recommendations

Knit fabric with medium to high stretch, from natural or blended fibres.

Additional Supplies

• None besides fabric and thread.