Gathered Scoop Neck Blouson Top
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for a relaxed blouson top, featuring a gathered scoop neckline and a wide, fitted hem band for a comfortable yet stylish silhouette.
When To Wear
This versatile blouson top is perfect for a variety of casual and smart-casual settings, offering comfort and style for:
- Everyday Comfort: Ideal for daily wear, providing a relaxed fit without sacrificing elegance.
- Casual Outings: Perfect for brunches, shopping, or informal gatherings when paired with jeans or skirts.
- Smart-Casual Office: A comfortable yet polished option for a relaxed office environment.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A relaxed blouson fit through the body, cinched at the lower hip by a fitted band.
Neckline: A wide, gathered scoop neckline that drapes softly.
Sleeves: Short, integrated cap sleeves offering ease of movement and a casual aesthetic.
Hem: A deep, fitted hem band designed to create the blouson effect and hold the top in place.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves working with stretch knit fabrics, gathering techniques, and attaching a fitted hem band.
Fabric Recommendations
Achieve the desired drape and comfort by selecting knit fabrics with good stretch and recovery:
- Medium to low stretch knit fabrics, such as jersey, rayon, or modal blends, preferably with good drape
Additional Supplies
- Knit tape or bias binding, 4 cm wide (length specified on pattern piece)
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- BACK PANEL – 1 QTY on fold
- FRONT PANEL – 1 QTY on fold
- LOWER TRIM STRIP – 2 QTY
Tip: Cut pieces from knit fabrics are stitched with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. When serging, trim SEAM ALLOWANCES to 0.8 cm. The hem allowance is topstitched with a twin needle to maintain elasticity. You can also stitch pieces directly on a 3- or 4-thread overlock machine.
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch the right shoulder seam of the BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL. Serge the seam and press towards the BACK PANEL.
- Along the neckline edge, sew a basting stitch with loosely tensioned stitches and gather. The gathering amount is indicated on the pattern pieces. Finish the neckline with BIAS BINDING. Stitch the left shoulder seam. Serge the seam and press towards the BACK PANEL.
- On the side seam, clip the SEAM ALLOWANCE near the NOTCHES. Stitch the side seams of the BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL from the NOTCHES to the bottom. Serge the seams and press towards the BACK PANEL.
- Fold the LOWER TRIM STRIP pieces right sides together and stitch into a loop along the short sides. Fold the TRIM STRIP in half lengthwise, right side out, and press. Along the side edges of the TRIM STRIP, sew a basting stitch with loosely tensioned stitches and gather to 16-18 cm.
- Along the bottom edge of the BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL, sew a basting stitch with loosely tensioned stitches and gather. Equalize the length of the bottom edge of the BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL with the TRIM STRIP edge. Attach the TRIM STRIP, serge the seams, and press upwards.
- Serge the armhole edge, fold under, and topstitch.
