Birgitta Helmersson Zero Waste Frill Sleeve Top (PDF Sewing Pattern)

$26.00 CAD

Printed in Envelope: This is a paper pattern in the designer's original packaging. It is not available for PDF download once purchased. You will receive a physical package in the mail or you can pick it up from our retail store.
PDF Only: This is a PDF file only. Your files will be available to download immediately after your purchase is complete and will also be emailed to you. A physical pattern will not be sent to you.
PDF + Printed: We will print the A0 pattern and send a notification when it is either available for local pickup or has shipped. The PDF version will also be available for download immediately after purchase. Please note we do not print the instructions, just the sewing pattern, so please download the instructions after purchase.

Description

This sewing pattern uses zero waste pattern cutting and is designed to fit on a particular size fabric. It comprises of instructions showing you how to draw shapes directly onto your fabric, leaving no waste. With the exception of some small printable templates to help in the cutting process, no large paper pattern pieces are required.

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

The Zero Waste (ZW) Frill Sleeve Top is an oversized relaxed fit top with 3 size options suitable for different fabric widths. It has a gathered sleeve, side splits, and a boat neck with an internal binding finish. The sleeve length changes depending on the fabric width and garment size you choose.

Recommended Tools

Sewing machine, iron, chalk or dissolvable pen, scissors, large right angle ruler and/or long straight ruler.

Techniques Used

Binding. Gathers. Split with facing.

Fabric Type

This style works really well in light weight cotton fabrics, as well as light weight linens. For best results wash your fabric before cutting out to account for any shrinkage.

*This pattern works well for many different fabric widths but please note the narrower your fabric width the shorter your sleeves will be.

Size XS-M

Recommended Widths: 105cm - 150cm / 41 - 59 inches

Yardage required: 115cm / 45"

Size L-2XL

Recommended Width: 115cm - 150cm / 45 - 59 inches

Yardage required: 125cm / 49 inches

Size 3L-6XL

Recommended Width: 125cm - 150cm / 49 - 59 inches

Yardage required: 135cm / 53 inches

Notions

You will need one length of light weight cotton bias binding to finish the neck, 3cm / 1.2" wide x approximately 75cm/ 30" long (see template E in your size for exact measurements). Purchase by the metre or cut yourself (on the bias) using a scrap piece of fabric.