BELLA SHIRT- PAPER

This pattern is available in 16 sizes, ranging from size 32 to 62. Please use our size guide when choosing your size.

The fit for this design is slightly fitted, bare that in mind when choosing size.

Are you in between sizes? Use your bust measurement as you most important guide. It´s also usually best to choose a bigger size rather than a smaller one, when in doubt.

When buying our patterns you choose to purchase either a digital or paper format. This item is the paper pattern format. You will find the PDF format in the list of all products.

Both PDF and paper format include a instructional booklet. This booklet gives you all the info and support you will need for a successful project.

It includes:

- Measurement and sizing charts

- Calculated material consumption

-  tools and material needed for the project

- Step by step sewing instructions, with illustrations

- how to best utilize your material (to reduce waste)

- which seam allowances this project needs.

DIGITAL PDF

When you buy a digital format you will receive a ziped file instantly after placing the order. This way, you are able to start your project today with no delays.

This ziped file includes the pattern as PDF files, ready to be printed. You can choose to print the pattern on A4, US letter or A0.

A4 contains 36 tiles, US letter contains 36  tiles and A0 contains 2 tiles.

PAPER

When you buy a paper format you will receive a beautifully designed envelope containing a printed version of the pattern and instructional booklet.

For this design you will need:

- main fabric

- fusing

- thread

- 1 button, 20 mm in diameter

- 1 button, 12 mm in diameter, preferably with a shank.

You will also need these tools:

- a pair of scissors

- a measuring tape

- pin needles

- weights (optional)

- sewing needle

- chalk

- a sewing machine

- a overlock machine (optional)

- an iron with steam feature

Amount of fabric needed:

Main fabric:

Width 130 cm

32-34 130 cm

36-38 140 cm

40-42 170 cm

44-46 180 cm

48-50 180 cm

52-54 200 cm

56-58 200 cm

60-62 200 cm

width 140 cm

32-34 130 cm

36-38 135 cm

40-42 140 cm

44-46 145 cm

48-50 150 cm

52-54 160 cm

56-58 170 cm

60-62 190 cm

width 150 cm

32-34 130 cm

36-38 130 cm

40-42 140 cm

44-46 145 cm

48-50 150 cm

52-54 155 cm

56-58 165 cm

60-62 175 cm

Fusing 90 cm width:

32-38 60 cm

40-50 65 cm

52-62 70 cm

This design is a wrap shirt with a cap sleeve, a shawl collar and a asymmetric hemline. It has a tie and a button closure at the waistline and modesty closure at the neckline.

The silhouette is slightly fitted.

If you prefer, you can easily:

- Lengthen the bodice or add a skirt to create a dress

- Remove the collar for a collarless design

- Lengthen the sleeves to create a bat sleeved shirt

The skill set needed for this design is: INTERMEDIATE

BEGINNER: You have little to no experience in making clothes. You are a beginner in every sense of the word.

CONFIDENT BEGINNER: You have completed a few simple projects involving fabric, patterns, and a sewing machine. However, you have not yet developed complete confidence in sewing. You have seen patterns and understand the basics.

INTERMEDIATE: You have made some sewing projects and are starting to feel confident when making simple items. You are eager to learn how to sew moderately difficult details, such as collars and collar stands, darts, and in-seam pockets. You have used patterns a few times and feel confident using basic patterns.

EXPERIENCED: You have made several sewing projects and feel confident making most garments. You possess the skill set for creating various details, such as welted back pockets and tailored front pockets for pants, as well as vents and cuffs for shirts. You feel confident using most patterns and can make simple adjustments.

EXPERT: You have made a lot of clothes and know you can create the most elaborate garments with excellent results. You have a skill set comparable to that of a tailor and are accustomed to making garments with a lot of detail, linings, and intricate finishes. You are confident using most patterns and usually make adjustments to your patterns, both in design and for personal body shape.