Sew the Spill The Tea Top in 6 Bite-Sized Sessions

The Spill The Tea Top sewing pattern is one of those patterns that really rewards slowing down and enjoying the process. With its delicate neckline ties, softly gathered details and chic silhouette, it’s the kind of make you’ll want to wear again and again. And the best part? You don’t need a whole weekend or a marathon sewing day to make it happen.

Before you dive into cutting and sewing, pop the kettle on, grab a comfy spot, and have a read through the info pages and sewing instructions. It might seem like a small thing, but it really does set you up for success and helps the whole project flow more smoothly. That’s why we’ve made this important step your Day 1 - to help you carve out the time and space to get set up properly.

Once you’ve done that, you’ll be ready to print, tape, and cut your pieces - and you’re off!

Let’s get started... Download printable copy

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DAY 1 | Prep work

• Read through info pages.
• Read through sewing steps.
• Measure yourself & choose your size.
• Printing/taping pattern

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DAY 2 | Cut out all pieces, mark notches.

• Select & cut out all your fabric pieces.
• Cut out interfacing piece.
• Mark all notches.

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DAY 3 | Steps 1 - 16 of main tutorial

• Staystitch neckline
• Join fronts & complete front opening
• Sew darts (if doing FBA option)

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DAY 4 | Steps 17 - 33 of main tutorial

• Complete back gathering (if sewing that option)
• Join back yoke (if sewing that option)
• Join front & back
• Prepare tie

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DAY 5 | Steps 34 - 52 of main tutorial

• Add tie to neckline
• Topstitch back neck

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DAY 6 | Steps 53 - 58 of main tutorial, sleeve steps

• Join side seams
• Hem top
• Add sleeves

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