True Romance Bishop Sleeve Top

THIS IS A DIGITAL PDF SEWING PATTERN

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SLEEVE

The statement bishop sleeve is a gorgeously classic design that has made a comeback both on the catwalk & in our favourite fashion stores.

We have designed a simple bishop sleeve pattern (balloon sleeve), the True Romance (TR), with lots of options & finishes for you to sew easily at home. 

◄FEATURES

To get the most out of this feminine trend, this pattern includes 3 bodice shapes to fit & flatter a range of bodies, styles and, of course, show off your pretty bishop sleeves. 

2 Bishop Sleeve Styles (balloon sleeve) : Subtle & Dramatic.

3 Sleeve Finishes : Cuff, Shirred or Elastic.

3 Silhouettes : Banded, Flared & Tee.

Boat Neckline.

 

 

PATTERN MASHING - WANT MORE NECKLINES?

Mash with the Besties Tee for more rounded necklines (high, mid & low), v-neck or our easy to sew squared neckline. Available here.

◄SIZING

AU 6-22 (Approximately US 2-18)

Upper bust measurement 77-115cm (30 3/8 - 45")

Click here for our body measurement chart.

Use your upper bust measurement to determine your size for this pattern. See pattern for more details. 

◄FABRIC & TRIMS

FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: View here.

4-way stretch knit fabric with fluidity & drape.

Stretch Factor: 50-100% horizontal stretch & a minimum of 10% vertical stretch. 

To learn more about stretch factor, visit our Tips & Tricks section here. 

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS include viscose or rayon elastane jersey, modal elastane jersey, bamboo elastane jersey, double brushed poly, merino wool knit, stretch velvet (velour), poly elastane jersey, stretch lace. 

TRIMS:

Shirred Sleeve : Shirring elastic

Elastic Sleeve : 12mm (1/2") elastic 

◄PATTERN SPECS

FORMAT: Digital PDF Pattern

PATTERN FILES: Print at home (A4/Letter), A0 Copy shop

LAYERED: Yes

PRINT IN: Adobe Reader. Learn more here.

FABRIC TYPE: Knits

SIZE RANGE: AU6-22 (US2-18)

SKILL LEVEL: Experienced beginner

◄HELP

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This is a downloadable digital PDF pattern. As such, refunds after purchase are not possible.  No further discounts apply during a pattern release.