True Romance | Bishop Sleeve Top Sewing Pattern

The hero of this sewing pattern is the variety of bishop sleeves offered.

• 2 Bishop sleeve styles:
  Subtle - one with a subtle flare,
  Dramatic - the other very full.
• Multiple sleeve finishes:
  Cuff.
  Extended cuff.
  Shirred.
  Shirred with ruffle.
  Elastic.
• 3 Silhouettes:
  Semi-fitted t-shirt.
  Flared.
  Banded.
• Boat neckline.

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 TYPE: 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 REQUIREMENTS: View chart 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 

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SIZES INCLUDED: Size 6-22. All sizes are included in your purchase.

FORMATS: This sewing patterns come in several formats, so you can use the one that suits you. All formats are included in your purchase.

• Print at home - A4 / US Letter size.
• Print at copy shop - A0 size.

COMPREHENSIVE TUTORIAL: We make the tricky bits easy.

Our in-depth tutorial includes detailed info on sizing, fabric choice, printing & more. It features vibrant colour photos, tips & tricks, & clear instructions to sew this garment. Plus real-life inspiration across various sizes from fellow sewists.

SEAM ALLOWANCE: Included in our patterns & specified on the pattern & in the tutorial.

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SLEEVES:

The sleeves in this pattern are mashable with others in the PE stretch range. No alternation to the pattern is needed.

• Check out the list here.

NECKLINES:

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

• Available here.

• FORMAT: Digital pdf pattern.
• TUTORIAL: Detailed tutorial with user friendly instructions to prepare & create your new pattern.
• PATTERN FILES: Print at home, 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
• MEASUREMENTS: Metric (cms/metres) & imperial (inches/yards).
• SEAM ALLOWANCE: Included. 7mm (1/4") unless otherwise specified.