Description
Sew a sharp, tailored top that works for the office and for evenings out. This double-breasted high-collar vest is sleeveless and fitted, with a mandarin (Korean) stand collar, an asymmetric front overlap and six buttons. Darts shape the waist for a clean, structured look.
It looks best in a pinstripe suiting fabric, but you can also make it in linen, crepe or a solid wool blend.
What You Will Make
- A sleeveless, fitted top with cap shoulders
- A high mandarin stand collar
- An asymmetric double-breasted front with a lapel-style overlap
- Six-button closure with buttonholes
- Shaping darts at the front and back
- A clean front facing and finished armholes
What Is Included in the 20-Page PDF
- A clear English guide to a 10-panel Italian pattern diagram, with every measurement explained
- Step-by-step drawing instructions for the front, back, collar and facing
- How to take your measurements and adjust the pattern to your waist, hip and length
- Cutting layout and seam allowances
- Sewing order: darts, shoulders, collar, armholes, the asymmetric front, buttonholes, buttons, hem and pressing
- Fitting tips, troubleshooting, easy variations and care
Important: How This Pattern Works
This is a draw-your-own pattern guide. There are no printable pattern sheets. You draw the pieces full size on large paper, step by step, using the measurements in the guide. Then you adjust them to your own body. This is how you get a top that truly fits you.
- One worked-example size with a full adjust-to-fit guide
- No pre-graded sizes (S, M, L)
- Making a quick test version in cheap cotton first is strongly recommended
Skill Level
Confident beginner to intermediate. You should be comfortable with darts, a stand collar and buttonholes. The guide explains every step in order.
Materials You Need
- Suiting fabric with some body, such as pinstripe wool blend, gabardine or linen
- Lightweight fusible interfacing for the collar and facings
- 6 buttons
- Matching thread
- Large drafting paper, ruler, pencil and measuring tape
- Cheap cotton for a test version
- Sewing machine, scissors, pins and an iron
Please Note
- This is a digital PDF guide. No physical item, fabric or buttons will be shipped.
- Download links appear right after checkout and in your order email.
- For personal use only. Please do not share or resell the guide.
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