This is a PDF version of the pattern, a print version can be found here. Tunic No. 1 is a dropped-shoulder top with two options for length, a cropped shirt or tunic. This relaxed garment is the perfect layering piece and stitches up super quick! The neck is finished with bias tape facing and there is an optional patch pocket. First published in issue 8 of Taproot Magazine.
The instructions walk you through the steps, from tracing and cutting the pattern pieces, to making and sewing bias tape. The pattern includes nine nested sizes. After purchasing this product you will receive an email with a .zip file containing instructions and the printer-ready PDF. Print and assemble the tiled pattern following the directions.
Full bust measurement (your body size):
XS: 32 inches (81 cm); S: 35 inches (89 cm);
M: 38 inches (97 cm); L: 41 inches (104 cm);
XL: 44 inches (112 cm); 2X: 47 inches (119 cm);
3X: 50 inches (127 cm); 4X: 53 inches (135 cm);
5X: 56 inches (142 cm)
Recommend fabric:
Mid to light weight cotton, linen, rayon or natural fiber blend fabric (no jersey or knits)
Yardage requirements:
shirt length: XS: 2 1/8 yards (1.9 m); S-M: 2 1/4 yards (2.1 m); L-XL: 2 3/8 yards (2.2 m); 2X-3X: 2 1/2 yards (2.3 m); 4X-5X: 2 5/8 yards (2.4 m)
tunic length: XS: 2 1/2 yards (2.3 m); S-M: 2 5/8 yards (2.4 m); L-XL: 2 3/4 yard (2.5 m): 2X-3X: 2 7/8 yards (2.6 m); 4X-5X: 3 yards (2.7 m)
If desired, additional 1/2 yd (0.5m) or fat quarter of contrast fabric for bias tape or pocket. Optional notion: 3/4" (18mm) bias tape maker
Garments made using 100 Acts of Sewing patterns are for personal use only and are not intended for commercial sewing.
