NINA TOP

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Nina top sewing pattern to make a long trapeze A-line shape, kaftan style top with a lace up V-neck detail and fluted sleeves. Suitable for viscose fabric, Tencel, lightweight linen or any fabric with good drape.

The top above has been made in a lovely 130gsm viscose fabric by Sewmesunshine

Sizes 8-30

Level- Advanced beginners.

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How to make Nina top

Interface the Facing pieces
Fold the Tie/Loop Tab pieces in half aligning the long raw edges.
Sew. Leave a long thread end at one end. Trim the seam allowance to 5mm (1/4″).
Tie the long thread end on to a needle and pass through the tube. Pull the Tie/Loop inside out. Alternatively, use a loop turner tool.
A loop turner tool.
The Loop Tab is shorter with open ends.
The Shoestring Tie is closed at each end with an opening in the centre for turning.
The Loop Tab piece is cut into six pieces measuring 5cm long (2″).
Loop Tabs are pegged to the Neck Facing Front at each Tab position as marked on the template. You can use small pieces of quilting tape to stick them temporarily if you prefer.
The Front and Back Facing pieces are stitched together at the short edges. The outer Facing edge is folded under approx 5mm (1/4″).
Join the Front to Back at the shoulder edges.
Press the seam allowance towards the Back. Topstitch.
Pin the facing to the Front/Back piece. hand tack all around. Sew.
Press the Facing upwards. Understitch.
Fold the Facing to the reverse side. Pin. Sew all around the outer folded edge.

Sleeves

Attach the Sleeve Cuff Facing to the Sleeve lower edge. Press away from the Sleeve. Fold up a small 1cm (3/8″) hem at the Cuff facing edge.
Sew the Sleeves together at the long raw side edges.
Fold over the Cuff facing to the wrong side. Press. Pin. Sew.
Insert the Sleeve head to the armhole. Match up the Back section to the Back. Pin all around. Hand tack. Sew. Press.
Insert the lacing. Tie a knot on the Tie ends.
Ta dah!

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