PETULA TOP is a super simple pattern that is SO versatile because it not only is easy to make but you can run it up in a variety of fabrics to suit all seasons.

Make one for spring/summer in a linen viscose slub (available at Sewgirl-shop), cotton, viscose, lightweight linen, cotton, broderie anglais or double gauze, then in Autumn /Winter make one in cable knits, or sweatshirting . It would also be nice to make a sleeveless version in Autumn and wear a long sleeve shirt or teeshirt underneath or even in slinky velvet for a party top.

Petula top is a boxy shape with a round neck, a back neck opening which can be fastened with either loop and button or ties.

Shoulders are sloped giving it a chic silohette with a slightly cropped length. The hemline and short sleeves have facings to make it hang well, with a small vent opening at each lower side hem. The long sleeve version has a ‘batwing’ style silhouette.

Petula Top is available in multiple sizes from 8 to 30., an easy to sew pattern, suitable for beginners. This blog gives you an overview about how the top is made. Full step by step instructions are included with the pattern as well as large format multi sized templates on sturdy paper.

PATTERN ADD-ONS- The pattern also comes with two hack add-on instructions about how to colourblock or stripe the fabric before cutting out.

Here are the details showing the size guide and fabric requirements.

Here are some of the stages of making the Petula top. The pattern contains more in depth illustrations and instructions

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