Featuring sweet cap sleeves that are incorporated into the main front and back pattern pieces, plus a simple button closure on the back, this flattering top promises to be an easy and speedy make! Designed by Julia Claridge, the simple silhouette has added detail through the lace fabric selvedge, which has been cleverly used here for the hem of the top. For a professional result, use bias binding to finish the inside of the sleeves.
1
Apply interfacing to the reverse of all the facing pieces. Stitch each end of the front neck facing piece to a back neck facing piece, right sides together. Fold the button loop strip in half lengthways, right sides together, pin, then sew along the raw long edge with a 5mm seam allowance. Turn right sides out, then press.
2
Neaten the raw edges of each back piece at the centre-back, side and shoulder seams. Join the pieces at the centre-back, up to the upper notch. Neaten the ra