The beginner friendly Jacinda double flutter sleeve top is a great addition to your wardrobe. It can be made within a few hours from start to finish, and will be a fun project to do!
As usual, my pattern is made in 10 sizes from XXS to 5XL so you may find a suitable size for yourself. If you are not sure which size suits you, take a look at the measurement table before doing anything here: SIZE GUIDE.
The pattern is made using layered PDF, please check for your desired size before printing so you won’t waste your paper. I have included a first page with many details about sizing and printing, so please first read the first page and make sure you know what size you need! If you still do not know how to print a layered PDF, please check for the printing instruction in this post: PRINTING GUIDE.
My patterns are now made in Projector files, A4/Letter paper and A0 paper formats so you can use a projector, print at home or at any print shop!
For home printers, you can print this using either A4 or Letter paper. I calculated the printing area so that you will be able to use either type of paper to print the pattern out perfectly. Always print the first page first and check with the test square if you are printing at the right scale before you print out the whole pattern – avoid waste of ink and waste of paper, save the earth!
Some PC may print smaller than actual size even when you choose 100% scale – I don’t know why this problem exist, but my HP laptop cannot print true to size. I have to scale up to 103% to get the right size. You may need to check with your PC to see if it prints true to size, if not, scale up a bit. I was informed by a reader that you can also print the pdf as image to get the right scale, however I never tested it on my computer.
SEWING INSTRUCTION
TOOLS AND MATERIAL
- Fabric of your choice. This pattern is intended for KNIT fabric.
- Scissors, pencil or fabric marker, ruler, pins
- Sewing machine/Serger or needle and thread
- Printed pattern
The amount of fabric needed will vary depending on the width of the fabric of choice. To be precise, you may need to check how much fabric you need before buying. It will depend on the selected pattern size, the width, and design of the fabric you plan to use. Just to be sure, print all the paper patterns and lay them out at the width of fabric you plan to use (usually from 90 to 150 centimeters or 35 to 60 inches). Measure how much fabric you will need. Don’t forget to account for pieces that need to be cut multiple times and pieces that are cut on the fold.
PATTERN PIECES
The pattern pieces are as follows:
- Front: cut 1 piece on the fold
- Back: cut 1 piece on the fold
- Sleeve – layer 1: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Sleeve – layer 2: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Front Neck Facing: cut 1 piece from main fabric + 1 piece from fusible interfacing
- Back Neck Facing: cut 1 piece from main fabric + 1 piece from fusible interfacing
SEAM ALLOWANCE
– Hem: 3cm (1 ¼”)
– All other seams: 1cm (3/8”)
– Seam allowance has been included in the pattern pieces. Cut pattern as is and use the above mentioned seam allowance when constructing the garment.
CUTTING INSTRUCTION
Place the pattern pieces on the fabric, pin the pattern pieces to the fabric to secure them in place. Using sharp scissors, carefully cut out the fabric pieces along the outer lines of the pattern. Take your time to ensure precise and clean cuts, as this will affect the fit and overall appearance of your garment.
Make sure to mark all notches and other design features such as darts, pleats, draw marks etc. from the pattern pieces onto your fabric. When sewing the garment, pay attention to notches, they must match up.
SEWING INSTRUCTION
This design is made for knit fabric, make sure you are comfortable working with stretchy knit fabrics. You can find a few tips to working with stretchy knit fabrics here: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2023/03/27/how-to-sew-with-stretch-fabric/
1. Sew the main garment
Place Front and Back right sides together, matching the shoulder and side seams and stitch.
2. Sew the Sleeve
Fold 1cm (3/8”) of the sleeve bottom to the wrong side of fabric and topstitch to finish the sleeve hem.
Place Sleeve Layer 2 on top of Sleeve Layer 1, both right sides facing up. Baste the sleeve cap of the two pieces together and treat as one piece.
Fold the sleeve in half, right side facing in and stitch the sleeve seam
3. Set in sleeves
Video tutorial for setting in sleeves: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2023/11/06/how-to-sew-set-in-sleeve/
4. Sew neckline facing
Apply fusible interfacing on the corresponding pieces.
Place front facing and back facing right sides together, matching shoulder seams and stitch.
Place neckline facing and main garment right sides together, matching the neckline. Stitch the neckline using 1cm (3/8”) seam allowance. Trim seam allowances down to 0.5cm (1/4”) and clip the corner.
Press and understitch seam allowances to the neckline facing.
5. Finish hemline
Fold 2cm (3/4”) of the hem toward the wrong side of fabric and topstitch.
Below are the download links:
JACINDA DOUBLE FLUTTER SLEEVE TOP (A0 PAPER)
JACINDA DOUBLE FLUTTER SLEEVE TOP (A4/US LETTER PAPER)
JACINDA DOUBLE FLUTTER SLEEVE TOP (PROJECTOR FILE)
To download just click on the link above and choose “Save link as”. The PDF file will be downloaded to your device. An advertisement may pop up, just close it and continue with your download. In case some ads attempt to make you enter your personal info, just ignore and close it. I do NOT require any kind of information to download my pattern files.
Happy sewing! And don’t forget to share your project on my Facebook page: Tiana’s Closet Sewing Patterns or tag me on Instagram #tianasclosetsewingpatterns, I will be thrilled to see the garment in real life!
