Info

All seam allowance for knit fabrics using a serger/overlocker are 6mm.
All hem allowance is 1.5cm.
Cut all garments with the most stretch going around the body.
Use ballpoint needles on your machine.
A binder foot (bias binding foot) is a very, very useful attachment for your sewing machine.
A loop turner is a good investment
A punch and handheld studding machine are also useful.
Only use knitted elastic with knit fabric
Only use interfacing specially made for knit fabrics
If the sizing is European size 30 equates to an American size XS

A0 Instructions

You can print out the full pattern sheets if you have access to a wide format printer. Set this printer to print out the actual size.

A4/US Letter Instructions
A4 and US letter sized sections are also included in the download to print these set the printer to print “actual size” (do not choose “fit” or “shrink”). Orientation must be set to “auto” Measure the square on the pattern which must be 5cm by 5cm for the print to be correct.
Overview
This stylish top is super easy to make. It’s a simple elegant style that will make a statement at any event. The top could be made out of stretch velour, crushed velvet, Bon Bon, stretch mesh, stretch lace or Lycra/spandex fabric.
Equipment
Serger/overlocker
Loop turner or binder foot for sewing machine
Plain sewing machine
1/2m of stretch knit fabric such as Bon Bon, Stretch Velour/Velvet, Crushed Velour, Lycra, stretch mesh, stretch Lycra lace, Cotton Lycra or Viscose Lycra
Scissors
Tailor’s chalk
Pins/wonder clips
Polyester sewing thread
Ballpoint needles
Cutting
Cut 2 front bodice sections. The top and bottom sections to the fold.
Cut 1 bottom section of the front out of lining such as viscose Lycra or Lycra
1 back to the fold
Strip along the selvedge of fabric for binding the neck
Sewing
PDF files are below these instructions
Use only spandex or Lycra fabric for this top. Fabric should stretch 2 ways (across and lengthwise) at least.