PDF SEWING PATTERN | Holly Top | Ready to Sew | TRILINGUAL (EN / FR / SP)

PDF SEWING PATTERN | Holly Top | Ready to Sew | TRILINGUAL (EN / FR / SP)

Skill Level : Beginner
Sizes : 32–64
Language : French, English & Spanish

The Holly Top by Ready to Sew combines timeless elegance with everyday comfort. Inspired by the refined blouses and petticoats of the early 19th century, this beautifully detailed top reimagines traditional pintucks and gathered drawstring details in a fresh, contemporary silhouette.

Choose between a softly rounded balloon shape or a flowing flared version, both featuring delicate shoulder straps and an airy fit that's perfect for warm weather. Whether paired with the Harper Pants or your favorite jeans, Holly is a versatile piece that effortlessly transitions from relaxing at home to stylish summer outings.

Pattern Features

• Two silhouettes: Balloon or Flared
• Elegant pintuck detailing
• Adjustable gathered drawstring details
• Delicate shoulder straps
• Light and airy summer silhouette
• Comfortable relaxed fit
• Beginner-friendly construction
• Inclusive sizing from 32–64

Recommended Fabrics

Pleated Version:

• Cotton poplin
• Linen
  
• Linen/Cotton blends
• Fabric weight: 115–150 gsm

Non-Pleated Version:

• Tencel™
• Silk
• Cotton poplin
• Linen
• Fabric weight: 115–150 gsm

Fabric Requirements

• Size Range 1 (32–48): 125 cm (145 cm wide fabric)
• Size Range 2 (48–64): 150 cm (145 cm wide fabric)

Supplies Required

Balloon Version

• 5 cm (2") lightweight fusible interfacing
• 9 mm (3/8") flat elastic (half of upper bust measurement)
• 15 mm (5/8") flat elastic (waist measurement)
• Matching bias tape:
  • 2.5 m for sizes 32–48
  • 3 m for sizes 48–64

Flared Version

• 5 cm (2") lightweight fusible interfacing
• 9 mm (3/8") flat elastic (half of upper bust measurement)
• Matching bias tape:
  • 2.5 m for sizes 32–48
  • 3 m for sizes 48–64

PDF Pattern Includes

• Layered PDF pattern (print only your size)
• A4 format : 25- 32 pages
• US Letter format
• A0 copy shop format : 1 page
• Projector file
• Illustrated instruction booklet in French, English and Spanish

Why You'll Love It

With its delicate pintucks, elegant gathers, and two versatile silhouettes, the Holly Top is a beautiful blend of vintage inspiration and modern simplicity. Easy enough for confident beginners while offering refined details, it's a timeless addition to any handmade summer wardrobe.