This blouse is such a quick and easy way to take an extra yard of fabric and turn it into something special! Β Add some pizzaz with different fabrics, contrasting colors, and trims!! Β The possibilities are endless!
What you will need:
- Β 1 yard of fabric*
- 12″ of 1/2″ wide elastic
- Thread
* To create a larger size, simply create a larger square – 40″ x 40″, 42″ x 42″, etc
This pattern can be created by simplyΒ measuring and cutting the actual fabric, however the pictures below are shown on a large piece of craft paper. Β
The Process
- Fold a 36″ by 36″ piece of fabric (or paper) into a triangle.
- Mark the neck between the two end points.
- Measure 13-15″ from center of neck towards one point. Β Mark this point. Β The length will be the sleeve, so make it as long or as short as you would like. Β Then cut off the triangle. Β Repeat with the other side.
- Allow 8-10″ for armhole then stitch (right sides together) 4-5″ down from this point. Β This line is shown as the dotted line on the paper pattern below.
- Take the cut off triangle pieces and attach them to the bottom of the triangle so the fold edge forms a side seam. Stitch to the bottom of the blouse, right sides together.
- Measure 4 1/2″ on each side of center neck point and gently cut out a scoop neckline.
- Make a 4″ slit in the center back of the neckline.
- Sew a 6″ piece of elastic, while it is stretched out, on each side of the waist line to create a shirred peplum.
- Hem all raw edges and add shoulder pads, if desired.
- OPTIONAL – Add a snap or hook to the center back neckline to close.
And that’s it!! Enjoy your new vintage inspired blouse!!!
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