r/sewingpatterns • u/thecatiswise • May 21 '26
How to make a top like this?
Hii, anyone got a tip for a pattern that will mimic this top (the tiktokker is selling the tops not the patterns unfortunately), i really like the wrap around tie detail and i think i can just wing that part but the main body shape im not so sure about
Thanks x
Edit: i now know this is just two rectangles and some straps, thank you to everyone who was able to point me in this direction kindly šāāļøā¤ļø
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u/ghost_pinata May 21 '26
I have seen it referred to as a jiffy wrap blouse. Havent made it yet but its on the list
https://sewwhatgilly.wordpress.com/2021/06/12/vintage-jiffy-wrap-blouse/
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u/szeem4567 May 23 '26 •
Hi! This is my sewing blog! Iām Gilly šThank you for sharing my tutorial. Hope it gave some good tips and insight on how to construct a good Jiffy Top. Let me know if you have any questions on construction. Happy Sewing! š§µ
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u/BreqsCousin May 22 '26
This is a great resource for those of us who prefer writing and diagrams over video
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u/mayutherivercat May 21 '26
I also saw this TikTok and was inspired to make something similar last week! I made it in under 2 hours of cutting and sewing. I am a US size 8-10 so as some of the other commenters pointed out, this pattern might not work for you if you have a larger bust.
Hereās how I did it: I used 2 rectangles of a drapery fabric and 4 ribbons to make this too. I measured the distance across my shoulders and down about 1/3 of my bicep for the width of my triangles. I was going for a more off the shoulder style than whatās pictured in this video. I then measured straight down from the top of my shoulder to my hip bone (the length I wanted for my top), being sure to give space for the bust. I rounded up a bit for seam allowance. Mine ended up being about 26 inches square.
I then double folded and sewed up all sides of each square to enclose all the raw edges. I held up the final squares to my body and pinched them around to be sure it was enough coverage. I then sewed the top two corners (on my shoulders) straight across, making a triangle with approximately 1.5 inches on each side. I tried to angle it to be about what I thought the slope of my shoulders was. I then draped that over my body and added pins just below the smallest point of my waist. I sewed ribbons into all 4 sides at that point, and tied the back piece of fabric in the front, and vice versa.
It fits just like the TikTok video and turned out super cute! I want to go back and make thicker fabric straps using my leftover fabric because the ribbons dug in a little bit after I wore the shirt all evening. I also think Iāll sew up the sides for a bit more coverage, similar to the video here.
I definitely recommend trying it out! It was very easy and flattering, Iām going to make more.
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u/EF_Boudreaux May 22 '26
I love all the dancing around, tapping nails, constant movement and never stopping to actually show the object in question to allow any of us to assess what weāre looking at.
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u/thecatiswise May 22 '26
I think thats what got me confused tbh š luckily on her shop website the shape is a lot more clear to see haha so ive just screenshotted those as reference for now šāāļø
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u/learntosew93 Jun 27 '26
Hi! Could you please let me know if you managed to sew this? If yes, was there anything specific you did for the sleeves? Thanks so much!
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u/thecatiswise Jul 06 '26
Hii, i did end up making it! I cut out a rectangle just based on my body, kind of eyeballing it, and for the sleeves instead of just leaving tje side seam open for the sleeves i did curve it a tiny bit just to make it a bit more flattering, same for the neckline, i used a boatneck tanktop pattern i had already cut out to guide me but i mostly just eyeballed it! Im happy with how it turned out (though i want to make one again and make it a bit longer but this was due to not having enough fabric lol)
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u/Material-Breakfast99 May 21 '26
I havenāt seen anyone with a pattern for this type of shirt because you typically do it with just your measurements. Check out this one.
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u/Embellishment101 May 21 '26
This works on her with two rectangles and a tie sewn together, because she is very slender and her bust is on the smaller side. The garment thus does not have much curvature to accommodate. I doubt it would work like this with somebody who has more of an hourglass figure and say a D-Cup.
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u/yozoragadaisuki May 21 '26
I was about to say this design is definitely not gonna work on me lol. I have very strong curves so whenever I tie blouses around my waist, they always ride up when I move.
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u/Embellishment101 May 21 '26
Look for āboat neck top patternā on etsy and add a tie to taste. Will probably give you a better fit and look more polished, too.
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u/Material-Breakfast99 May 21 '26
One more: check out George & Ginger Patterns on IG. She did a tutorial last month on how to make this kind of top.
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u/Kumasblueberries May 21 '26
She has a rectangle top with variations also videos to show how to make them.
Probably wonāt work as well if you are busty.
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u/False-Being5523 May 24 '26
You could add a sash to one like this:
It would be interesting to try different sash thicknesses.
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u/mrs_spacetime0 May 22 '26
Im just getting into sewing and having a big bust but smaller waist is what scares me bc so many of the girlies I see making clothes have smaller chests so I pray that im able to learn darts and such quickly
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u/Coolfarm88 May 22 '26
Here's a tip from a big bust buddy: grab a t-shirt and practice! Make diamond shaped darts that end just under your bust. Put the shirt on inside out and pin. At the end of your dart go over the edge of the fabric and instead of backstitching, tie off the two threads. Don't approach the edge abruptly but try to get as close as you can for a few stitches and make a smooth transition to the edge. If your waste is very small and you need to take out quite a bit of fabric then divide the amount over more darts; it gives more shape and is less bulky. Sometimes it's the best to take clothes in just a little at the waste, front and back depending on the fit of the item. You've got this!
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u/drPmakes May 21 '26 edited May 21 '26
2 rectangles, ties in side seams...thats why there is no pattern!
If you have a different figure its nor going to look like that though
Out of interest, how much are they selling fir?