Tilly and the Buttons Agnes top

Learn to sew your own jersey tops on a regular sewing machine (yes, really!). Irresistibly wearable, Agnes is a versatile wardrobe staple you’ll make again and again.

• Close fitting silhouette
  
• Choice of scoop neckline or ruched sweetheart neckline, both finished with a narrow neckband
• Choice of sleeve lengths – full length or cropped above the elbow
• Optional on-trend ruching at the shoulders
• No overlocker or serger needed!

SKILL LEVEL - Confident beginner

SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Light- to medium-weight stretch knit fabrics, such as cotton jersey, viscose jersey or wool jersey. Check the fabric can be stretched crosswise at least 25% wider than its original width, and that it pings back down to size after stretching.

SUPPLIES

• Fabric
• Matching thread
• 30cm (12in) x 6-8mm (.in) wide clear elastic, ribbon or stay tape to stabilise the shoulders
• Optional: 0.5m (5/8yd) x 5mm (1/8-.in) wide woven or braided elastic for the ruched sleeves and neckline
• Ballpoint or stretch needle for your sewing machine
• Sewing machine and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are useful)