Denim shirt with a tie neck – Free sewing pattern download PDF #UP1031

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This denim shirt mixes that vintage charm with a fresh twist. It’s got a classic shirt collar generously tied at the front, bust darts for a nice fit, and cuffed sleeves, making it super stylish yet comfy. Grab a light denim fabric and don’t forget some golden stitching thread so that the details really stand out. Just throw it on with your favorite jeans for a chic, head-to-toe denim look.

Download the FREE PDF sewing pattern, and sew your own handmade shirt now!

1 cm (3/8″) seam allowance included!

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Sizing Guide

This pattern is drafted according to the following body measurements. Standard height is 1.64 m (5.4 ft). Check this tutorial if you want to add sizes to your pattern!

	XS	S	S/M	M	M/L	L	XL
Bust	85 cm (33 1/2″)	89 cm (35″)	93 cm (36 1/2″)	97 cm (38″)	101 cm (39 1/2″)	105 cm (41″)	109 cm (42 1/2″)
Waist	64 cm (25 1/2″)	68 cm (27″)	72 cm (28 1/2″)	76 cm (30″)	80 cm (31 1/2″)	84 cm (33″)	88 cm (34 1/2″)
Hips	94 cm (36 1/2″)	96 cm (38″)	100 cm (39 1/2″)	104 cm (41″)	108 cm (42 1/2″)	112 cm (44″)	116 cm (45 1/2″)

Finished garment measurements

Ease is included in the measurements below to make the garment larger than the body.

	XS	S	S/M	M	M/L	L	XL
Bust	89 cm (35 1/4″)	93 cm (36 3/4″)	97 cm (38 1/4″)	101 cm (39 3/4″)	105 cm (41 1/4″)	109 cm (42 3/4″)	113 cm (44 1/4″)
Length	68 cm (26 7/8″)	69 cm (27 1/4″)	70 cm (27 5/8″)	71 cm (28″)	72 cm (28 3/8″)	73 cm (28 3/4″)	74 cm (29 1/8″)
Biceps	33.4 cm (13 1/8″)	34.6 cm (13 5/8″)	35.8 cm (14 1/8″)	37 cm (14 5/8″)	38.2 cm (15 1/8″)	39.4 cm (15 5/8″)	40.6 cm (16 1/8″)

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Sewing Notes

Here are some tips we recommend for a successful sewing project:

Fit and style

• Choose a size based on your bust. Take a look at the body measurements chart to guide you.
• To get your bust size, measure around the fullest part of your chest. Take a nice deep breath before you check the number just to make sure the measuring tape isn’t too tight. You want it snug, but not squeezing you.
• On the finished garment measurements chart, see how long the garment is and if it’ll work for your height. It’s a good idea to compare the length with something similar you already own. Just keep in mind it has a curved hemline, so the length should be comfy enough to tuck it in!
• If you need to adapt the length of your garment to your height, check this helpful tutorial here!

Fabrics

• Choose from a wide range of fabrics, from fluid and silky to more structured and crisp. The choice depends on the silhouette you want to achieve, but avoid fabrics that are too heavy, as they can make the seams bulky.
• Choose a lightweight interfacing so it doesn’t add bulk to the fabric. Also, grab a color that’ll blend right in with light-colored fabric!

Cutting out

• Preshrink the fabric before you start cutting it out. To do so, wash and dry the same way you would with the finished garment. This means you should also take into account the fabric type and its content.
• Once the fabric is washed and dried, press it to remove all the creases. Be sure that you’ve set your iron to a temperature that is suitable to the fabric. As a rule of thumb, synthetic fibers (acrylic, spandex, polyester…) should be pressed at low heat, and natural fibers (cotton, wool, linen…) should be pressed at high heat.
• When you’re ready to cut into the fabric, fold it lengthwise, right sides together. The fold should not twist and lay flat. If it’s twisting, unfold and fold again, until it lays flat. Then, place the pattern pieces so that the grainline is parallel to the selvages.
• Be sure that you don’t cut the notches too much, they should be about 0.3-0.4 cm long (1/8″). If your fabric frays a lot, you may prefer to mark your notches with a chalk.

Sewing

• This project is intermediate level, making it an excellent choice for those looking to develop their sewing skills further.
• If you’re not sure how to sew buttonholes, be sure to check your sewing machine manual. The process will vary from one machine to another.
• If you’re using topstitching thread, make sure to wind the bobbin with some all-purpose thread that matches the color. And don’t forget to use a needle that’s made for topstitching thread (larger needle size with a wider eye to accommodate thicker threads). Also, you might want to increase the thread tension, so grab a scrap of fabric and give it a test run first.

Good luck with your sewing project!

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