Easy top sewing patterns for woven fabrics

‘Woven fabrics’ are made by weaving threads together in a grid. They generally aren’t stretchy. Cotton and linen woven fabrics are easy to sew with because they don’t shift and slip as you sew.

Short sleeve loose top (+ video tutorial)

Watch the course on Creative Bug. The pdf pattern (worth $16) is included.

I chose this top because it’s a loose-fitting, boxy shape. Getting the top to fit right will be easier, letting you concentrate on constructing the top.

There’s no separate sleeve piece to sew which I liked for beginners.

I also picked this pattern because it comes with an online video course. The teacher shows you every step, so it’s perfect for beginners. The course includes how to use a pattern, cut fabric, sew the top, make bias binding, sew hems, yokes, and buttons.

In this project, you’ll learn how to finish necklines neatly with ‘bias binding tape’. If you’re new to sewing, I recommend just buying the bias binding rather than making it. It’s quicker and easier. But the course will teach you how to make your own if you want.

You’ll also learn how to fold and sew ‘hems’ (the bottom edges of the top and sleeves).

The course includes 3 ways to change the basic design and learn new skills, like adding buttons to the front. This is optional.

• Sizes: XS – 4XL (bust measurement: 32″ to 53″ / 81cm to 135cm).
• Design: a loose top with short ‘grown on’ sleeves. The neckline is finished with bias binding.
• Stretch/woven fabric? woven (in other words, non-stretch fabric).
• File format: print-at-home pdf file.
• Instructions included? yes, a video course. It has closed caption text.

Short sleeve lounge top (free)

Download now from Peppermint Magazine.

This is a very similar style to the Creative Bug top above, but the neckline is finished with a ‘facing’ instead (a separate piece of fabric).

20 free t-shirt sewing patterns

1. The free Plantain Tee pattern by Deer and Doe includes two sleeves lengths and elbow patches. Comes in women’s S/M/L.

2. This free flared scoop top sewing pattern from Skirt as Top is a women’s S/M size.

4. The Elise Tee from Fine Motor skills is a slouchy tee with a wide neckline in women’s sizes S/M/L.

5. For a fun twist on the classic tee, check out this Knot Front T-shirt from It’s Always Autumn, in size L/XL.

6. The free Jersey Girl tee sewing pattern from Peppermint Mag (scroll down) comes in women’s S/M/L/XL and looks super cute with contrast sleeves!

7. The Hemlock Tee from Grainline Studio is a boxy tee with a dropped shoulder sleeve, in one size fits many.

Fast and Stylish Top Sewing Patterns

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You'll end up with pretty tops you can work into your everyday outfits. Each of these free shirt sewing patterns can be completed in an hour or less! What's better than finding a trendy shirt sewing pattern that's also quick?

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11 Easy Top Sewing Patterns for Beginners (6 FREE PDF’s)

Last time, I researched and shared 30+ free sewing patterns for tops, but many of them were for more advanced sewists.

Here’s my list of the best EASY sewing patterns for tops. I recommend these for beginners who want to start with something simple.

I’ve also found online courses that show you how to make tops. If you’re new to sewing, this will make the process easier for you.

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