Detailed Sewing Tutorial For A Beginner : Simple Linen Top, Bias Binding Neckline【Free Pattern】

How to sew a simple linen top for a beginner sewist. I designed a simple top with no zipper, no buttons, no set-in sleeves and no collar. The neckline opening is modest but just big enough to put your head through without any opening (my head is about 22.5” circumference)

I tweaked the pattern a little since I filmed the video, so the actual pattern will look slightly different, but the finished project should be the same as you see in the video. Also, after tweaking the pattern, pattern page 15 & 16 became empty pages, so skip these two pages when printing if you want to save some paper.

The pattern comes only in one size, which is designed for 34”-36” bust, but it can be worn by a smaller person as a loose-fit garment.

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Other things you can make with this pattern:

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00:00 Intro
00:25 How To Use The Downloadable Pattern
02:02 Cutting Pattern
03:13 Cutting Fabric
07:23 Pre-sewing Ironing
09:37 Stretching Bias Strips
10:26 Putting Main Pieces Together
15:40 Binding the Neckline
23:23 Finished Top

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[CupcakeCottage]

Finally! Someone who shows, in detail, how to do everything. Thank you! I just printed out the pattern and it was so easy to put together, using the window method. Figures, if someone who’s teaching, a video is very thorough and precise then the pattern will be the same way. Love it so far!

[Empress]

folding the corners of the pattern is literally genius haha thank you for that tip!!

[BritInvLvr]

This was one of the best instructional videos I’ve ever seen. You not only are clear and concise but you also explain any pitfalls we might run into and how to avoid them. New subscriber.

[susangunn]

Love that you use linen. The BEST fabric. So light and airy.
Love this classy top

[theseamstressatthecottage]

I had such a giggle when you got to the point on the bias binding and it was the wrong way around! I hate it when that happens and it is comforting to know that i am not the only one!

[nalodailec]

My word, that was an excellent tutorial. It was beautifully filmed and full of helpful hints and tips. Absolutely inspirational showing how to overcome errors. Thank you and good luck for the future.

[carolkothmann]

You are an excellent teacher. Thank you so much for this video.

[helenweatherby]

This is one of the best tutorials I have seen. Thank you. So many useful tips in it.

[mam]

I just printed this pattern and will cut the fabric next. It's been close to 30 years since my last garment project so i feel like a newbie in garments sewing. I am excited. I will post how it turn out soon.Thanks for sharing this tutorial.

[levinnedayrit]

I LOVE that this tutorial also includes how to tape the pattern! Thank you! ♥️♥️♥️

[MandyWilliams-gq]

Have just made this using the pattern provided. Your step by step guide was just fantastic and I even found I had made the same mistake with the binding having been joined the wrong way around. Thank you so much and I look forward to seeing more videos of yours

[elizabetht]

That was a brilliant fix on the Bias tape at the neckline. You are great. Anxious to make this top. Thank you for the pattern. Very enjoyable video tutorial.

[favorablejourney]

This is exactly what I have been looking for, thank you! I am absolutely new at sewing and linen and this helps so much!

[hojudeak]

I made this beautiful blouse for my daughter. She loves it. I am really looking forward to seeing my daughter wearing this blouse upcoming summer. Many Thanks from Australia Sachi~ ❤

[dismutased]

Thank you for this simple pattern and instructional video I as a beginner can follow!

[rhondabeckwith]

Great video! Very easy to understand your explanation. Also liked that you left in your mistake and showed how you repaired it. I probably would have un picked the entire bias edge. I'm going g to try making. Love the simple comfy look. Thank you.

[inesmenge]

Thank you soooo much for this encouraging video. I’m totally new to sewing, never dared to sew really, since it felt so complicated. You made this all cristal clear and it was easy to sew along with you. I’m more than happy with the result and will repeat it soon. Thanks for creating this tutorial and I would love to have more beginner friendly tutorials if possible… 😍

[correzecyclingholidays]

Really excellent tutorial. You cover everything in so much detail that it gives so much confidence to the viewer. Great tip changing the seam allowance on the arm to fix the wobble in the fabric. Thank you!

[gladtidingsall]

I’m a newbie sewer and I’m glad you show how to put the pattern together and show how to place it on the fabric! Love how you explain every detail! Thanks so much! I’m definitely going to cut and sew one!

[anneoconnorao]

You have a beautiful teaching style and you do beautiful work!! Thanks for this video!!