CLARA BOW BLOUSE • Pattern

NOW & THEN PATTERNS by TIL THE SUN GOES DOWN, the Clara Bow Blouse is a paper sewing pattern.

Garment Details: A super cute blouse pattern with a feel of the 1920s or 30s about it. It’s a versatile pattern with yoke and bow feature. There are double darts on the bust and on the waist front and back. A feature side opening is secured with four buttons. You have the three sleeve options - short straight, short gathered onto cuff band and long straight. There are also facings for a no sleeve version. The overall fit is shaped but not tight. It finished below the waist and can be either tucked in or left out.

Inspiration can be found at #ClaraBowBlouse

Sizing: This is a multi-size pattern, including sizes 8-18. Sizing guide, finished garment measurements and fabric requirements can be found here.

Fabric Suggestions: Almost any fabric will work with this pattern as long as it's not too heavy. Cottons, silks, viscose/Tencel, voile.

Trims required: Matching thread, buttons x 4, handkerchief or brooch for the centre front (optional) & lightweight interfacing for button plaquets & cuffs.

Skill Level: Intermediate.

The paper pattern comes carefully packaged in an envelope together with a step-by-step assembly instructions. 

Photo credits: Til The Sun Goes Down.