{"id":37544,"date":"2023-06-17T22:26:53","date_gmt":"2023-06-18T02:26:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=37544"},"modified":"2023-06-17T22:26:54","modified_gmt":"2023-06-18T02:26:54","slug":"simple-boat-neck-top-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/simple-boat-neck-top-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Boat Neck Top Pattern &#8211; Simple One Hour Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37809 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1-100x150.jpg 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1-100x150.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This long-sleeved, simple boat top can be made in only one hour &#8211;assuming you have a fully functioning sewing machine. &nbsp;The top is comfortable to wear and very functional. &nbsp;It can be worn in a wide variety of settings and complements all kinds of different looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was a little bit annoyed while making this top. &nbsp;As you know, I took a few weeks off to go to Europe looking for inspiration.&nbsp; I brought with me one of those hand-held sewing machines and was planning to share with you 4 or 5 projects made with it, so in case you ever needed to make something on the go, you could do the same thing.&nbsp; Sadly, I didn't check to see if the machine actually worked!&nbsp; So I didn't manage to get any use out of the thing at all. &nbsp;If anyone has had any success with a machine like <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2gfIrOn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">THIS<\/a>, I'd certainly love to hear about it in the comments below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top\" class=\"wp-image-37811 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top\" class=\"wp-image-37811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5160-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After many attempts trying to make the machine work, I decided to take it apart and finally managed to sew a little.&nbsp; However, the tension was never good enough to make anything that I would be happy to wear. &nbsp;Needless to say, the machine ended in the rubbish bin. &nbsp;That was plan A. On to plan B, sew by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I decided to try to answer the question: &#8220;Can you really sew knit by hand?&#8221; &nbsp;And if so, what stitch is the best? As it turns out, I had to use a combination of a back stitch and a running stitch but it seemed to come out OK. &nbsp;The only reason I ended sewing the simple boat neck top pattern by hand is that I packed the wrong pile of clothes. &nbsp;More on that later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Your Consideration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a beginner and afraid of knits? &nbsp;I hope you read this article about <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-stretchy-knits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sewing Stretchy Knits<\/a> first before you proceed any further. Understanding knits and the types there are is a crucial step in buying the right fabric for your project.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37813 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-scaled.jpg 1707w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 433px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 433\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5114-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The simple boat neck top pattern is really easy to make. &nbsp;I used a linen jersey knit with a very appropriate print of the map of the world. &nbsp;(Please see the image below.) &nbsp;You can use rayon, cotton or a combination of all, soft and drapey is best since the sleeves are&nbsp;kimono style. &nbsp;I love this top since it is very easy to make and even easier to wear with a pair of jeans,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/culottes-tutorial-for-summer-time-glamour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">culottes<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/making-a-pencil-skirt-sloper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pencil skirt<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I got back home, I made another one for this tutorial which you can see above. &nbsp;This time I only used a small stitch on my serger with no hemming was required. In total it took me 35 minutes to make this top.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37815 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-scaled.jpg 1707w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 433px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 433\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/IMG_5102-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Materials:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>1 3\/4&#8243; yard of <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2vFedb2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rayon jersey knit<\/a> or soft <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2fH7FES\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ribbed knit<\/a> 60&#8243; wide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>thread to match<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fabric Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact fabric I used is on the right side of this selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\"><br \/>\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"true\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"soseea-20\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_title = \"My Amazon Picks\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"eb4f66a5e29ae24866b6f363abd8cf50\";<br \/>\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B01FL6TVRA,B072QDVHBM,B01N9LVGB6,B00CH400JS\";<br \/>\n<\/script><br><script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optional Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2vzSR0q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">jersey needle #70<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sewing machine (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>serger (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finished Garment Measurements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Size<\/td><td>Width<\/td><td>Length<\/td><td>Hips<\/td><td>Wrist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>S<\/td><td>52&#8243;<\/td><td>22 3\/4&#8243;<\/td><td>35&#8243;<\/td><td>8&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>M<\/td><td>52 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>23&#8243;<\/td><td>36&#8243;<\/td><td>9&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>L<\/td><td>53&#8243;<\/td><td>23 1\/4&#8243;<\/td><td>37&#8243;<\/td><td>10&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>XL<\/td><td>52 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>23 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>38&#8243;<\/td><td>11&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2XL<\/td><td>54 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>24&#8243;<\/td><td>39 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>12 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3XL<\/td><td>55 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>25&#8243;<\/td><td>41 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><td>14 1\/2&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pattern Download<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We will continue using the new Payhip web store to distribute our patterns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our patterns are still free, but now you have the option of making a small contribution if you like our work! We'd appreciate it, and it will help us keep going with new and fun designs like this.&nbsp;Even a dollar or two&nbsp;<strong>goes a long way.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks so much in advance for helping us out.&nbsp; You can use any credit card, and you don't need a Paypal account, although you can use one if you have one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-pink-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/payhip.com\/b\/837w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pattern Layout<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"415\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-500x415.png\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37723 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-500x415.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-300x249.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-768x638.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-1536x1276.png 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-2048x1701.png 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-150x125.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/415;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-500x415.png\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-500x415.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-300x249.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-768x638.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-1536x1276.png 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-2048x1701.png 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Boatneck-knitted-top-150x125.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">How to Sew the Simple Boat Neck Top Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For best results, prewash your fabric and dry and then leave the fabric resting on a table overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are only two pieces to this simple boat neck top pattern. &nbsp;The boat neck neckline allowed me to make just one pattern piece and use it both as front and back. &nbsp;That is the reason you must use a very soft and drapey&nbsp;fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a four thread overlocker, go ahead and sew the top with the overlocker and seal or clean all the seam allowances including the wrists and hemline. &nbsp;Please note the seam allowance is 1\/4&#8243; for all seams. &nbsp;It is perfectly fine not to hem this top, but for that, you will need to change the serger to a smaller stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step One: Sew the Arms and Shoulders<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"379\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-500x379.png\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37726 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-500x379.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-300x227.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-768x582.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-1536x1164.png 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-2048x1552.png 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-150x114.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/379;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-500x379.png\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-500x379.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-300x227.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-768x582.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-1536x1164.png 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-2048x1552.png 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Untitled-2-150x114.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Place the back print side up. &nbsp;Align the&nbsp;front on the top print side down. &nbsp;Prints are together. &nbsp;Sewing along the arms and shoulders as indicated in the diagram showing location 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step Two: Sew the Sides<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"409\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-500x409.png\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37727 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-500x409.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-300x246.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-768x629.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-1536x1257.png 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-2048x1676.png 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-150x123.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/409;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"409\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-500x409.png\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-500x409.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-300x246.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-768x629.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-1536x1257.png 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-2048x1676.png 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/12-150x123.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sew the sides making sure you do not stretch the fabric when you are sewing. &nbsp;Sew along the seams indicated in the diagram showing location 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step Three: Sew the Boat Neck to Seal the Fabric Edge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to seal the seam is with the use of your serger using a small to medium stitch. &nbsp;This will depend on your serger. &nbsp;Take a picture of your current settings. &nbsp;Then, &nbsp;practice on a fabric scrap before you decide to serge the top. &nbsp;If you don't have a serger, use your sewing machine with a small zigzag. &nbsp;If you're doing this project by hand, you can use a running stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step Four: Sew the Wrists Hem to Seal the Fabric Edge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the same as the neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step Five: Sew the Hem to Seal the Fabric Edge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the same as the neck and wrists.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"151\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Helpful_tips.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32501 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 150px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 150\/151;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"151\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Helpful_tips.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32501\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If your machine has a stretch stitch use it to make the hems at the neck, wrists, and bottom. &nbsp;Try the stitch on a scrap of fabric. &nbsp;If your fabric curls use a walking foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are using ITY knit the need for a zigzag or the use of the overlocker is not really necessary since this type of fabric does not ravel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I made this top by hand, but you don't have to. &nbsp;Use your sewing machine and in <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/1-hour-sewing-projects-150-fun-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">under an hour<\/a> you will have a top to wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I know what you are thinking by now, why did I? &nbsp;Remember when I mentioned I packed the wrong pile of clothes? Two days before traveling I usually make three piles of clothes: &nbsp;The Yes Pile, the Maybe Pile and Probably Not Pile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Yes Pile has toiletries, makeup, jewelry, a light trench coat, a cardigan, socks and a very large silk scarf that can be worn as a top. &nbsp;One pencil skirt, three blouses, a pair of jeans, one pair of walking shorts one long summer dress, one short black dress, and one in a &#8220;current fashion&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Maybe Pile contains things I like that might not be practical. Wedge sandals, stilettos, miniskirt, tight jersey knit dresses, white crispy tops, trendy tops in none natural fibers, dry cleanable dresses and pants, &nbsp;tight outfits that I can wear if I fast for two days. &nbsp;Spaghetti strap silk tops and dresses, pencil skirts in light colors. I think you get the picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Probably Not Pile is everything I love but&nbsp;probably can't wear because I have put on weight or it is inappropriate. &nbsp;Thick fabrics or too dressy for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, I ended up taking only the Maybe Pile. &nbsp;I could make things work, but I was freezing in the cold of the Helsinki summer and cooking in the 105+ degrees (40+ degrees C) heat of Spain. &nbsp;Dressing in layers saved the day and this is one of the tops that kept me warm during the very long, cold and windy days&nbsp;of the Baltic Region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am back home now and have since made another simple boat neck top which you can see in this tutorial. &nbsp;This time I only used three threads&nbsp;and a small stitch on my serger with no hemming required. &nbsp;It took me only 35 minutes to make this top and I'm sure you too can make on in under an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hope you enjoy it. Until Next time!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"84\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Pin-Me.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23941 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Pin-Me.jpg 275w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Pin-Me-150x46.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 275px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 275\/84;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"84\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Pin-Me.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Pin-Me.jpg 275w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Pin-Me-150x46.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37810 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1-100x150.jpg 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1.jpg\" alt=\"simple boat neck top pattern\" class=\"wp-image-37810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2-1-100x150.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode399Html\" style=\"float: none; text-align: left;\"><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This long-sleeved, simple boat top can be made in only one hour &#8211;assuming you have a fully functioning sewing machine. &nbsp;The top is comfortable to wear and very functional. &nbsp;It can be worn in a wide variety of settings and complements all kinds of different looks. 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