{"id":8044,"date":"2023-09-17T05:00:05","date_gmt":"2023-09-17T09:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=8044"},"modified":"2023-09-17T05:00:09","modified_gmt":"2023-09-17T09:00:09","slug":"gathered-front-top-pattern-free-sewing-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/gathered-front-top-pattern-free-sewing-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Gathered Front Top Pattern &#8211; Free Sewing Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8045 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22-150x150.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I've just taken up Yoga and wanted to sew some simple exercise wear, and in so doing not only did I create a great fitted top for wearing to the gym, but also a great top to wear every day. &nbsp;Make it a size smaller for a fitted finish for exercise wear, as the red version above, or make the next size up for a looser fit for wearing to work &#8211; see the print version below. &nbsp;Looks great under a jacket. &nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please enjoy this&nbsp;<strong>free gathered front top pattern<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Easy to sew sleeveless top with princess seams front and back and a gathered front bodice on one side.&nbsp; Front panel is reversible so you can choose to have the gathers on either side, or make one of each!&nbsp; Sewn using an easy turn and sew method, suitable for beginners.&nbsp; For stretch knit fabrics only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Princess seams front and back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Range of sizes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shaped to be flattering and look slimming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gathering on one side<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make it fitted for exercise wear or a little looser for everyday wear &#8211; depending on how you like it!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Skill level:<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><strong>Beginner<\/strong>. &nbsp;The instructions for this top assume that you already have basic experience in sewing with stretch fabrics and making basic fitting adjustments necessary in any pattern to achieve a good personal fit.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">If you want to learn more about tips and t<\/span>echniques for sewing with Knit Fabrics, please read this article we published on <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-stretchy-knits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sewing with stretchy knits<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-so-sew-easy wp-block-embed-so-sew-easy\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"OfhwfCss77\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-stretchy-knits\/\">Sewing With Stretchy Knits<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Sewing With Stretchy Knits&#8221; &#8212; So Sew Easy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-stretchy-knits\/embed\/#?secret=s3vLvAbnKb#?secret=OfhwfCss77\" data-secret=\"OfhwfCss77\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Useful tutorials.&nbsp;<\/b>You can find a range of useful sewing tutorials and videos at So Sew Easy \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/my-tutorials\/\">tutorials page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8047 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31-150x150.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage31-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To 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\/HhOU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Can I see some more pics before I decide?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Of course you can. &nbsp;Here are some other views. &nbsp;This plain version tends to show off the shaping and gathers better than the print version.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"275\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8048 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42-500x250.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42-150x75.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/275;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"275\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8048\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42-500x250.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage42-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Choosing your fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Only suitable for stretch knit fabrics. &nbsp;Not really suitable for stripes, but plain&nbsp;colors, large or&nbsp;small prints all look great. &nbsp;Pick a light weight fabric with a soft drape for the best results. &nbsp;Heavy weight fabrics won't gather as well.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">What Size Do I Need?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Please use this table as a guide only as although our body measurements may be similar, different body shapes may require fitting differently. &nbsp;Fabrics with different thickness, drape and stretch will also effect the finished result and fit on this top. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bust measurements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Size 1 &#8211; 34 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size 2 &#8211; 36 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size 3 &#8211; 38 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size 4 &#8211; 40 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size 5 &#8211; 42 inches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can measure the paper pattern pieces to determine fit &#8211; want it closer fitting, pick a pattern size closest to your bust measurement. &nbsp;For a looser fit, pick the pattern size including a little more ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">The pattern is fairly simple, so you should be able to upgrade to a larger size if you need to. &nbsp;Always test the fit using the&nbsp;paper&nbsp;pattern&nbsp;pieces, or an&nbsp;inexpensive&nbsp;test&nbsp;fabric&nbsp;before cutting your&nbsp;expensive&nbsp;fabric&nbsp;for this top. &nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"color: #333333;\">If in doubt test the larger size and adjust for fitting at the side and princess seams during&nbsp;construction.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shareasale.com\/r.cfm?u=1217208 &b=253536&m=29190&afftrack=gatheredtop&urllink=www%2Ecraftsy%2Ecom%2Fpattern%2Fsewing%2Fclothing%2Fgathered%2Dfront%2Dtop%2F80620\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8054 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage-150x150.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Gathered Front Top Sewing Instructions<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><strong>Seam allowances<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 5\/8th of an inch (1.5cm) throughout unless mentioned.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><strong>Abbreviations used<\/strong>: RST &#8211; right sides together.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>This sewing tutorial is also available in video format.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can watch at YouTube \u2013click this video picture to be taken to the tutorial.&nbsp;Once the video starts, you can get a clearer picture by clicking on the little \u2018gear\u2019 icon to select a higher video quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Gathered front top free pattern sewing tutorial\" width=\"730\" height=\"548\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/inGEXIA__24?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<strong>Subscribe to the YouTube channel:<\/strong>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/apis.google.com\/js\/platform.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div class=\"g-ytsubscribe\" data-channel=\"debyatsoseweasy\" data-layout=\"full\" data-count=\"default\"><\/div>\r\n&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><b>Let\u2019s start to sew ! &nbsp;<\/b>(Full step by step instructions included in the pattern download)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8061 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2-488x650.jpg 488w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2-113x150.jpg 113w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/733;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-8061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2-488x650.jpg 488w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage2-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Print and assemble your pattern.&nbsp; Check the size of the test square. Cut out your pattern pieces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pre-wash and iron your fabric according to fabric care instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use your pattern pieces to cut your fabric. Remember to cut the center back piece on the fold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer marking for the gathering area to your front fabric piece and run a long set of basting\/gathering stitches between the marks, \u00bc inch from the edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pin front side panel to gathering side, pinning from top to gathering stitches and from the bottom to the gathering stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull up gathering stitches until this area matches the length of the front side panel.&nbsp; Pin gathers in place.&nbsp; Stitch entire seam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pin and stitch in other front side panel.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8062 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21-488x650.jpg 488w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21-113x150.jpg 113w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/733;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8062\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21.jpg\" alt=\"Free sewing pattern. Gathered front top pattern with princess seams front and back and gathering on one side.\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21-488x650.jpg 488w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/PicMonkey-Collage21-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With RST, pin then stitch the two back side panels to the center back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With RST, pin then stitch ONE shoulder seam. (Optional- If you are using a very stretchy knit, you may wish to stabilize shoulders seams with some clear elastic or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/225739104\/knit-stay-tape-12-inch-wide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stay tape<\/a>.)&nbsp; <i>If you are a confident sewist, you may stitch the other shoulder and side seams and finish the neck and armholes in the round, then finish the bottom hemline.<\/i><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the neck and armhole edge, turn in 5\/8<sup>th<\/sup> inch or 1.5cm to the wrong side and stitch neatly and evenly from the folded edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pin then stitch the other shoulder seam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn in and stitch the remaining armhole edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RST, pin and stitch side seams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try on and check for fit.&nbsp; Make any fitting adjustments necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trim, neaten and finish all of your seams.&nbsp; Press.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the length.&nbsp; Mark where you want your hemline to come, turn up, pin and stitch.&nbsp; You may use a twin needle finish on the bottom hemline, or sew with a \u00bd inch (1.5cm) turn up and a narrow zig-zag stitch.&nbsp; Neaten the seam, trim off any excess fabric and press.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear your finished top, love it and make another!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div id=\"mab-806452\" class=\"magic-action-box mab-type-sales-box mab-id-8064 mabstyle-mab-lead use-mab-button-default mab-fields-layout-default mab-responsive\" data-mabid=\"8064\" data-trackid=\"8064\" data-type=\"sales-box\" data-track=\"1\" ><div class=\"mab-pad mab-wrap mab-aside-left mab-aside-type-image\"><div class=\"mab-aside\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/550;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/PicMonkey-Collage22.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\" width: 200px;\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><div class=\"mab-content\"><div class=\"mab-heading\">Go to the Gathered Front Top Pattern<\/div><div class=\"mab-main-copy\"><p>Sew the Gathered Front Top. \u00a0Easy to sew and flattering too. 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