digital nittany top sewing pattern

Itch to Stitch Digital Patterns

This style is provided as a digital pattern. It may be printed on home printers that use either 8 1/2" x 11" or A4 paper or at a print shop that can print A0-sized pattern sheets. When you complete your order, you will be provided with a unique code to instantly download the pattern. See our digital product policy for full details.

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Description

If you are looking for a lightweight, breathable and flattering garment for the summer, look no further than the Nittany Top. There is something extra sweet about a pleated neckline, and you can choose to add the keyhole for even more interest. An optional sash allows you to cinch the top at the waist, but it will look super cute if you skip the sash and wear a belt with it. Alternatively, tuck (or half-tuck) the top in your favorite jeans for a casual look.

Nittany Top features:

• Options for cup sizes
• Options for cup sizes
• Pleated round neckline
• Optional keyhole at the center front neckline
• Short sleeves
• Shirttail hem
• Optional Sash
• Partially-lined in the front
• Designed for lightweight woven fabric

Sizes: 00 – 40

Suggested Fabrics

Primary Fabric: Lightweight, non-stretch, woven fabric with some drape, such as viscose/cotton blend, viscose/linen blend, rayon challis, georgette, silk, satin, crepe, chambray and batik.

Lining: Very light-weight, non-stretch, woven fabric such as voile and batiste. It can be the same as the primary fabric.

Size Chart, Finished Measurements, and Fabric Requirements

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Choosing your Size

• Determine your cup size—subtract the circumference of your over bust from the circumference of the fullest part of your bust. If the rounded difference is 1″ (2.5 cm), use A cup; 2″ (5 cm), use B cup; 3″ (7.5 cm), use C cup; 4″ (10 cm), use D cup; 5″ (12.5 cm), use DD cup.
• After determining the cup size, compare your bust circumference (fullest part) to the “Body Measurements” table. Using the corresponding row for your cup, choose the size that best fits your bust. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
• Compare your waist circumference (narrowest part) to the “Body Measurements” table. Choose the size that best fits your waist. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
• Compare your hip circumference (widest part) to the “Body Measurements” table. Choose the size that fits your hip best. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
• It’s OK to use different sizes for the bust, waist and hip. The instructions for blending sizes are included in the pattern.
• If you are taller or shorter than 5’6” (168 cm), you should consider lengthening or shortening the garment. The instructions for lengthening or shortening are included in the pattern.
• It is highly recommended that you check your fit by making a test garment with inexpensive fabric that has similar weight as your final garment fabric.