geneva v-neck blouse sewing pattern
This classic blouse includes a little twist! In addition to the elegant, deep-but-not-revealing V neck, the classic shirt-tail hem, and the center-back pleat, this pattern includes two sleeve options: a 3/4-length lantern sleeve and a gentle 3/4-length bell sleeve. This pattern includes cup sizes to help you get a great fit.
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Description
This classic blouse includes a little twist! In addition to the elegant, deep-but-not-revealing V neck, the classic shirt-tail hem, and the center-back pleat, this pattern includes two sleeve options: a 3/4-length lantern sleeve and a gentle 3/4-length bell sleeve. This pattern includes cup sizes to help you get a great fit.
Suggested Fabrics
This pattern works best with a variety of light- to medium-weight woven fabrics including quilting cotton, voile, lawn, shirting, poplin, broadcloth, denim, linen, and flannel.
Notions
Coordinating thread, featherweight fusible interfacing, seven 7/16" buttons.
Fabric Guide
size 0 2 4 6 8 10 View A, 44" Fabric 2 1/2 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 3 yards 3 yards 3 yards View A, 58" Fabric 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards View B, 44" Fabric 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards View B, 58" Fabric 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards
size 12 14 16 18 20 View A, 44" Fabric 3 yards 4 1/4 yards 4 1/4 yards 4 1/4 yards 4 1/4 yards View A, 58" Fabric 2 1/4 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards View B, 44" Fabric 2 3/4 yards 3 yards 3 yards 3 yards 3 1/4 yards View B, 58" Fabric 2 1/4 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards Finished Measurements
size 0 2 4 6 8 10 Bust, A/B Cup 34 1/2" 35 1/2" 36 1/2" 37 1/2" 38 1/2" 39 1/2" Bust, C Cup 35 1/2" 36 1/2" 37 1/2" 38 1/2" 39 1/2" 40 1/2" Bust, D Cup 36 1/2" 37 1/2" 38 1/2" 39 1/2" 40 1/2" 41 1/2" Waist 36 1/2" 37 1/2" 38 1/2" 39 1/2" 40 1/2" 41 1/2" Hip 39" 40" 41" 42" 43" 44" Length* 27 1/4" 27 1/2" 27 3/4" 28" 28 1/4" 28 1/2"
size 12 14 16 18 20 Bust, A/B Cup 41" 42 1/2" 44 1/2" 46 1/2" 48 1/2" Bust, C Cup 42" 43 1/2" 45 1/2" 47 1/2" 49 1/2" Bust, D Cup 43" 44 1/2" 46 1/2" 48 1/2" 50 1/2" Waist 43" 44 1/2" 46 1/2" 48 1/2" 50 1/2" Hip 45 1/2" 47" 49" 51" 53" Length* 28 3/4" 29" 29 1/4" 29 1/2" 29 3/4"
* Measured from shoulder at neck.
English System Pattern
SizeBust
(in.)Waist
(in.)Hips
(in.)0 32 1/2" 25" 35" 2 33 1/2" 26" 36" 4 34 1/2" 27" 37" 6 35 1/2" 28" 38" 8 36 1/2" 29" 39" 10 37 1/2" 30" 40" 12 39" 31 1/2" 41 1/2" 14 40 1/2" 33" 43" 16 42" 34 1/2" 44 1/2" 18 44" 36 1/2" 46 1/2" 20 46" 38 1/2" 48 1/2" Metric System Pattern
SizeBust
(cm)Waist
(cm)Hips
(cm)0 83 64 89 2 85 66 92 4 88 69 94 6 90 71 97 8 93 74 99 10 95 76 102 12 99 80 106 14 103 84 109 16 107 88 113 18 112 93 118 20 117 98 123 Average rating: (4.9 of 5) based on 11 reviews
Great pattern sized wellI was very happy with this pattern. Having the larger bust adjustment worked well, and fit was perfect. Pattern instructions were good. After reading blogs, I altered the 1st 2 tops I made. I had cotton fabric, and ended up cutting the bottom straight. I can tuck in, or wear boxy. I brought the back pleat closer to the waist, so it wouldn't look so full in the back. I also eliminated button holes, and sewed buttons through facing since it slips on easily. On the 2nd top, I made shorter sleeves. I love the lantern sleeve on the 1st top. I will find a silkier fabric for next version and keep it long.2 of 2 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Geneva v neck blouseI have the pdf version of this pattern. Before I say anything else may I say how much I appreciate the tiles (select only the size you want to make !)… also the scissor icon indicating which paper piece to cut off. It made it so easy. I then made a toile in calico - which I loved - made one sleeve from each view to see which I preferred but I still think I need to go up a size (or 2!) to get a fabulous fit ( I’m a bit chunkier than I’d like to be at the moment) … so I’ve printed off the next round of sizing to make a second toile. One of the other things I like is the tips which are included in the pattern instructions ( do this because …) it soothes my enquiring mind. Watch this space for updates. I already have about 3 versions planned.1 of 1 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Nice unique feature for a blouseI am almost finished making this blouse in a print cotton voile. The instructions are so easy to follow to obtain professional looking results. Also the fit is great. The sleeves are so unique and cute. I look forward to wearing it.1 of 1 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Have already made two of these blousesOnce again, a main reason for purchasing this pattern was to avoid the FBA. The cup sizing makes all the difference to the fit. I've now made two of these blouses with the bell sleeves, one in a flowy polyester cotton mix and one in a drapey, fine, floral jersey. I love them both. Although the V-neck looks quite low when the blouses are on a hanger, the depth is actually perfect - even for a D-cup. The only downside: sewing seven tiny buttonholes! My old Bernina couldn't cope and I had to sew all 14 by hand. (I may use snaps next time.)2 of 2 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Can’t wait to make this.I was absolutely impressed with how quick my pattern arrived from the USA to Australia, I tracked it constantly. Unfortunately, I have only managed to cut out the paper pattern, but am getting close to making a toile (Aussie speak). Thank you, will let you know how my garment turns out.Was this helpful?Can't wait to wear this!I just finished my first Leisl & Co pattern. I made Geneva V-neck blouse with lantern sleeves. I found the directions to be clear and easy to follow. I'm thrilled to find a pattern with the C and D cup options. I was a little clumsy fitting the side seams together, but I figured it out. I plan to make this again with the bell sleeve in a linen fabric.4 of 4 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Thoughtfully Engineered PatternI just completed the “Geneva” blouse with lantern sleeves. The instructions are clear and I love the C-cup adjustments. The front fits beautifully, but the back is a little snug. I probably should have sized up to a 12. All in all, it turned out beautifully and I’m really proud of the results.7 of 7 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?My new favourite blouse!This pattern is lovely and I love how all the pieces fit together perfectly. The instructions are very clear and I had the blouse finished in just a few hours. The only part I struggled with was putting the PDF pattern together, but once I figured it out, it was quick to assemble. I'm definitely going to sew another blouse with the bell sleeve soon!5 of 5 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Terrific blouse patternLove this blouse, and this pattern company! Pattern is well drafted, love the shaped sleeve and the shirttail hem. Recommend using a relatively drape fabric.8 of 8 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Easy to follow directionsThere are so many companies out there now and I've tried several since taking up sewing clothing again. It's been 25 years or more since I sewed my own clothes. So far your Geneva V-neck Blouse pattern had the best, the very best, instructions. They were so clear. I made the blouse out of flannel and it fits!! Thank you for this good experience.12 of 12 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?Lovely blouseI toiled this in a slightly less drapey fabric which gave a fairly sculptural sleeve, which I felt I was less keen on. The fit was excellent as was the drafting. I shortened the body but that is normal for me. The completed blouse was made in a black spotted viscose and has been worn multiple times already. I did find the instructions overly complex and the images a bit small . I would also have like to see more variation included in the pattern to make it better value for money.10 of 13 customers found this helpful.Was this helpful?In this video, Liesl introduces you to the Geneva V-Neck Blouse pattern.
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