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Bias Shift Top: A Minimal Waste PDF Sewing Pattern

$16.00

The Bias Shift Top is a uniquely constructed, minimal-waste design that transforms a single square of fabric into a beautifully draping bias-cut top.

This pattern offers two distinct views for effortless everyday wear: View 1 features a cinched front waist for a defined silhouette, while View 2 offers a classic, simple style.

The innovative construction creates the illusion of raglan sleeves, and the bias cut ensures exceptional comfort and movement. For optimal drape, lightweight, fluid fabrics are recommended.

The Bias Shift Top's design utilizes zero-waste pattern-cutting techniques and features interlocking pattern pieces that come together to create a whole. While the goal of designing a zero-waste sewing pattern is to use all the required fabric, the Bias Shift Top is designed with minimal waste to accommodate a wide range of sizes.

  • Minimal Waste PDF sewing pattern that utilizes zero-waste drafting techniques

  • Two views

  • Size Range:

    • Bust: 30″-64″ (76.2-162.6cm)

    • Waist: 24”-58” (61-147.3cm)

    • Hip: 32”-66” (81.3-167.6cm)

  • Fully illustrated instruction booklet

  • Printable pattern layouts (print-at-home and copyshop/A0)

  • Dimensioned pattern layouts to draft directly to the fabric

  • Projector files

  • Skill Level: Intermediate

This product listing is for a digital download, not a physical product. This pattern is for personal use only and cannot be shared or sold. Garments made from this pattern cannot be sold.

Thank you for your support! - Emily

The Bias Shift Top is a uniquely constructed, minimal-waste design that transforms a single square of fabric into a beautifully draping bias-cut top.

This pattern offers two distinct views for effortless everyday wear: View 1 features a cinched front waist for a defined silhouette, while View 2 offers a classic, simple style.

The innovative construction creates the illusion of raglan sleeves, and the bias cut ensures exceptional comfort and movement. For optimal drape, lightweight, fluid fabrics are recommended.

The Bias Shift Top's design utilizes zero-waste pattern-cutting techniques and features interlocking pattern pieces that come together to create a whole. While the goal of designing a zero-waste sewing pattern is to use all the required fabric, the Bias Shift Top is designed with minimal waste to accommodate a wide range of sizes.

  • Minimal Waste PDF sewing pattern that utilizes zero-waste drafting techniques

  • Two views

  • Size Range:

    • Bust: 30″-64″ (76.2-162.6cm)

    • Waist: 24”-58” (61-147.3cm)

    • Hip: 32”-66” (81.3-167.6cm)

  • Fully illustrated instruction booklet

  • Printable pattern layouts (print-at-home and copyshop/A0)

  • Dimensioned pattern layouts to draft directly to the fabric

  • Projector files

  • Skill Level: Intermediate

This product listing is for a digital download, not a physical product. This pattern is for personal use only and cannot be shared or sold. Garments made from this pattern cannot be sold.

Thank you for your support! - Emily

    • Bias-cut

    • Gathered front waist (View 1)

    • Split hem

    • Slit shoulder opening

    • Visible bias-bound neckline and sleeve openings

    • Clean interior finishes

    • Zero-waste pattern cutting

    • Drafting pattern directly to fabric

    • Cutting fabric on the bias

    • Run and felled seams

    • Clean finished seams

    • Visible bias-bound finishes

  • Size and Fit:

    Bias Shift Top Size Selection and Finished Garment Measurements

    Fabric Requirements:

    Bias Shift Top Fabric Requirements

    Emily is wearing Size C throughout the product photos. Her measurements are 35"/30"/40" at 5'4" tall. The samples are made from fabric from Loom and Stars.

    If you need help selecting a size, please reach out to emily@goldfinch.design.

  • The pattern layouts are provided in three formats:

    • Dimensioned pattern layouts to draft directly to the fabric

    • Printable pattern layouts (print-at-home and copyshop/A0)

    • Projector files

    Along with the pattern layouts, the digital PDF sewing pattern also includes a fully illustrated instruction booklet, printing instructions, and drafting instructions. After purchase, you will receive an email with your downloadable files. These files must be opened and downloaded/saved on a desktop or laptop computer.