Bella Loves Patterns Cologne Blouse

Buy the Cologne Blouse sewing pattern from Bella Loves Patterns. Cologne is a stylish loose-fit blouse with drop shoulder seams. It has lantern-shaped sleeves in two lengths, a short version and a 3/4 length for a more dramatic look. The sleeves have deep pleats at the top and double elastic cuffs.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Light to medium-weight woven shirtings such as poplin, chambray, tencel and linen. They will hold the shape of the pleats best and be comfortable to wear.

Fabric requirements: 

115 cm (45″) wide fabric: View A, 2.1 m (2.3 yd) // View B, 2.1 – 2.3 m (2.3 – 2.5 yd).

150 cm (58″) wide fabric: View A, 1.4 – 1.5 m (1.6 – 1.7 yd) // View B, 1.5 – 1.6 m (1.7 – 1.8 yd).

Sizing: UK 6 – 20 (approx. UK 6 – 18, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

This pattern is drafted for a B cup model who is 165 cm (5’4″) tall. If you wish to alter the length, you can use the marked lines to lengthen or shorten the pattern pieces.

Notions: Lightweight fusible interfacing; six 1 cm buttons; 150 cm (59″) of 1 cm (3/8″) or 1.5 cm (5/8″) elastic; safety pin; thread.

PDF pattern includes: Step-by-step instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (32 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets). This pattern has layers, so you can print just the size(s) you need.

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