Orageuse Helsinki Blouse

Buy the Helsinki Blouse sewing pattern from Orageuse. Helsinki is a loose blouse with a twist detail at the front, long sleeves and buttoned cuffs. It has a deep V-neck framed by a thin collar with triangular notches just above the bust line and at the centre back. The back has gathers under a shoulder yoke. The blouse falls to below the hip line.

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?

What we think: Rachel has made and worn this blouse a lot. It's a little fiddly when constructing, but the end result is really interesting.

Suggested fabrics: Choose a supple woven fabric, light to medium weight. As far as fibres are concerned, viscose, cotton, silk are appropriate. You can opt for crepe or poplin, as well as a flannel that is not too thick. Avoid fabrics that are too soft and weighty which could flatten the pleats instead of accentuating the design.

Fabric requirements: 140 cm (55") wide fabric: 220 - 260 cm (2.4 - 2.8 yd) // 110 cm (43") wide fabric: 280 - 320 cm (3 - 3.5 yd).

Sizing: EU 34 – 46 (approx. UK 6 – 16). Please check the size chart.

Notions: Matching thread; fusible interfacing, 70 cm (27.5") x 130 cm (51") wide; two 1 cm (0.4") buttons; little hook or snap fastener for the front opening.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; pattern files for A0, A4, and US letter size paper.

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