French Navy Stratus Top

Buy the Stratus Top sewing pattern from French Navy. Stratus is a versatile woven top with a comfortable fit, V-neckline, and set-in sleeves.  Make it up in a flowy print and include the optional tie detail for a summery, feminine look. Or omit the tie and opt for a more structured, solid fabric for a minimalist take on this versatile pattern.

Sewing level: Confident beginner

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 fabrics such as viscose, cotton, chambray, linen, linen/viscose blend, cotton poplin and the like.

Fabric requirements: 

115 cm (45") wide fabric: Sizes A-G, 1.5 m (1.7 yd) // Sizes H-N, 2 m (2.2 yd).

150 cm (59") wide fabric: Sizes A-G, 1.2 m (1.4 yd) // Sizes H-N, 1.5 m (1.7 yd).

Sizing: A – N (approx. UK 6/8 – 34, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

The pattern is drafted for a height of 171 cm (5'7") and a B cup. If you are significantly taller or shorter, you can adjust the pattern using the LENGTHEN/SHORTEN lines on the pattern pieces.

Notions: Lightweight fusible interfacing.

PDF pattern includes: Step-by-step instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (23 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (1 sheet) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: Yes.

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