Buy the M7985 Tops and Trousers sewing pattern from McCall’s. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner/intermediate dressmaker. The very loose-fitting top and tunics have a self faced yoke with forward shoulder, upper and lower fronts with inside casing for drawstring, neckband, front button closing and narrow hems. A, C: Sleeves. B: Bias tape armhole finish, purchased trim. B, C: Shaped hem, wrong side shows. C: Collar and side slits. The straight-legged, semi-fitted pull-on pants have an elasticised waist, side seam pockets and stitched hems.
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:
- PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK over £50)
Suggested fabrics: Linen, cotton blends, crepes, poplin.
Note: Fabric requirement allows for nap, one-way design or shading. Extra fabric may be needed to match design or for shrinkage.
Sizing: B5 (8-10-12-14-16), RR (18W-20W-22W-24W), approx. UK sizes B5 (6 – 12), RR (14/16 – 20/22). Please check the size charts and finished garment measurements.
Notions: A, B, C: Four 5/8" (1.5 cm) buttons // B: 2 yds. (1.9 m) of 5/8" (1.5 cm) flat lace trim, one pkg. 1/2" (1.3 cm) bias tape // D: 2 yds. (1.9 m) of 1" (2.5 cm) elastic.
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