Tessa Sewing Pattern
$14.50 (or 1 credits) $7.25
This woven top sewing pattern is very flattering with bust darts and beautiful draping. There is an inverted box pleat at the base of the back yoke for flowy movement, keyhole detailing, button closure, and two sleeve options ensuring there is something to suit your style.
Instant download digital sewing pattern. Includes sizes XXS-5XL.
Options
- Two sleeve options: sleeveless, and three-quarter length
Features
- Suitable for advanced beginner level
- Bust darts
- Keyhole detail
- Packed with pro tips and expert advice
- Includes full size, print-at-home pattern pieces
- Includes step-by-step tutorial with photos
- Instant-download digital sewing pattern
Suitable for light to medium-weight woven fabric.
You will also need:
- Thread to match
- Bias binding
- Button
A serger or overlocker is optional but not required.
FAQs
How do PDF/ digital patterns work? Simply download, print, and sew. You’ll need a free Adobe Acrobat reader program and any home printer (or a nearby copy shop for A0 printing). Once you’ve printed the pieces, tape or glue them together. You’ll find an easy-to-follow how-to guide inside the pattern instructions, plus support in our Facebook group.
The trim-free pattern comes in A4 or US letter printable sizes and includes full pattern pieces and a detailed tutorial to guide you every step of the way. An A0 format (pattern pieces only) is also included should you wish to have your pattern printed professionally. PDF Layers allow you to select and print only the size/s you want/ need.
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“It all went together beautifully and I love how neat and tidy the top is on the inside – a very professional finish.”
Buy More Credits
Alisha Sparks Adams –
Tessa was a prefect addition for my summer to fall wardrobe. With optional sleeves and a lined bodice, Tessa can be made to suit cool or warm weather. I made my sleeveless version out of a dotted cotton batik. In this fabric it has moderate structure. I plan on making another in viscose or silk for a better drape. I would recommend choosing a size based on your upper bust and making necessary adjustments for the best fit.
Suzanne Schoen –
Great Pattern. Used a mid weight woven fabric and wears great on jeans. Easy to adjust to height, but will make the next one a bit longer. The buste darts work great!
Binky Rotha –
This is a very quick sew, with beautiful results.
Pamela Munnerlyn –
I loved sewing this top. It was easy and the instructions were very clear on how to sew it. I finished it in one day. I will be making more of Tessa
Clare Bowes –
Tessa is a great pattern, easy to follow instructions and options for either french seams (with full instructions on how to) or using an overlocker.
I made size M in georgette fabric, which was a bit tricky (but i haven’t used that type of fabric before, so tip – use a fabric you are used to sewing!)
It is an all round type of top which can be either dressed up for more formal wear or easily worn as a more relaxed top.
Deepthi Gunasheker –
A quick sew. Nice pattern with beautiful finish.
Michelle Mason –
I really enjoyed making this top which is partially lined and that i could use a pretty button for the back. It came together very fast and i love the details at the back with the inverted box pleat and split yoke with button. Al, makes for a very pretty top
Maggie Tamanini –
I found that the pattern was easy enough to follow. The top looks great and is one of the most well constructed garments I have ever made. The French seams were a new technique for me, but it makes everything so clean. I love the back details on Tessa, too. Overall a wonderful experience and I will be making more!
Lisa Lazenby –
The instructions are clear and provide several finishing options which I appreciate. This is a nice woven top pattern that I can see becoming a wardrobe staple!
Elisabeth Busque –
Nice top! Great for business day.
Kirsty Bucholz –
Fabulous pattern with options of no sleeves. Nice and roomy design, so comfortable to wear!
Emilee Elder –
I was a little scared to work on this shirt as 1) I normally work on knits because the stretch is soooo forgiving with fit and 2) I’m currently 8 months pregnant and was scared to attempt such a large grade. However, I loved working on this top. There are a lot of little skills that you’ll either need to know or learn fast (like darts, adding lining, etc) but the steps helped walk through those parts. The length in the front is a little short (even after the height adjustment) but could easily be fixed with a little bit more of a height adjustment to whatever your personal preference is.
Frances Lancaster –
I love several parts of the overall design of the Tessa. The inverted box pleat and back yoke add a lot of style to the back of the top. And I love the shape of both the sleeves and the hemline. I made an XL based on my measurements, but it seems too roomy right at the bust area, so I will make some adjustments. A great fit everywhere else. I really like it and plan to make another!
Erika Donaldson –
I’m in LOVE! This is soo comfortable and looks amazing. I will be making more of these in a variety of different fabrics. A quick and satisfying sew.
Deshai Richardson –
Awesome pattern. There are so many options to customize and play around with it. Also is a very fast sew, went together in about an hour. LOVE this top!
Delhaise Sabine –
Simple blouse, very comfortable to wear.
Deb Sendelbach –
I really enjoyed sewing this pattern. I love the lined bodice and French seams, giving the shirt a nice professional looking finish. The lined bodice also gives the front added structure which I think made the shirt drape so much nicer. The sleeves have a nice drape too. The directions were very easy to follow. The modification I need to do on the pattern are a forward shoulder adjustment because it feels like the shirt keeps shifting toward the back, maybe even do a high round back. The darts seem like they land high on my chest. It looks like I could lower them about 1/2 inch. Thank you for a great pattern
Beck Meech –
I love this pattern! It was my first time sewing darts , and found the instructions and photos easy to understand. I made mine in Rayon,which makes the Tessa a lovely, comfortable top to wear casually with Jeans or dressed up with skirt/pants. I’ll definitely be making more!
Heather Gratton –
Nicely fitting woven top that’s ideal for the office. Depending on the fabric you can probably wear this anywhere. Easy and well explained sew.
Alieke Enders –
Nice pattern to sew. Very clear instructions with photos and an end result to be proud of! Ideal pattern to expand your collection for the office.
Amber Flanary –
I went for a younger more modern look with my Tessa by opting to leave the sleeves off, and it’s the perfect kind of shirt to wear to work because it’s nice, but also with jeans to be casual! The button loop was probably the trickiest part I encountered, and that was only turning it because my fabric was a little slippery. I would recommend a slinky fabric with this to get a nice drape, mine had some slight weight to it and I absolutely loved how the fabric drapes with the boxiness of the pattern.
Chantal van Drunen-Ezendam –
This shirt is the perfect addition for my office staple wardrobe. It is a fast and easy sew and it looks great on me.
Jenny Gomez –
Beautiful! I am going to have to practice the FBA, but overall enjoyed the pattern!