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LEO SHIRT – PDF SEWING PATTERN
LEO SHIRT – PDF SEWING PATTERN
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Leo is a semi-oversized, straight-fit button-down shirt with dropped shoulders and a double layered back yoke, with the shoulder seam extending into the front side.
It features a pointed shirt collar with collar stand, centre front button placket with button and buttonhole closure, curved hem with the front side being shorter than the back. The hem is finished with topstitched bias binding on the inside.
The sleeve hem has three pleats, a placket and a plain cuff with buttons and buttonholes.
Leo has two patch pockets on the front.
Due to the nature of digital files, we do not accept returns on our PDF patterns or products.
SUITABLE FABRICS
Main fabric: Leo was designed for mid-weight woven fabrics with little to no stretch. Fabrics like linen, cotton shirtings such us poplin, chambray, Oxfords, viscose blends.
Interfacing: woven lightweight fusible interfacing or lightweight knit interfacing with low stretch.
SAMPLE INFORMATION
The yellow sewing instructions sample is made of 100% Irish linen.
NOTIONS
- 10 shirt buttons of 12 mm in diameter
- Lightweight woven fusible interfacing
- 1 Spool of matching thread
- 3—4 Spools of matching thread for overlocker (optional)
- Small amount of Wonderweb (optional)
TOOLS
- Sewing machine
- Overlocker (optional)
- Steam iron
- Chalk or any removable marker
- Ruler
- Wood clapper
- Sleeve board
- Buttonhole opener
- Hand sewing needle
- Matching thread
- Hand tacking/basting thread (no special thread required)
LEVEL & FILES
LEVEL
- Intermediate 3/5
FILES
- Complete photographed sewing instructions available in PDF - English only
- A0 Copyshop PDF file
- Plotter A0 width PDF file with continuous printing
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A4 paper format for Home Printing PDF file
- Letter paper format for Home Printing PDF file
- This is a multi-size sewing pattern set in layers
- Includes seam allowances
SIZE
6 to 22 UK, 34 to 50 EU, 2 to 18 US
All of our patterns are drafted to fit B cup size.
Available from bust 80 cm to 112 cm - 31 1/2" to 44"
Available from hip 87 cm to 119 cm - 34 1/4" to 46 3/4"
EASE ALLOWANCE & LENGTH
HEIGHT
The pattern is offered in two height groups: 160 and 170 cm (5’3” and 5’7”), when buying this pattern you should select the closest height to your body, if you are in the middle choose the tallest. Both patterns have exactly the same width around the body, the only difference is in the length.
If you are outside these groups, you may need to alter the pattern length at the lengthen/shorten lines marked on the pattern pieces.
For more info check our Size Cart page.
Customer Reviews
Bella's drafting is always excellent and the fit of the shirt is just perfect. I always learn something new from Bella's instructions and this pattern was no exception, I don't think I've ever sewn a better collar! Love my finished shirt, thanks again Bella!
I finished my second version of this shirt and I just love them both. Fit and construction as well as the instructions are remarkable and I am thinking about the next version already.
It’s my third patterns from Bella that I sewed ! I’m always amazed by the finishing touches. The techniques used are insane, very professional and elegant. The fit is stunning. I didn’t have to change a thing while sewing it. The instructions are very clear even for non English speaker thanks to the pictures taken. Please if you’re looking for a classic but chic piece, with a «boyish» cut without being too oversized, go for this pattern. You won’t be disappointed!
This shirt was a joy to sew. The detailed instructions were very helpful, especially when making a nearly perfect collar for the fist time!
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