Sewing instructions tank top Diana

Our Diana top sewing pattern is an ideal starting point for sewing beginners. The tank top with its large round neckline is perfect as a summer pajama top or simply as a basic undershirt.

Length at the back center = 60 - 65 cm

Diana was sewn from jersey fabric in this tutorial.

→ To the sewing pattern “Diana”

Materials needed:

We recommend a soft jersey fabric, preferably opaque.

Sizes 34-40

• Outer fabric 0.90m (140cm wide)
  

Sizes 42-50

• Outer fabric 1.00m (140cm wide)

Cut:

Seam allowances are included - 1cm wide or as indicated by the marking notches!

Cut out the pattern pieces from your outer fabric. Place the fabric right side up. Align the selvedges parallel to the center so you can lay the front and back pieces on the fold. All pattern pieces should be placed with the printed side facing up. Always align the grainline arrow in the same direction on all pieces and parallel to the selvedge of the fabric. Transfer all notches from the pattern by making a 3mm snip with scissors or using chalk, and mark the ends of the darts. Note that bust darts are required for larger sizes. Snip the seam allowance on the fold, as this is always the center point. Markings define the positions of dart ends, pocket positions, etc. Transfer these either with chalk or pins.

You will need the following fabric:

• 1x front part in breakage
• 1x back piece in half
• 1x neck hole aperture
• 1x armhole aperture

Sewing instructions:

Seam allowances are included - 1cm wide or as indicated by the marking notches!

To sew this top you will need a sewing machine and an overlock sewing machine, or alternatively the zigzag stitch of your sewing machine to finish the cut edges.

Be sure to use a jersey needle and a stretch stitch. If you're using a domestic sewing machine, you should use either a zigzag stitch or a three-step elastic stitch. Afterwards, finish all seam allowances with a zigzag stitch or another suitable stitch to prevent fraying. The colored lines in the pictures, in addition to the written description, show you where to sew a seam or glue something.
When sewing, pay attention to the seam allowance included in the pattern. Seam allowances not specifically marked are 1 cm wide!
Have fun sewing!

Sizes 42-50 have a bust dart; sew this according to the pattern. A simple, straight dart is sewn on the wrong side of the fabric, following the exact transfer of the pattern and paying close attention to the markings. Sew the dart from the widest point to the point, tapering neatly (so the dart doesn't bunch up), and then sewn. Draw a line beforehand with tailor's chalk to ensure you sew correctly and that the side seam finishes straight.
To avoid having to backstitch at the point, you can sew the last centimeter with a very small stitch. Press the dart filling upwards.

Close the torso by placing the side seams right sides together and serging the seam allowances. Press the seam allowances to the back.

Do the same with the shoulders of the top.

Fold the hem over twice and stitch it close to the edge.

The facings for the armholes and neckline are sewn together right sides facing, and the seam allowances are pressed open. Then, sew the facing to the neckline and armhole, wrong sides facing, from the inside out. Press the seam allowance towards the facing.

Fold the edges of the strips over by 1cm and iron them wrong sides together, fold the strip outwards and stitch it close to the edge.

This is what your finished carrier looks like.

Your DIANA is finished ! 

If you get stuck or have any questions, please feel free to contact us by email at info@schnittmuster-berlin.de. We will reply as soon as possible.

Have lots of fun with your new designer piece!

Sincerely, your Schnittmuster-Berlin team.