Tilly & The Buttons Sewing Pattern - Samara Top

Sew this wearable top that's great for those new to dressmaking, with the help of popular pattern designer, Tilly & The Buttons!

An ideal sewing project for beginners, Samara is an easy-breezy top that’s quick and simple to make. It has a modern, relaxed fit, with V neckline, drop shoulders, four sleeve styles, and two hemlines to choose from. 

Samara has a simple construction with no fiddly bits, an easy-fitting bodice with drop shoulders, and a V neckline, finished with a facing. You can choose from ahip-length hem or cropped at the high hip, and a choice of four sleeves - short or bracelet-length straight sleeves, or elbow-length or full-length with elasticated cuffs.

The pattern includes jargon-busting instructions, helpful sewing tips, and colour photos showing you each step – making it easy for you to create gorgeous clothes you can be proud to say you made yourself.

Skill Level: Beginners

Fabric Suggestions: Light- to medium-weight fabrics such as cotton lawn, poplin, seersucker, double gauze, washed linen, and linen-viscose blends. If you’re a more confident stitcher, try viscose (rayon), lyocell (Tencel), or crêpe de chine. 

See back of pattern image for fabric requirements.

• Produced by Tilly & The Buttons
• 4 otions to make from the pattern
• Full-colour, step-by-step instructions
• Designed for beginners
• Size range: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34 (see size guide below for sizing)

Size guide