Spring tops to sew in less than two hours
Looking to update your wardrobe or the kids’ in no time?
We’ve selected some tops you can sew in under two hours!
A loose-fitting top
The Patronnes Matisse top is ideal if you’re just starting out, or if you’re looking for a quick, easy-to-sew project. Its loose-fitting shape, easy to slip on over the head, avoids time-consuming finishing touches like zippers or button plackets, which always add time to sewing. You won’t have to sew bust darts either, thanks to the oversize shape. All you need to do is add a button at the back for a little back detail.
It’s also a project that doesn’t require a lot of fabric (you’ll need less than a metre), so you can use the coupons lying around in your cupboards: viscose, linen, cotton batiste, broderie anglaise…
A jersey tank top for the whole family
If you’re used to working with it, jersey can be quicker to sew than a warp-and-weft fabric. You don’t need to overcast the edges. Just cut the fabric, sew it and you’re done!
If you’re looking for a top that’s quick and easy to assemble, the Ananas tank top from Klafoutis is for you. It’s available in baby, child and adult sizes, so once you’ve got the hang of it, you can make one for the whole family.
For this piece, make sure you use a stretch fabric: cotton or viscose jersey.
A light blouse
As we explained above, a top that’s quick to sew is a top with no complicated finishing touches! Such is the case with Atelier Scämmit’s Déclic pattern, available free of charge on the brand’s website. It doesn’t have complex sleeves or collars. But this pattern does have some pretty details that make it stand out from the crowd: a V-neck and quilted pleats on the shoulders.
To sew this model, you can choose a fluid fabric such as voile or cotton crepe. Or, why not, a light viscose.
If you prefer a stiffer look, you can opt for a thicker cotton fabric. Or for embroidery anglaise, very much on trend this season.
An all-terrain smock for children
It’s always handy to have a pattern in your closet that you can pull out every spring and sew a timeless, easy-to-assemble piece.
The Foudjou blouse, available in sizes 12 months to 9-10 years, is one of those timeless, super-comfortable tops that we sew a new one of every year.
It doesn’t feature overly technical finishes and can be sewn with printed or plain cotton poplin.
A blouse with slightly puffed sleeves
Volumes have been in fashion for some years now. This is evident in the regular return of ruffles, bows and puffed or balloon sleeves. To sew a piece that plays on volume with discretion, there’s no need to spend hours in front of your machine.
Maison Fauve’s Cicadella blouse is easy to make (if you choose the short-sleeved, unlined version). The collar, which is slightly low-cut on the back, is finished with a bias, making this step easier.
For a light, wispy result, you can sew this blouse using viscose poplin or cotton poplin.
A colorful crop top
If you love crop tops, worn with high-waisted jeans and a pair of sneakers, you can make your own in no time with this very minimalist and simple pattern from Burda. It closes at the back with snap buttons.
To sew this timeless piece, you can use a textured viscose. If you’re looking for a slightly stiffer fall for your crop top, it’s also possible to sew it with linen. This is more breathable than viscose. Or with cotton poplin.
What are your favorite projects when you don’t have much time to sew? Do you have any summer tops planned?
