Ashton Top (Helen’s Closet)
🔗 View Pattern DetailsThe Ashton Top is an all-season wardrobe staple that is easy to sew and style! Wear it during cooler months with jeans and a cardigan, or pair it with shorts for summer. The Ashton has bust darts and a signature A-line shape. View A is a hip-length top and view B is a crop top, ideal for pairing with high-waisted pants or skirts. Both views have the option to finish the neck and arms with an all-in-one facing or bias binding. The hem is finished using a beautiful hem facing. The Ashton makes a great stash-buster!
You're ready for this if...
Completed First Stitches or have basic machine sewing skills
✨ What You'll Learn
- ✓Taking accurate body measurements
- ✓Cutting fabric on grain
- ✓Sewing curved seams
- ✓Hemming techniques
- ✓Pressing for professional finish
- ✓Sewing an all in one facing or bias binding finish (your choice)
- ✓Sewing bust darts
🛍️ What to Bring
Fabric
We recommend reading the pattern sizing details (follow the pattern link above) when calculating fabric requirements,
Select one of:
- View A - Hip length: 1.2 – 2.4 metres, OR..
- View B - Crop length: 1.0 – 2.3 metres
Exact fabric amount depends on the size you’re making. If you’d like the exact amount, please contact me.
Thread
Matching thread
(Thread and sewing notions can be purchased at Sewing Gem during the class. Fabric will need to be purchased beforehand.)
Not sure where to buy fabric? Ask Gemma for local recommendations!
📄 Pattern Format: Paper and PDF
The pattern and instruction booklet are provided from the pattern company as electronic PDFs. For convenience we have had the pattern professionally printed. The instruction booklet can be accessed on a phone and Sewing Gem Studio will keep a spare copy for any technical issues.
