The Reynolds Woven Top sewing pattern creates a relaxed-fit, pull-on top with an elastic self-frilled neckline, split neck opening with optional rouleau tie, elbow-length gathered sleeves, side splits, and hip-length hem.
Elastic neckline with self-frill
Split neck opening
Optional rouleau necktie
Elbow length sleeves gathered into a band
Pull-on style
Relaxed fit
Side splits
Hip length
Fabric Suggestions
Light weight linen, rayon or cotton.
Trims
Elastic for neckline, of 6mm ( 1/4") width, refer to measurement chart for length
Reviews (6)
6 reviews for Reynolds Woven Top
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C******e(verified owner) – :
Really lovely pattern, easy to follow and made a very pretty and elegant blouse in no time (I’m not an experienced dressmaker). I made the neck frill wider as i wanted more of an emphasis, worked really well!
In fact, three strangers commented positively about it at a quilt show today!
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
T***y(verified owner) – :
Just finished this top. It is quite loose fitting around neckline if you follow the elastic length. I used mask elastic , and shortened it, untill I was happy. Straight size 8, no change in length as I’m 171cm
Love the style, but next time will take some width out of the back and shorten the front opening
Overall happy.
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
J*n(verified owner) – :
Sadly I have to say I am really disappointed with this top. Now being in my 7th decade I have found that the harshness of a round neck does me no favours. Likewise, due to having a large bust, neither does a high neck such as a roll neck, then my front closely resembles a ski jump! Also I hate, absolutely hate, shirt collar type designs. I wondered if a ruffle type neck would be softer and kinder to my mature face. I think I am going along the correct route with this train of thoughts – but – not with this Reynolds Woven Top. I made what I hoped would be a wearable toile in a fine poplin type fabric which I lengthen by 3 cms when cutting out. I am 5’7” and it was needed. When I saw the sleeve pattern pieces I was concerned and spent some time considering reducing their width. I knew I wanted to wear the neckline closer/tighter to my neck to show under round neck winter jumpers. I am used to the brief instructions although they are now better than years ago so that wasn’t a problem. The top went together well and apart from lengthening the body I stuck to the pattern as printed and its construction. I made a size 12. After fitting the elastic into the neck line and stitching the side seams I tried it on. On me the back and the sleeves are too wide. There’s just too much fabric which seemed to push forward trying to position itself in front of my arms. After some thought I can only put it down to too much of the sleeve and back width being closely gathered to form a more fitted neckline. On me the top closely resembled a drawn string bag! I will not be finishing the toile. I will though be using certain elements of the pattern to draw up my own pattern.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
K***y(verified owner) – :
I made this top up in silk which was really fabulous to wear, finished but was not happy with the frill, on me, it was too wide and looked out of balance so I unpicked the neckline and left out the frill. Also instead of the facing I double rolled the split and made it look finer. Apart from that lovely fit love the sleeves
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
B**********n(verified owner) – :
I love this top but……couldn’t get the frill at the neckline to sit properly so after asking the lovely ladies in the Facebook group I ended up altering the way I put the elastic in. A better tutorial is needed for this garment I think.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
c**********1(verified owner) – :
So far I’ve made two tops and really like them. However, it runs very big. If I go by the size chart, I’m between a 14 and 16. Because the photos look loose and blousy, I decided to go by the finished garment measurements, putting me into the 10 and 12 range. I’m 5’4” and also felt it too long. I shortened by 1.5”. Fabric used were both cotton with different amounts of softness. I think any type of fabric would work. Having made several Style Arc garments, I’m used to the limited instructions.
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust
101.0
106.0
111.0
116.0
121.0
126.0
131.0
136.0
142.0
148.0
154.0
160.0
166.0
172.0
Hem circ
109.0
114.0
119.0
124.0
129.0
134.0
139.0
144.0
150.0
156.0
162.0
168.0
174.0
180.0
Neckline elastic cut measurement
59.0
60.5
62.0
63.5
65.0
66.5
68.0
69.5
71.0
72.5
74.0
75.5
77.0
78.5
Cuff circumference
28.1
29.6
31.1
32.6
34.1
35.6
37.1
38.6
40.4
42.2
44.0
45.8
47.6
49.4
Centre back length
62.7
63.3
63.9
64.5
65.1
65.7
66.3
66.9
67.6
68.3
69.0
69.7
70.4
71.1
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust
39 3⁄4
41 3⁄4
43 3⁄4
45 5⁄8
47 5⁄8
49 5⁄8
51 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
55 7⁄8
58 1⁄4
60 5⁄8
63
65 3⁄8
67 3⁄4
Hem circ
42 7⁄8
44 7⁄8
46 7⁄8
48 7⁄8
50 3⁄4
52 3⁄4
54 3⁄4
56 3⁄4
59
61 3⁄8
63 3⁄4
66 1⁄8
68 1⁄2
70 7⁄8
Neckline elastic cut measurement
23 1⁄4
23 7⁄8
24 3⁄8
25
25 5⁄8
26 1⁄8
26 3⁄4
27 3⁄8
28
28 1⁄2
29 1⁄8
29 3⁄4
30 3⁄8
30 7⁄8
Cuff circumference
11 1⁄8
11 5⁄8
12 1⁄4
12 7⁄8
13 3⁄8
14
14 5⁄8
15 1⁄4
15 7⁄8
16 5⁄8
17 3⁄8
18
18 3⁄4
19 1⁄2
Centre back length
24 5⁄8
24 7⁄8
25 1⁄8
25 3⁄8
25 5⁄8
25 7⁄8
26 1⁄8
26 3⁄8
26 5⁄8
26 7⁄8
27 1⁄8
27 1⁄2
27 3⁄4
28
Main Fabric Estimate
sizes
4-18
20-30
Width 148 cm (58")
2.00m (2.20 yd)
2.25m (2.46 yd)
Size Chart
Womens Size Charts
Please use the body measurements size charts below to determine your best size.
All Style Arc patterns are in Australian sizes.
Style Arc patterns are drafted for a B bust cup size and a height of 167cm (5'6").
Size Chart - CM
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (cm)
B. Upper Arm Girth (cm)
C. Bust (cm)
D. Waist (cm)
E. Hip (cm)
4
34.4
26.4
77
60
83
6
35.6
27.6
82
65
88
8
36.8
28.8
87
70
93
10
38
30
92
75
98
12
39.2
31.2
97
80
103
14
40.4
32.4
102
85
108
16
41.6
33.6
107
90
113
18
42.8
34.8
112
95
118
20
44
36
118
100
124
22
45.2
37.2
124
106
130
24
46.4
38.4
130
112
136
26
47.6
39.6
136
118
142
28
48.8
40.8
142
124
148
30
50
42
148
130
154
32
51.2
43.8
156.0
139.0
162.0
34
52.4
45.6
164.0
147.0
170.0
36
53.6
47.4
172.0
155.0
178.0
Size Chart - Inches
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (inches)
B. Upper Arm Girth (inches)
C. Bust (inches)
D. Waist (inches)
E. Hip (inches)
4
13.5
10.5
30.3
23.5
32.6
6
14
10.9
32.3
25.5
34.6
8
14.5
11.3
34.3
27.5
36.6
10
15
11.8
36.2
29.5
38.6
12
15.4
12.3
38.2
31.5
40.6
14
15.9
12.8
40.2
33.5
42.5
16
16.4
13.2
42.1
35.5
44.5
18
16.9
13.7
44.1
37.5
46.5
20
17.3
14.2
46.5
39.5
48.8
22
17.8
14.6
48.8
42
51.2
24
18.3
15.1
51.2
44.5
53.5
26
18 3⁄4
15 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
46.5
56
28
19 1⁄4
16 1⁄8
56
48.5
58 1⁄4
30
19 3⁄4
16 5⁄8
58 1⁄4
50.5
61
32
20 1⁄8
17 1⁄4
61 3⁄8
54 3⁄4
63 3⁄4
34
20 5⁄8
18
64 5⁄8
57 7⁄8
66 7⁄8
36
21 1⁄8
18 5⁄8
67 3⁄4
61
70 1⁄8
Size Conversion Table
ALPHA SIZING
AUSTRALIA
UK
US
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
XXS
6
6
2
34
38
5
XS
8
8
4
36
40
7
S
10
10
6
38
42
9
M
12
12
8
40
44
11
L
14
14
10
42
46
13
XL
16
16
12
44
48
15
XXL
18
18
14
46
50
17
How Do I Know What Size I Am?
Choosing your pattern size is the most important step and we will help you determine this with these easy to follow steps.
When taking your measurements ensure that you take them against your skin and not over clothing. One can wear a comfortable bra and knickers whilst measuring, as this will provide you with the most accurate measurements.
Tape measure has to sit firmly around the points you are measuring. But be careful not to pull it too tight, as this will give you the incorrect size.
When measuring circumferences (B, C, D, E) it is important to note that the tape measure must remain parallel to the floor. It is sometimes best to take the measurements in front of a mirror; this will help you see the angle of the tape measure.
You will only require the basic body measurements to determine your pattern size which is indicated on our mannequin below:
A. Shoulder Breadth
Place the tape at the edge of the shoulder. Measure along the top of the shoulder blade/across the highest point of the shoulders to the other edge, following the natural slope and allow an extra finger for ease of any movement.
B. Upper Arm Girth
This point is taken as a circumference at your widest point of your upper arm.
C. Bust
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the fullest part of your chest.
D. Waist
This point is taken as a circumference and taken at the smallest part of your waist.
E. Hip
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the widest part of your hips.
PDF Details
PDF Page Counts
PDF Pattern Size
PDF File Page Count
4-16
33
10-22
39
18-30
42
PDF File Inclusions With Purchase
PDF Pattern Size
PDF Files Included with Purchase
Size 4-16
Tiled Size 4-16 Wide Format Size 4-16 A0 Size 4-16 Construction Sheet
Size 10-22
Tiled Size 10-22 Wide Format Size 10-22 A0 Size 10-22 Construction Sheet
Size 18-30
Tiled Size 18-30 Wide Format Size 18-30 A0 Size 18-30 Construction Sheet
Pattern Format Details
Pattern Format
PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-size (Layered Including A0)
Multi-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper and single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, and also A0 paper sheets.
Single-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper AND A0 format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C******e (verified owner) – :
Really lovely pattern, easy to follow and made a very pretty and elegant blouse in no time (I’m not an experienced dressmaker). I made the neck frill wider as i wanted more of an emphasis, worked really well!
In fact, three strangers commented positively about it at a quilt show today!
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
T***y (verified owner) – :
Just finished this top. It is quite loose fitting around neckline if you follow the elastic length. I used mask elastic , and shortened it, untill I was happy. Straight size 8, no change in length as I’m 171cm
Love the style, but next time will take some width out of the back and shorten the front opening
Overall happy.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
J*n (verified owner) – :
Sadly I have to say I am really disappointed with this top. Now being in my 7th decade I have found that the harshness of a round neck does me no favours. Likewise, due to having a large bust, neither does a high neck such as a roll neck, then my front closely resembles a ski jump! Also I hate, absolutely hate, shirt collar type designs. I wondered if a ruffle type neck would be softer and kinder to my mature face. I think I am going along the correct route with this train of thoughts – but – not with this Reynolds Woven Top. I made what I hoped would be a wearable toile in a fine poplin type fabric which I lengthen by 3 cms when cutting out. I am 5’7” and it was needed. When I saw the sleeve pattern pieces I was concerned and spent some time considering reducing their width. I knew I wanted to wear the neckline closer/tighter to my neck to show under round neck winter jumpers. I am used to the brief instructions although they are now better than years ago so that wasn’t a problem. The top went together well and apart from lengthening the body I stuck to the pattern as printed and its construction. I made a size 12. After fitting the elastic into the neck line and stitching the side seams I tried it on. On me the back and the sleeves are too wide. There’s just too much fabric which seemed to push forward trying to position itself in front of my arms. After some thought I can only put it down to too much of the sleeve and back width being closely gathered to form a more fitted neckline. On me the top closely resembled a drawn string bag! I will not be finishing the toile. I will though be using certain elements of the pattern to draw up my own pattern.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
K***y (verified owner) – :
I made this top up in silk which was really fabulous to wear, finished but was not happy with the frill, on me, it was too wide and looked out of balance so I unpicked the neckline and left out the frill. Also instead of the facing I double rolled the split and made it look finer. Apart from that lovely fit love the sleeves
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
B**********n (verified owner) – :
I love this top but……couldn’t get the frill at the neckline to sit properly so after asking the lovely ladies in the Facebook group I ended up altering the way I put the elastic in. A better tutorial is needed for this garment I think.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
c**********1 (verified owner) – :
So far I’ve made two tops and really like them. However, it runs very big. If I go by the size chart, I’m between a 14 and 16. Because the photos look loose and blousy, I decided to go by the finished garment measurements, putting me into the 10 and 12 range. I’m 5’4” and also felt it too long. I shortened by 1.5”. Fabric used were both cotton with different amounts of softness. I think any type of fabric would work. Having made several Style Arc garments, I’m used to the limited instructions.