Mathilde pattern by Tilly and the Buttons – sew an elegant button-back blouse

Mathilde Blouse by Tilly and the Buttons

Mathilde Blouse

Name: Mathilde Blouse
Brand: Tilly and the Buttons
SKU: 1001D
Price: 13.5 GBP
Availability: InStock

PDF Sewing Pattern

£13.50

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Pattern Format

PDF Sewing Pattern

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A BLOUSE TO BE PROUD OF!

Sew a beautiful handmade top with the Mathilde blouse sewing pattern. With elegant front bodice tucks, flowing sleeves and an adorable button-back opening, Mathilde is full of thoughtful details that make it a joy to sew and wear. You’ll learn how to sew delicate tucks, create French seams for a beautifully neat finish inside and out, and tackle a button-back opening.

Style Mathilde tucked into a pencil skirt for a polished look, or wear it loose over jeans for everyday dressing. For a personal touch, try adding piping to the yoke seam or choosing contrast-colour buttons for a little surprise at the back.

PATTERN FEATURES:

Elegant front bodice with delicate tucks
Flowing sleeves
Button-back opening
French seams for a neat finish inside and out
Options to personalise your blouse with contrast buttons or piping

The Mathilde blouse is a PDF pattern only. This pattern is not available as a printed pattern.

SKILL LEVEL - Improvers

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SIZE RANGE - UK 6-20 (US 2-16 / EUR 34-48)

MODEL SIZE - Rosabella wears size 3 (UK 10)

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Size range: UK 6-20 / US 2-16 / EUR 34-48 / AUS 6-20

SIZE	BUST	WAIST	HIP
1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6	76cm (30in)	61cm (24in)	84cm (33in)
2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8	81cm (32in)	66cm (26in)	89cm (35in)
3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10	86.5cm (34in)	71cm (28in)	94cm (37in)
4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12	91.5cm (36in)	76cm (30in)	99cm (39in)
5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14	96.5cm (38in)	81cm (32in)	104cm (41in)
6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16	101.5cm (40in)	86.5cm (34in)	109cm (43in)
7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18	106.5cm (42in)	91.5cm (36in)	114cm (45in)
8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20	112cm (44in)	96.5cm (38in)	119.5cm (47in)

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Supplies

Matching thread
7 x 15mm (5/8in) buttons
Iron-on interfacing (about 30cm/12in, similar weight to your fabric)
Sewing machine and basic tools

Fabric Suggestions

Lightweight cotton, silk or polyester fabrics with drape, such as lawn, voile, viscose (rayon), crêpe de chine, habotai, charmeuse. Avoid slippery fabric if you’re a beginner.

Fabric requirements

1.8m x 150cm wide (2 yards x 60in) OR 2.4m x 115cm wide (2¾ yards x 45in)

PDF Pattern Only

You will receive an email immediately after purchase with a link to download your files. Need help getting started? Learn how to use digital sewing patterns. This digital version includes:

Single-layer PDF files – All sizes are included on one sheet (sizes cannot be hidden).
Not suitable for projector sewing – This pattern does not include projector files. See our projector-friendly patterns.
Multiple print options – Print at home on A4 or US Letter paper (using a laptop or desktop computer), or use the A0 copyshop files for professional printing.
Correct scaling – You’ll need Adobe Reader (free to download) to print at the correct scale.

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Cute and stylish

I have loved making this pattern and am about to begin sewing a second version. Because it has a wider neckline I am going to omit the buttons and make it a slip on top. The pin tucks were a challenge with my very slippery fabric but the instructions were just great and I am so enjoying wearing the blouse.

Hi Jane, thanks so much for sharing your feedback on sewing up the Mathilde Blouse - it’s so great to hear you enjoyed the process, yay! Practice makes perfect, so I’m sure you’ll soon get the hang of making those pintucks! Happy sewing, Virginija x

another T&TB hit!

My third T&TB make and another hit as far as I'm concerned. It involved another new sewing skill for me (pleats) but I wasn't fazed by it as the clear instructions took me through step-by-step. I love how this blouse has 2 points of interest - the pleats on the front and the buttons on the back - and it is also really comfy to wear. I'm hunting down some white Dobby (textured) cotton fabric so I can make it again.

Thanks so much for your lovely review and sharing your pictures! We’re so happy to hear Mathilde was another hit for you, and that you enjoyed learning pleats along the way. White dobby cotton sounds dreamy… happy sewing! Abi x

My first ‘complicated’ sew.

Really happy with how this turned out. Had to size up, so glad I went with making a toile first. Good, clear, easy to follow instructions. First time doing pleats and proper sleeves!

Hi Michelle, thanks so much for your review! I'm glad you found the instructions easy to follow and that you decided to make a toile first. We always recommend this because the sizing chart is just a guide. Since everyone has a unique shape, some adjustments will be essential to achieve a custom fit. Especially around the shoulder, chest or waist areas, adjustments might be needed for the perfect fit. Many sewists find it helpful to sew a quick muslin first to see how the pattern works for them. We’re here to help if you have any questions or need tips for fitting! Happy sewing! Virginija x

Another great pattern

I’m a relatively new sewer and loved this pattern, my 2nd of the Tilly and the buttons range.
The top has the wow factor, and really upped my skills with the French seams and gathering.
The instructions were clear, but I did have to re-read a few times and found the images a bit complicated for the actual pleats and a few stages be the Billy jumper. That said, I’m really happy with the outcome 😍
Already trying to decide on my next pattern..!

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