Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla sewing pattern - Tilly and the Buttons
Orla Shift Top

Orla Shift Top

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A CLASSIC WITH A TWIST

Meet Orla, the shift top sewing pattern with a clever mix of classic styling and modern details. With its semi-fitted shape, flattering darts and contemporary exposed zip, Orla is a rewarding project for sewists looking to add new techniques to their repertoire!

The front bodice features curved French darts, while contour and shoulder darts shape the back for a comfortable fit. Choose full-length or cropped sleeves, each with a subtle shoulder pleat, and finish your top with either a simple neckline or the adorable snowdrop collar. The dipped hem provides extra coverage at the back and is neatly finished with a facing.

Wear Orla over jeans or leggings for everyday outfits, pair it with slim-fit trousers for the office, or tuck it into a skirt for a smarter look. The collared version also makes a lovely layering piece under knitwear.

PATTERN FEATURES:

  • Semi-fitted shift top silhouette

  • Curved French darts at the front bodice

  • Contour and shoulder darts at the back for shaping

  • Choice of full-length or cropped sleeves

  • Subtle pleat at the shoulder

  • Choice of a simple neckline or statement snowdrop collar

  • Modern exposed zip fastening

  • Dipped back hem finished with a facing

The Orla shift top 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 GARMENT SIZE - Amber wears size 2 (UK 8)

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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)


Check the sewing pattern size range before buying.

Supplies

  • Fabric (see below)
  • Matching thread
  • 18–20cm (7–8in) exposed zip with metal teeth
  • 0.5m (20in) iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
  • Sewing machine and basic tools, including a zip foot or adjustable zip foot

Fabric Suggestions

Lightweight drapey fabrics, such as viscose (rayon), cotton lawn, voile, dotted Swiss, silk or polyester crêpe de chine, or lighter weight crêpe-back satin.

Fabric Requirements

150cm (60in) wide
All versions - 1.7m (1 7/8yd)

115cm (45in) wide
Long sleeve version:
All sizes - 2.5m (2 3/4yd)

Cropped sleeve version:
All sizes - 2.2m (2 3/8yd)

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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