Elbe Textiles Sewing Pattern - Townsend Shirt
About the Townsend Shirt
The Townsend Shirt is a modern take on the button up shirt. Both views feature grown on sleeves and wrap ties built into the front bodice. These ties cross over the button stand at the waist, to be tied at the back.
View A has a classic collar at the neckline, while View B has a round neck with a bound finish.
It’s recommended to make a toile first in an inexpensive fabric to work out any fitting alterations you may need, before cutting into your chosen fabric.
The Fabric
Light to mid weight woven fabrics: Use a shirting cotton or linen for a structured finish. For something drapier, you could try a Tencel, cupro or linen viscose blend.
Please ensure your fabric is washed and pressed before cutting out your pattern pieces.
The Notions
- Thread
- View A: 6 buttons - 10mm - 12mm in size *
- View B: 5 buttons - 10mm - 12mm in size *
- 50cm of lightweight interfacing.
- * You may prefer to have more buttons on your shirt, especially if you are lengthening the shirt.
Sizing
See Images for measurements.
Sizes available: A - N
Level of Difficulty
This sewing pattern is suitable for intermediate sewers and above.
