About the Tilda Blouse
The TILDA blouse is the perfect addition to your wardrobe. It is a slightly flared, feminine and comfortable cut with a nice pleated detail on the bust and sleeves. It has a huge range of options too: two sleeve lengths and 5 collar variations as well as the possibility to add an extra layer.
The Fabric
For your Tilda select a light to medium weight fabric (80 to 150 g/m2) such as viscose, cotton, tencel, linen, silk, fine jacquard and why not a nice embroidered fabric. Choose soft fabrics which will flatter the flared cut, the gathered sleeves and the pleats.
Yardage for sizes 34 to 52
Fabric for a 140 cm width:
Short sleeve version / Long sleeve version:
34-38: 1m / 1m210
40-42: 1m10 / 1m30
44-48: 1m30 / 1m50
50-52: 1m40 / 1m60
Add to this quantity:
30 cm for the officer's collar
40 cm for the claudine and pointed collar
70 cm for the large marine collar according to the gradation
The Notions
- Iron-on Vilene G700
- 1 button approx. 15 mm
Sizing
The Tilda size range is 34 to 52 (European), which covers a bust measurement range from: 80 to 122 cm
Level of Difficulty
The Tilda is rated at the Intermediate to advanced level. depending on the collar options.