Agustina Boxy Top Tutorial
Agustina is a simple and slightly cropped boxy top with round neckline and cuff sleeves. And sometimes simple is best. An ideal beginner sewing project, this top sews up in just a couple of hours and requires very little fabric. We chose to make this top in our gauzy open weave linen that has a unique slightly sheer look making it ideal for summer.
Such a great basic pattern, it’s guaranteed to become one of your favorites. Plus, it lends itself to so many simple hacks to make it your very own. You can lengthen the hem and turn it into a dress, or transform cuffs into long sleeves, or add a belt.
Follow this easy step-by-step tutorial and make your new wardrobe staple!
Materials
For our sample size S pictured in this tutorial, we used 1 yard of IL041 FOG Softened Medium Weight Linen
For other sizes, please refer to the yardage table in the PDF pattern to determine the required amount of fabric.
Matching sewing thread.
Tools
Scissors, pins, ruler, chalk, fabric marker, sewing machine
Difficulty
Beginner
Sewing Time
2 hours
Pattern
You can access the multi-sized printable PDF pattern by following this link HERE. All seam allowances are included and are 3/8” (1 cm) unless otherwise specified. The model is wearing size S.
Remember to transfer all the notches onto your fabric.
Steps
Note: Prewash your fabric. This linen should be laundered in a cold wash-tumble dried on air setting or very low heat. Line dry if possible. Iron the fabric so it is easier to work with.
1. Pin and stitch the shoulder seams right sides together at a 3/8” (1 cm) seam allowance. Serge or zigzag the raw edges together to prevent the fabric from fraying. Press the serged/zigzagged seam allowances towards the back.
2. Bind the neckline following this step-by-step tutorial HERE.
3. Now pin and stitch the side seams right sides together. Make a small snip into the underarm curve to release the tension.
4. Finish the seams using your preferred method and press towards the back.
5. Join the short ends of the cuff right sides together and sew at a 3/8” seam allowance. Press the seam open.
6. Fold the cuff in half lengthwise wrong sides together.
7. Pin the cuff to the armhole right sides together matching the raw edges and the underarm seams.
8. Stitch at a 3/8” seam allowance, finish the edges together and press the seam allowance towards the bodice and the cuff away from the garment.
10. Lastly, finish the hem. Press your fabric twice to the wrong side (first 3/8”, then another 1/2”) and pin.
11. Edgestitch along the folded edge.
And you are done! Super easy, right? Pair your top with just about anything! We love seeing what you make! Don’t forget to share your pictures and tag your creations with #FabricsStoreAgustinaPattern hashtag.
21 Comments
Kelly Potocki
I understand the model is wearing a size 4/6. Do you mind I ask what is her height and weight. I will have a better idea when I decide on my size. I am 5’4 “ and about 126lb. What is the right size for me? Will 0/2 fits better or 4/6?
Lauren Gates
Hello Kelly, I would recommend choosing your pattern based on your own measurements and comparing them to those given in the pattern. Comparing your overall weight generally won’t give an accurate indicator for fit, since weight is held differently on different people. If you’d like assistance finding the best size for you please send us an email or give us a call.
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Thank you so much for providing this free pattern. I’m excited to try it.
Joyce mui
After joining the cuff to the armhole(step 8) , is the raw seam supposed to be exposed.?
Thanks for the pattern.
Danielle Hata
I’m having a really hard time attaching the the arm cuffs to the body. The cuff seems too small compared to the body’s arm hole! Can anyone give me advice?
Mary Von tobel
This is cute and easy to sew. Even with a boxy fit, I found it to be extremely large. Might want to size down. For example, if you take a 4-6, as I do, might want to do a 0-2. This is a personal preference, but with it being as boxy as it is, I would have picked something a bit less stiff than the medium weight linen.
Rosalia Bauer
I sewed this today and I love it! Can’t wait to make more in different fabrics. I don’t have a lot of experience sewing but I found this pattern easy and fairly quick to make.
Katie Stanley
Second time making this top – love it so much! Thank you for providing this pattern!
Katie
Heidi Maloney
Are the pants from one of your patterns too?
Aline Lin
I love the way these pants Look too!! Came here to see if it was an available pattern hahaha
Tabitha Thompson
I just made this top today with a couple of hacks (added a band to lengthen it and put some waist darts in to make it more flattering to my figure). I’m a beginner but I found the instructions very clear! I’m thrilled to find this site with all the patterns and tutorials. I can’t wait to try some of your beautiful linen, too. Thank you!
Ruth H Condit Condit
Thanks for another beautiful pattern. Your directions are so easy to follow.
Susan Hanway
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Thanks, Susan
Julia Fletcher
To get the pattern I have to go to a site that charges a dollar and then another dollar for something else. Do you not just offer the pattern?
Masha Karpushina
Hi Julia. the pattern takes you to our website- fabrics-store.com where you can download this pattern for free, if you sign up to our newsletter. We don’t charge for downloading the pattern. Hope you enjoy.
Sharon Halpin
This provided download does not include a pattern…
Masha Karpushina
Hello Sharon, you need to click on ‘HERE’ under Pattern- this will take you to all our Patterns page- you can download it there. Thank you , let me know if you have any more questions.
C Zawadzki
Please consider designing this with a boat or straight neck, and an option for making it a longer bodice.
thanks
clem
Jo Crefasi
I would just love a boat neck too.!
Masha Karpushina
Thank you for your suggestions, we offer these patterns as a way for you to amend them into whatever you like. Hope this inspires you to alter it to your needs.