Anthropologie Top Tutorial

June 23, 2009 7:59 am

I have been pining over this top from Anthropologie for a long time. Then I saw this fabric from Harts and it reminded me of it so I decided to try my hand at making something similar. I’m happy to answer ay questions about the tutorial. Here it goes!!

The first thing you need to do is cut the front collar. You need to cut a ‘U’ shape. Measure the distance between your shoulders to figure out how wide you want it and the distance from your shoulder to how low you want the front of the U. You are going to need TWO identical pieces because we’re going to make it double sided for extra weight.

Next you need the 2 back straps. Measure from your shoulder to how low you want it in the back. It’s generally above you bra strap. Now, cut FOUR of those (two fro each strap).

You also need to cut the bottom hem piece. I just did single sided for that. After you cut those, this is what you should have…

Now you need to sew the straps together, as shown. Take each side, sew it together then turn it right side out and iron flat.

Pin the collar really well…
…the sew it together as shown. DO NOT sew the bottom part of the ‘U’. We’re going to tuck the shirt in there ad then seam it shut. After you sew it, turn it right side out and press with your iron.

Get your pieces and pin as shown. We are going to connect the collar piece and the two straps. Pin them well and then sew together where the shoulder is.

Here’s the one big piece now.

Now for the main part of the shirt. I find that a half a yard, normal width cotton works perfect. It is wide enough and depending on your size you can do more or less of a little gather in the front. Cut the fabric in half and then sew together on each side. (You don’t have to cut it in half, but if you don’t you’ll only have a seam on one of the sides and I think that looks off, so I have a seam on each side.)

Create a gather in the center of the shirt. You can also do pleats if you want to. Depending on you chest width, you may need more or less gather.

Get your collar now and go to the opening at the bottom of the ‘U’. FOld it under slightly at the openings and iron it down.

Pin it so the crease stays better. Do this on both sides of the U so you have a clean hem on each side of the shirt.

Now get your shirt and tuck it into the ‘U’ collar.

Pin the shirt and the collar together. Now you are going to sew the collar to the shirt along the opening.

Now we need to stitch all along the back of the shirt before we add the back straps on. I serge mine, then top stitch it, but you can just double fold and stitch, add hem tape or do a zigzag stitch.

FInd the place in the back where you want your back straps to lie and pin them in place, then stitch onto the shirt.

Lastly, it’s time to add your hem piece. I stitch along the bottom to create them hem, then add it on to my shirt piece. Then you’re done!!
Oh i forgot!! I added some buttoms to the front of mine like the anthro shirt. I just handstitched them on with some thicker thread.

Here’s how it comes out!!





i LOVE LOVE LOVE this shirt!!!! Let me know what you think!

If you try it remember to add some pics to the flickr pool!

And the bubble dress is the clear winner so I will be starting my tutorial for that tomorrow! Thanks for all the votes!


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28 Responses to “Anthropologie Top Tutorial”

  1. By luvinthemommyhood on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    Love the material and colors you used! I will be giving this one a try! So cute!

  2. By Happy Together on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    eek! so cute! I will be making one!

  3. By Su on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    That is great! Thanks for sharing

  4. By Ashley on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    Yay! Another top for me to try! I wore my first one out today…. Thanks!!

  5. By Abby on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    I love this! I will try it soon :)

  6. By Kathryn on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    It is an adorable top and one I want to try. Thanks for sharing the tutorial on this!

  7. By nikonikobaby on Jun 24, 2009 | Reply

    This is awesome–and it would look cute with a little white shirt under it, too. Can you please do an action shot?

  8. By mksuffolk on Jun 25, 2009 | Reply

    thank you for showing how you made this top, as well as others you have done. it makes your blog extra great, you not only share what you have made but teach others how to make it for themselves. i know it takes a lot of time. you did a good job copying the expensive one. (= can't wait to see more

  9. By nicola on Jun 25, 2009 | Reply

    love it! thanks!
    nicola
    http://whichname.blogspot.com

  10. By Rachel@oneprettything.com on Jun 25, 2009 | Reply

    Wow, I love, love, LOVE this! I can't wait to hunt down some fabric and make my own. This style is wonderful! I'll be linking.

  11. By casserole on Jun 26, 2009 | Reply

    Do you know how hard it will be to get my work done in the next few days when what I really want to be doing is making a jillion of these tops? So cruel!! I posted a link to your tutorial on Craft Gossip Sewing:
    http://sewing.craftgossip.com/tutorial-round-yoke-sleeveless-blouse/2009/06/26/
    –Anne

  12. By suzof7 on Jun 27, 2009 | Reply

    This exact top is on my agenda. Well, actually, a dress with the same neckline. I've been planning on giving it a go on my own, and your tutorial is only going to help. Thank you!

  13. By crssylee on Jun 28, 2009 | Reply

    I can follow you patterns with no problem but get very intimadated by the ones you buy. I need to make a sundress for a wedding – any ideas?

    Thank you!

  14. By kathi on Jun 28, 2009 | Reply

    Awesome job. I am so impressed when people are brave enough to make something without a pattern–I'm too chicken and too regimented. But maybe I'll try your great tutorial.

  15. By Sandra on Jun 29, 2009 | Reply

    I cannot believe my luck! I have wanted this exact style of top for over a year but would not buy it retail, telling myself "oh, I can make that." Have I? Um, no. But now I think I really will!!!! Thank you thank you!!

  16. By Kristy on Jun 29, 2009 | Reply

    Gorgeous! In fact I love your version more than the expensive Anthroologie one

  17. By MissesStitches on Jun 30, 2009 | Reply

    Good for you for making this on your own! Nice job.

  18. By curiositys on Jun 30, 2009 | Reply

    Very pretty…I am always looking to anthro for inspiration as well!

  19. By Dana V. on Jul 1, 2009 | Reply

    I found you through the CRAFT Mag blog, and I think I love you. You're fabulous! I'm adding you to my blog reader! Thanks!

  20. By Carly on Jul 2, 2009 | Reply

    So great! Thanks for the tutorial! Here's my version – I linked to you! http://faithfamilyandfrugality.blogspot.com/2009/07/sewing-clothes-for-myself.html

  21. By Claire on Jul 2, 2009 | Reply

    Thanks so much for this tutorial. I've been pining for a shirt like this, but have been too afraid to attempt creating one on my own. This is the perfect starting point. Many thanks!

  22. By broji on Jul 13, 2009 | Reply

    i love it!!!!!!!!!!!!

  23. By Anonymous on Jul 17, 2009 | Reply

    Please do more of these ASAP! They are great!

  24. By perrine on Jul 18, 2009 | Reply

    Hello!
    I really like your how to. I was wondering if I could translate it in French and add it to my list of how to as explained in my french post (http://www.petitcitron.com/index.php/form_howto.html)
    Of course, your website would be quoted and there would be a link!
    Thank you,
    Perrine

  25. By Holly from Sustainable Suppers on Aug 22, 2009 | Reply

    This is gorgeous!

    I like it even better than the Anthropologie one.

    Thank you so much for such a detailed, step-by-step tutorial; I am new at this. ;)

  26. By Web Design Quote on Sep 3, 2009 | Reply

    Its a great post on the anthropologie. I haven't seen this before but your post give me information more about this.Keep it up.

  27. By Evyline Alexandra on Oct 21, 2009 | Reply

    great tutorial!!thanks for sharing
    i finish mine,
    http://petitecrafterella.blogspot.com

  28. By amber on Mar 4, 2011 | Reply

    I am new to sewing. I have made a few pillowcase dresses
    and a small handbag. Would you suggest this project for a
    beginner?

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