Women's Side Tie Ruffle Hem Top---Sewing Tutorial + Free PDF Sewing Pattern for Bust Sizes 30 to 44

   

Here's another free PDF sewing pattern for women. This is a pattern for side tie top for women's bust sizes 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, and 44 (that is, sizes XS to XXL).

This sleeveless top has a fun ruffle hem and cute side ties you can adjust for an easy, flattering fit. 

Just toss it over a long top, shirt, or dress like a vest, and you've got an easy, cool vibe that takes your outfit to the next level.   

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This is the measurement chart I used to create this pattern. Please select the pattern size according to your bust size. 

Seam allowances:

Seam allowances are included in the pattern.

Top's bodice part:

1/2 inch for the neck line and armhole

1/2 inch for the sides and shoulders

1/2 inch at the hemline

Ruffle:

Top edge: 1/2 inch

Sides: 1/2 inch

Bottom edge: 3/4 inch

Note: This pattern includes approximately 3 inches of ease around the bust line. However, if you have a fuller bust, consider adding ¾ inch or more to each side seam of both the front and back pieces. Additionally, you can lower the armhole by about an inch—or adjust it further based on your preference.

Download link:

Click here to download the free side tie ruffle hem top PDF sewing pattern.

How to Print and Assemble the PDF Pattern Pages:

Click here to learn how to print and assemble the PDF pattern pages. 

Fabric Requirement Chart (Including ruffle)

Bust size (inches)	Size	44″ (112 cm) fabric	58–60″ (147–150 cm) fabric
30	XS	1.8 m (2 yd)	1.4 m (1.5 yd)
32	S	1.8 m (2 yd)	1.4 m (1.5 yd)
34	S	1.9 m (2.1 yd)	1.5 m (1.65 yd)
36	M	1.9 m (2.1 yd)	1.5 m (1.65 yd)
38	M	2.0 m (2.2 yd)	1.6 m (1.75 yd)
40	L	2.0 m (2.2 yd)	1.6 m (1.75 yd)
42	XL	2.1 m (2.3 yd)	1.7 m (1.85 yd)
44	XXL	2.1 m (2.3 yd)	1.7 m (1.85 yd)

 

Bias Tape Length Estimates (XS–XXL)

Here’s a practical guide:

Note: By 2.5 yards (2.3 m), I mean the total length of bias tape you’ll need to cut for finishing the neckline, both armholes, and the side seams with ties. Think of it as the sum of all those edges plus extra allowance for the ties themselves.

So for each size (XS–XXL), the measurement I gave is the overall continuous length you’ll want to prepare. You can cut it into separate strips for neckline, armholes, and side seams, or make longer strips and divide them as you sew. It’s always wise to cut a little extra so you don’t run short when turning corners or finishing ends.

How this is calculated:

• Neckline: ~24–28″ depending on size.
• Armholes (2): ~18–22″ each.
• Side seams (2): ~20–24″ each, plus extra for ties.
• Add ~10–12″ per tie if you want longer bows.

It’s always best to cut bias tape a little longer than estimated—you can trim excess later.

How to Sew?

1. With right sides facing join the front and back bodices at the shoulders.

2. Finish the armhole with bias tape

3. Finish the sides. Start pinning a long bias tape to both sides of the top. While pinning it, sandwich fabric ties under the bias tape on each side and sew. Fold the bias tape to the wrong side and sew. 

4. Fold the sides and bottom edge of the ruffle strip. Then, gather the top edge of the ruffle strip and attach it to the hemline of the top. Serge the raw edges, or use a bias tape to cover it.

5. Finish the neckline by attaching bias tape.

Done!

Please check the link below to get some idea on how to attach the bias strips to the sides of the top, as well as the fabric ties. 

Baby dress sewing tutorial

You can completely hide the bias tape under, or you can use a contrast fabric as shown in the baby dress sewing tutorial.

You can attach the fabric ties in different ways you prefer. You can sandwich the fabric ties under the bias tape, and then fold down the bias tape; attach them after you have folded down and sewn the bias tape; or attach them on the outside over the bias tape. The design choice is up to you!

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Happy sewing!

---Flora