Mei Top Pattern
Mei Top Pattern
The Mei Top is the statement piece that’s been missing from your wardrobe! Mei is a fully lined, formfitting, Cheongsam-style top that celebrates fashion history and culture.
The design is multi-faceted, coming with several different variant options so you can make a piece that is truly unique and customized to your preferences. However you choose to make and style Mei, remember, this pattern is made to be loved and lived in everyday. 💋
Worried that the Mei Top won’t be a good fit? Don't be!
Not only has Mei been tested by a wide range of sewists of various body types and sizes, there’s also a detailed fit guide where you’ll find helpful tips, adjustments, and suggestions to support you on your sewing journey.
This pattern Includes
This pattern Includes
- Comprehensive, step by step PDF instructions for adventurous beginners and beyond
- A detailed fit guide tailored to the Mei Top
- Digital print at home files for A4
- Large Format File A0
- Projector files
- A detailed video tutorial to reference
- All pattern files come with layers!
Design Details
Design Details
- Mandarin Collar
- Fully lined garment
- Nursing friendly
- Customizable closure options
- Big-bust friendly
Sizing
Sizing
Upper Bust: 27.5" - 60.5" | 70cm - 154cm
Full Bust: 27.5" - 70.5" | 70cm - 179cm
Waist: 22" - 55" | 56cm - 140cm
⬇️ See below for more sizing info
Fabric Recommendations
Fabric Recommendations
You’re encouraged to…
- Use medium-weight woven fabrics for the outer garment
- Opt for a cotton or natural fiber for the lining
- Avoid fabrics with stretch
- Explore using upcycled or thrifted material(s) for this project
⬇️ See below for fabric requirements
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
This is a digital product and does not include a physical pattern. Because this is a digital product there is no returns nor refunds.
The Mei Top is intended for personal use only, and cannot be used for profit or resale of finished garments unless given written permission from the creator of the Mei Top. Contact wendy@bbreathdesigns.com for licensing and pricing information.
If my size chart is too small, email me and I will grade the pattern up to your size at no additional cost!
With your order, you have expressly consented to the immediate delivery of your digital products, and thereby acknowledged the loss of your statutory right to withdraw from this contract and receive a refund. Again, this is a digital product and there will be no refunds available upon purchase.
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Sizing
When choosing your size all you need is three measurements: Upper Bust, Full Bust, and your Waist. We recommend choosing the size or sizes that are closest to your cup size and waist measurement. If those measurements do not correlate to one size, no worries – consider grading between sizes. The instructions and fit guide walk you through grading.
Cup Size Recommendations
This pattern has 11 cup sizes. You can figure out your cup size by subtracting your Upper Bust from your Full Bust, in other words:
Cup Size = Full Bust - Upper Bust
The bust is true to size with some ease on the back and the waist has a 1.5" ease or 4 cm included. There are instructions for adjusting the pattern pieces at the full bust to waist, should you need to tailor the pattern.
Note: Wear no undergarments when measuring your Upper Bust, wear the undergarments you plan on wearing with this top when measuring your full bust, and make sure that the measuring tape is leveled with the ground for the full bust and waist! The upper bust is around your chest just below your armpit.
Choosing Your Size
These are examples of what I would recommend sizing wise for the following 3 models. This does not, however, take into account how you want the garment to fit on you. For example, if you want a more loose fitting top and a 1.5" / 4cm ease is not enough for you, you can size up on the waist measurement. OR if you want a more form fitting, with little to no ease, and a 1.5" ease is too much, you can size down! Regardless, a mockup is highly recommended since all patterns will need some form of adjustment.
Fabric Requirements
This chart shows the fabric requirements needed for the size that you're making rounded up to the next ½ yard.The measurements do not account for fabric shrinkage because all fabrics shrink at different rates. Please take this into account when choosing fabric.
Bias tape is needed for this top and it is NOT included in the fabric requirements. Please take this into account when making your own bias tape.
