Boatneck Top PDF Pattern

I’ve now made two of these. It’s a lovely style and is really good for layering. I plan to make more but I’ve lengthened the body by a couple of inches.
I love the way straight stitch is used on the neck and hems. I’ve previously used a twin needle but never managed to get the tension right . Getty’s method is just perfect. The tees go perfectly with my two pairs of Worker trousers.
Would highly recommend .

I like this pattern a lot. It was easy in the main albeit I struggled a little to understand the instructions for the neck facing. It is that feature that makes it different to just a standard boat neck T-shirt. I’ve written notes for the next one!

My first MSC make without the aid of one of Hetty’s excellent video tutorials. I was assured by the team that the pattern would be easy to follow and they weren’t wrong. My toile came together really easily. The fit of the garment is really good, I just need to lengthen the sleeves and body a little. This pattern has really boosted my confidence as a newbie to clothes making. I will definitely be making more boatneck tops.

I would like to praise the Boatneck Top. At first glance, it looks like a basic top, but the cut is really elevated, far from an ordinary simple top pattern. That makes it fit perfectly on me and super comfy. Moreover, it has such a big advantage for home sewists: You don't need any ribbing or other binding that might not be as professional as RTW shirts. All you need to do is pay a little extra attention and take time to carefully follow the instructions for the neck construction. I use my walking foot for the straight seams, which does the trick very well, even on very light or slippery fabrics. It's such a staple—I made a couple for me and my daughter as well. Fabric consumption is minimal!

A great top, the facing elevates it. I will be making more.

The pattern is easy and beautiful, but I have a few reflections: I think the notches around the corners are unnecessary, so I only trace the notches around the sleeve and the neck. The neck can be a bit tricky to attach to the body with a serger, but I found that it is easier if you sew a straight stitch with your sewingmachine before finishing with your serger.

What a lovely pattern. The neck band application was new to me but turned out great . Already working on my second one.

I have really enjoyed making and wearing this top. It is the first time I have used this pattern company and I am very impressed. The instructions are very clear well illustrated and easy to follow. My measurements put me in a size 10. I made a toile and found that the back neckline gapped, I adjusted the pattern made another toile and it was perfect. The fabric I used for my top is a lightweight wool with a lot of stretch and I couldn’t be more pleased with it the fit is great. I have made three altogether now as it was so successful. I had left over fabric with each top so made ‘cowl necks’ to match,it makes my top more versatile giving me two looks. I would recommend this top quick and easy to make. Thanks Hetty.

This is another super pattern from Hetty. It is no ordinary tee shirt! The neckline is lovely and the construction is very clever. Great instructions. I did find that it came up a bit small (the first size I made - my usual size for MSC - was a bit tighter than skin tight). I do prefer slightly longer arms so I've adjusted my pattern. I've made 3 now and have more planned. It really is worth getting this pattern for the neckline alone! Thank you so much Hetty.

great pattern!

I have tried a few different patterns for a knit top. All have been disappointing in fit and finish. Enter the boatneck top and I couldn't be happier with the result. Finally a top that fits perfectly, particularly the all important neckline which is very flattering. I made my top in ZQ Premium merino jersey from the Fabric Store and it is perfect for our southern hemisphere winter. This top is in constant rotation as the weather cools, and is oh so comfortable. Pure bliss.

This was my first return to dressmaking after 20 years. I had been looking at Hetty's patterns for some time as I love the classic lines and design. I ordered this pattern as soon as it dropped because shirt tops don't really suit me and
I much prefer the shape of the boatneck top. I have never stitched with stretch material before and have a Janome Sewist machine and was reassured by the fact that an overlocker was not a prerequisite of doing the pattern. I used a stash mixed fibre stretch fabric from John Lewis to try the pattern out.
I started by going through all the 'getting started videos' which I found incredibly helpful and apart from learning tips I had never been told it gave me confidence to try the top. The instructions were very detailed and clear and it came together without any problems. I used a stretch straight stitch and finished the seams with a zig zag stitch as instructed and am delighted with the finished product which is a perfect fit. The boatneck sits beautifully and the stitch detail makes it look very professional. I am thrilled and have already bought some cotton jersey to do another top. I have found the blogs really useful in seeing how hacks can modify each pattern to suit preferences and I have my eye on the worker trouser as a next pattern.

I love this top - it was exactly what I was hoping to find in my pattern search, which brought me to this great pattern company! The neckline is unique but also drafted perfectly; it sits so beautifully at the neckline. The instructions are very clear and straightforward. You can tell there is both love and expertise in the drafting of these patterns and instructions.
Hetty was very quick to respond to an inquiry I had as well, which is very much appreciated. I will make this top in multiples, and look so forward to sewing her other patterns!

Great shape, and the neck sits beautifully. Made in a lightweight Liberty jersey. So easy to put together with such good instructions Love Modern Sewing patterns 😁! Professional and such classic shapes. But easy to sew at same time.