Gothenburg Top Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF)

(29 customer reviews)

US$12.00

The Gothenburg Top is the epitome of casual chic. With simple lines, the wonderfully easy and elegant Gothenburg lets the fabric do all the talking. The Gothenburg is designed for structured knit fabric, and as a result, the funnel neck stands up to create an interesting feature.Β 

Gothenburg Top Features:

  • Options for cup sizes
  • Bust darts for a great bust fit
  • Funnel neckline
  • Long set-in sleeves
  • Slightly dipped back hem
  • Designed for structured knit fabric

Skill Level: Beginner+

Sizes: 00 – 40 (See “Size Chart” tab below for detailed measurements)

Don’t want to print and tape paper together? The Gothenburg Top pattern now includes an additional large format file (size A0 paper) that you can send to your print shop to print!

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Description

See Pattern Release Announcement for more photos.

Additional information

Sizes

00 to 40

Cup sizes

A, B, C, D & DD

Skill level

Beginner+

Knit or woven

Knit

Format

Digital download

File

A0, A4 / US Letter

Layers

Included

Seam allowances

Included

29 reviews for Gothenburg Top Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF)

  1. Anonymous

    very easy to follow and a lovely result

  2. leslie

    I was able to make my standard adjustments easily make this fit me perfectly.

  3. Sallie

    I love this top. I made a medium but may need go to small, but love, love, love.

  4. Shirley

    I used a mid weight cotton knit for this top, perfect for cooler weather.

  5. Melanie

    Absolutely LOVE the Gotherburg top pattern! It’s an easy make and a joy to wear : )

  6. Charlotte

    I think the neckline is unique and perfect for my aesthetic and body type. ITS patterns always exceed my expectations.

  7. Suzy Hattaway

    Another beautiful Itch to Stitch pattern and a very quick and easy sew. Box darts add lovely shaping. Will definitely be making a few more!

  8. Carol

    I have so far made three of these in a weekso it hows what a comfy top it is. The pattern is well drafted and all comes together very easily.

  9. Susan Kreft

    I love you classic patterns, they will be around for ever!!!

  10. Martine

    Absolutely love this pattern! Love the retro vibe!

  11. Diane

    Very nice pattern and it is very flattering, as it brings the eye up toward your face!! :+)

  12. polly l maxwell

    Love this top, I’ve made it twice now, I love the neck
    line, it reminds me of something out of the 50’s.

  13. Lynda

    Cute top. A bit too much fabric on the front of my 8D attempt. I am going to try an 8c next.

  14. Vanessa

    I love how chic this pattern looks, and how it only takes a small amount of time to sew!! The funnel neckline is a stunningly unique feature!

  15. Bee

    Lovely pattern, immaculate drafting and an enjoyable sew. Really happy with the final result which I made in navy and red striped French terry. I’ll certainly make more 😁

  16. Haze

    Absolutely love it amazing fit, thank you so much

  17. angie

    Again, all I had to do with this pattern is shorten the sleeves and body. Very comfortable. Made it out of a light weight ponte.

  18. Laura

    I made the Gothenburg in a bamboo/cotton french terry and the funnel neck had just a nice bit of drape. Love the cup options and wonderful instructions!

  19. Janice

    Beautiful pattern as always!

  20. Brigetta

    Super easy sew with great results. I’m planning on making many more for winter (just waiting for the more weighty fabrics to arrive).

  21. Gay

    Always love your patterns.

  22. Barbara

    It’s a great pattern and I love getting it in pdf

  23. Anonymous

    The Gothenberg top is simplicity at its best. The simple lines hold great style detail. This top is a modern spin on a classic 60’s style. Based on the fabric you choose this can either be a cozy comfy casual top or a more work worthy wardrobe piece. The basic sewing lines make this a great beginner project yet should not be overlooked by the experienced sewer. It is a quick sew that can be traced, cut and sewn in an afternoon then worn to dinner in the evening. For a more sporty look add the thumb cuff from the Uvita top add on pattern and make out of an athletic weight fleece or wicking knit.

  24. Joy

    Great warm top !

  25. Barbara

    Thank you for the easy pattern. I’m so glad you have a link to Karina Trinidad. She gave me confidence to your pattern.

  26. Mary

    I did a hack and added princess seams front and back. Yes I would definitely use this pattern again.

  27. remediosgallego

    I’ve two tops so far. The first one with a thick fleece and the second with a striped french terry. Both look great.

    In this pattern the lines of the drawing go beyond the margins, that’s so great for using “Assemble PDF patterns, the quick way” that Kennis showed us in her post.

    It’s a wonderful pattern that is quick and easy to make. I love it.

  28. rloharris

    The cup sizing is a game changer and I love the great fit all over, the neckline is classy and it’s a great pattern to showcase bold prints or chic stripes. It was an enjoyable project to sew (I used a normal sewing machine). I made mine in cotton jersey but I plan to make the next in a floral scuba!

  29. auschick

    This was a quick and easy sew for me! The most time consuming thing was deciding on which fabric to use! I ended up using a nylon ponte. Next time I’d prefer to use a sweater knit – maybe a cozy French terry or something. I’ve written more about this project on my blog.

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Material

Primary Fabric Medium weight structured knit fabric with 25-35% stretch. Structured fabric is essential so that the funnel neck can stand up and not flop down. Examples are ponte, micro fleece, quilted jersey, ottoman rib and scuba.

Other Materials

  • 11” (28 cm) of 3/8” or 1/2” (1 cm or 1.25 cm)-wide straight fusible stay tape (or cut your own using lightweight woven fusible interfacing on the straight grain)

Fabric Requirements

Most natural fibers shrink in the wash; be sure to have enough fabric. The requirements below assume that the fabric is already pre-shrunk.

 

00 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
Primary Fabric
54″ Wide yard 1 5/8 1 5/8 1 5/8 1 5/8 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 3/4 2 1/4
135 cm Wide cm 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 210
22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40
Primary Fabric
54″ Wide yard 2 1/4 2 3/8 2 3/8 2 3/8 2 5/8 2 5/8 2 5/8 2 5/8 2 5/8 2 5/8
135 cm Wide cm 210 210 210 210 240 240 240 240 240 240
Gothenburg Top Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF) was last modified: April 2nd, 2023 by Kennis Wong
Body Measurements
inch
cm
00 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
Bust
A Cup 301⁄8
76.5
301⁄2
80
327⁄8
83.5
341⁄4
87
355⁄8
90.5
37
94
383⁄8
97.5
393⁄4
101
411⁄8
104.5
421⁄2
108
437⁄8
111.5
451⁄4
115
B Cup 311⁄8
79
321⁄2
82.5
337⁄8
86
351⁄4
89.5
365⁄8
93
38
96.5
393⁄8
100
403⁄4
103.5
421⁄8
107
431⁄2
110.5
447⁄8
114
461⁄4
117.5
C Cup 321⁄8
81.5
331⁄2
85
347⁄8
88.5
361⁄4
92
375⁄8
95.5
39
99
403⁄8
102.5
413⁄4
106
431⁄8
109.5
441⁄2
113
457⁄8
116.5
471⁄4
120
D Cup 331⁄8
84
341⁄2
87.5
357⁄8
91
371⁄4
94.5
385⁄8
98
40
101.5
413⁄8
105
423⁄4
108.5
441⁄8
112
451⁄2
115.5
467⁄8
119
481⁄4
122.5
DD Cup 341⁄8
86.5
351⁄2
90
367⁄8
93.5
381⁄4
97
395⁄8
100.5
41
104
423⁄8
107.5
433⁄4
111
451⁄8
114.5
461⁄2
118
477⁄8
121.5
491⁄4
125
Waist 253⁄8
64.5
263⁄4
68
281⁄8
71.5
291⁄2
75
307⁄8
78.5
321⁄4
82
335⁄8
85.5
35
89
363⁄8
92.5
373⁄4
96
391⁄8
99.5
401⁄2
103
Hip 331⁄8
84
341⁄2
87.5
357⁄8
91
371⁄4
94.5
385⁄8
98
40
101.5
413⁄8
105
423⁄4
108.5
441⁄8
112
451⁄2
115.5
467⁄8
119
481⁄4
122.5
inch
cm
22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40
Bust
B Cup 475⁄8
121
49
124.5
503⁄8
128
513⁄4
131.5
531⁄8
135
541⁄2
138.5
557⁄8
142
571⁄4
145.5
585⁄8
149
60
152.5
C Cup 485⁄8
123.5
50
127
513⁄8
130.5
523⁄4
134
541⁄8
137.5
551⁄2
141
567⁄8
144.5
581⁄4
148
595⁄8
151.5
61
155
D Cup 495⁄8
126
51
129.5
523⁄8
133
533⁄4
136.5
551⁄8
140
561⁄2
143.5
577⁄8
147
591⁄4
150.5
605⁄8
154
62
157.7
DD Cup 505⁄8
128.5
52
132
533⁄8
135.5
543⁄4
139
561⁄8
142.5
571⁄2
146
587⁄8
149.5
601⁄4
153
615⁄8
156.6
63
160
Waist 417⁄8
106.5
431⁄4
110
445⁄8
113.5
46
117
473⁄8
120.5
483⁄4
124
501⁄8
127.5
511⁄2
131
527⁄8
134.5
541⁄4
138
Hip 495⁄8
126
51
129.5
523⁄8
133
531⁄4
136.5
551⁄8
140
561⁄2
143.5
577⁄8
147
591⁄4
150.5
605⁄8
154
62
157.5

How to choose your size

  1. Determine your cup sizeβ€”subtract the circumference of your over bust from the circumference of the fullest part of your bust. If the rounded difference is 1β€³ (2.5 cm), use A cup; 2β€³ (5 cm), use B cup; 3β€³ (7.5 cm), use C cup; 4β€³ (10 cm), use D cup; 5β€³ (12.5 cm), use DD cup.
  2. After determining the cup size, compare your bust circumference (fullest part) to the β€œBody Measurements” table. Using the corresponding row for your cup, choose the size that best fits your bust. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
  3. Compare your waist circumference (narrowest part) to the β€œBody Measurements” table. Choose the size that best fits your waist. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
  4. Compare your hip circumference (widest part) to the β€œBody Measurements” table. Choose the size that fits your hip best. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
  5. It’s OK to use different sizes for the bust, waist and hip. The instructions for blending sizes are included in the pattern.
  6. If you are taller or shorter than 5’6” (168 cm), you should consider lengthening or shortening the garment. The instructions for lengthening or shortening are included in the pattern.