Nittany Top Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF)

(27 customer reviews)

US$13.00

If you are looking for a lightweight, breathable and flattering garment for the summer, look no further than the Nittany Top! There is something extra sweet about a pleated neckline, and you can choose to add the keyhole for even more interest. An optional sash allows you to cinch the top at the waist, but it will look super cute if you skip the sash and wear a belt with it. Alternatively, tuck (or half-tuck) the top in your favorite jeans for a casual look!   

Nittany Top Features:

  • Options for cup sizes
  • Pleated round neckline
  • Optional keyhole at the center front neckline
  • Short sleeves
  • Shirttail hem
  • Optional Sash
  • Partially-lined in the front
  • Designed for lightweight woven fabric

Skill Level: Intermediate

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

Don’t want to print and tape paper together? The Nittany 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

Intermediate

Knit or woven

Woven

Format

Digital download

File

A0, A4 / US Letter

Layers

Included

Seam allowances

Included

27 reviews for Nittany Top Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF)

  1. Anonymous

    A great all round top that will go with just about everything.

  2. Nancy

    perfect

  3. Candy

    I made this in a lovely rayon fabric. It fits perfectly and the instructions were extremely well written. You are my favorite pattern designer!

  4. Jean

    This top is a classic piece. It is simple but with a different neckline that will make a stand-alone top or look good under an open shirt or a jacket. It will make up in anything from a casual rayon/cotton to a fine silk and will be timeless.

  5. Helena

    Pleats make the top and work out when you take your time and baste as you go.

  6. Judith

    Well written instructions. Great pattern.

  7. Bronwyn

    Very happy

  8. Marilyn

    Have now made three of these, two for my daughter and one for myself. Will be making more.

  9. catherine

    fait dans un crêpon de viscose ,à refaire mais je recherche le bon tissu

  10. Anonymous

    Front was too wide. Extra fabric in center front at neck and bust was too much. Would like to have more smaller pleats at neckline rather than 2 on each side. Overall, a much better pattern than any others I’ve tried to fit over my DD bust. It fit well through the neck and armhole.

  11. Françoise

    Joli et des options pour avoir un top sur-mesure.

  12. Shiek Hamida

    Good dear, keep them coming♥️

  13. Julia

    Another great pattern. Good instructions and sizes are so accommodating.

  14. Pat

    Lovely pattern that is easy to sew and has beautiful results.

  15. Teresa

    The Nittany pattern fit very well with few adjustments and the instructions are so wonderfully written. Bravo for taking the time to made a quality pattern!

  16. Anonymous

    Beautiful pattern! As always Kennis’ directions are flawless. Don’t pass this by thinking it would be difficult to make. Just wish there was a long sleeve option to span the seasons.

  17. Vicki

    Great directions! Enjoyed making!

  18. Margo

    Very detailed instructions, particularly for the pleats. Only issue I had was I am used to 5/8″ seams so I had to be extra careful. Love the different cup sizing on the pattern. Only adjustment I made was I shortened it for my petite frame.

  19. Tiina

    Nice and elegant!

  20. Katherine

    Runs a little big but easy to make and looks great!

  21. Patsy Hanson

    I made a very wearable muslin. Now deciding on special fabric

  22. Sabine

    A great pattern with wonderful instructions. As always, with Itch to Stitch patterns. I sewed a blouse from a fine silk and am very happy with it. I will sew this pattern a few more times.

  23. Jos

    Another great pattern by Itch to Stitch!

  24. Anonymous

    Loved the sleeves ..pattern instructions clear..

  25. Rose Mary

    This is a beautiful top. The fit was perfect for me. The instructions were incredibly clear. It was a pleasure to make.

  26. Sheila

    Thoroughly enjoy these patterns with easy comprehension instructions

  27. Tine

    Love the neck line, an the keyhole.

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Material

Primary Fabric Lightweight, non-stretch, woven fabric with some drape, such as viscose/cotton blend, viscose/linen blend, rayon challis, georgette, silk, satin, crepe, chambray and batik.

Lining Very light-weight, non-stretch, woven fabric such as voile and batiste. It can be the same as the primary fabric.

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 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 5/8 1 5/8 1 5/8 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 3/4 1 7/8 1 7/8
135 cm Wide cm 90 140 140 140 150 150 150 160 160 160 170 170
Lining
54\” Wide yard 1/2 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8 5/8
135 cm Wide cm 50 50 50 50 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60
22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40
Primary Fabric
54\” Wide yard 1 7/8 1 7/8 1 7/8 1 7/8 2 2 2 2 1/8 2 1/8 2 1/8
135 cm Wide cm 170 170 170 170 180 180 180 190 190 190
Lining
54\” Wide yard 5/8 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4
135 cm Wide cm 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 70 70 70
Nittany Top Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF) was last modified: October 25th, 2023 by Kennis Wong
Body Measurements
inch
cm
00 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
Bust
A Cup 3018
76.5
3012
80
3278
83.5
3414
87
3558
90.5
37
94
3838
97.5
3934
101
4118
104.5
4212
108
4378
111.5
4514
115
B Cup 3118
79
3212
82.5
3378
86
3514
89.5
3658
93
38
96.5
3938
100
4034
103.5
4218
107
4312
110.5
4478
114
4614
117.5
C Cup 3218
81.5
3312
85
3478
88.5
3614
92
3758
95.5
39
99
4038
102.5
4134
106
4318
109.5
4412
113
4578
116.5
4714
120
D Cup 3318
84
3412
87.5
3578
91
3714
94.5
3858
98
40
101.5
4138
105
4234
108.5
4418
112
4512
115.5
4678
119
4814
122.5
DD Cup 3418
86.5
3512
90
3678
93.5
3814
97
3958
100.5
41
104
4238
107.5
4334
111
4518
114.5
4612
118
4778
121.5
4914
125
Waist 2538
64.5
2634
68
2818
71.5
2912
75
3078
78.5
3214
82
3358
85.5
35
89
3638
92.5
3734
96
3918
99.5
4012
103
Hip 3318
84
3412
87.5
3578
91
3714
94.5
3858
98
40
101.5
4138
105
4234
108.5
4418
112
4512
115.5
4678
119
4814
122.5
inch
cm
22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40
Bust
B Cup 4758
121
49
124.5
5038
128
5134
131.5
5318
135
5412
138.5
5578
142
5714
145.5
5858
149
60
152.5
C Cup 4858
123.5
50
127
5138
130.5
5234
134
5418
137.5
5512
141
5678
144.5
5814
148
5958
151.5
61
155
D Cup 4958
126
51
129.5
5238
133
5334
136.5
5518
140
5612
143.5
5778
147
5914
150.5
6058
154
62
157.7
DD Cup 5058
128.5
52
132
5338
135.5
5434
139
5618
142.5
5712
146
5878
149.5
6014
153
6158
156.6
63
160
Waist 4178
106.5
4314
110
4458
113.5
46
117
4738
120.5
4834
124
5018
127.5
5112
131
5278
134.5
5414
138
Hip 4958
126
51
129.5
5238
133
5314
136.5
5518
140
5612
143.5
5778
147
5914
150.5
6058
154
62
157.5

How to choose your size

  1. Determine your cup size—subtract the circumference of your over bust from the circumference of the fullest part of your bust. If the rounded difference is 1″ (2.5 cm), use A cup; 2″ (5 cm), use B cup; 3″ (7.5 cm), use C cup; 4″ (10 cm), use D cup; 5″ (12.5 cm), use DD cup.
  2. After determining the cup size, compare your bust circumference (fullest part) to the “Body 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 “Body 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 “Body 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.