This edition of Free Pattern Friday features a free top pattern perfect for scrap busting.
The Linen Lab shares a tutorial for a crop top with 3 different views. It can be made with a minimal amount of fabric and only a couple of hours of time!
This pattern is ideal for lightweight and mediumweight fabrics such as cotton and linen.
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Melon Crop Top – The Linen Lab
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About this Free Crop Top Pattern
The Melon Crop Top is the perfect handmade garment to use up that small amount of fabric in your scraps. It’s made of rectangles based on your own measurements, so you can make the perfect fit. With three views and classic straps, it’s the ideal weekend sew!
A tutorial with plenty of photos, detailed instructions, 21 sizes, and tips to help you out along the way. It’s the perfect tutorial for any beginner looking to sew their first garment.
Scrapbusting projects are always great to have saved, and this one is no exception. All sizes use less than 1 yard. You can mix and match fabrics, use contrasting ties or straps, or finally use those small scraps to make a patchwork version!
photo credit: The Linen Lab
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Fabric Ideas for the Melon Top
This pattern is perfect for lightweight to mediumweight fabrics like cotton and linen.
Linen Madras Plaid
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Linen Rayon Blend
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Navy Stripe Linen
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Gingham Linen
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Nervous about sewing with linen, don’t be intimidated! Check out this video for 5 tips to help you feel confident.
Pattern Details
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Yardage required: under 1 yard for all sizes
- Recommended Tools & Notions: 6″x 24″ ruler, 1″ non-roll elastic, fabric ID tape
- Fabric Recommended: lightweight fabrics such as cotton, linen, blends, or thrifted textiles.
- Where to get it: Check out the free pattern here!
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photo credit: The Linen Lab
Why You Should Sew This Free Pattern
The Linen Lab is known for their high-quality fabrics. They are located in South Korea and have been producing their goods since 1987. Since they only produce fabric in small quantities, the quality and attention to detail are unmatched. There is no middleman, which allows the fabrics to remain affordable for their customers.
I’ve made several garments with The Linen Lab‘s fabric and have plans for many more. I’ve been so impressed with the fabric I’ve sewn up so far. The quality, feel, and drape are second to none, and their prices are affordable.
I was excited to feature this beginner-friendly pattern when The Linen Lab first shared it with me. It’s a quick sew and would be perfect for anyone looking to start their homemade wardrobe. It’s made of two rectangles measured to fit your measurements, so you know it will fit you perfectly. It has 3 views and is easily customizable. You could easily hack this into a dress or a longer shirt!
photo credit: The Linen Lab
The Linen Lab has published two other patterns, including the Lotus Jar Skirt and the Ginkgo Pinafore. If you’re interested in purchasing fabric from The Linen Lab but aren’t ready to commit to yardage, you can grab one of several swatch books with samples of many of their fabrics.
Be sure to check out the #linenlabmelontop hashtag on Instagram for inspiration for your next make!
Have you made the Melon Crop Top pattern yet?
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