Batwing Top

Added Jul 18, 2009

by pixelink

Hobart, Australia

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Description

I’m not a pattern maker, but managed to draft this easy top on my computer. It is a PDF print at home with separate PDF instructions. It wasn’t very easy to create these files and I have great appreciation for BurdaStyle and anyone else who has uploaded patterns on this site.
The top is very simple to make, hardest part is the mitred V-neckline, can be altered to whatever you find easiest. Check the related techniques “T Shirt V Neck How to Finish” or " Step-by-step Batwing" for other V-neck options.

Material Notes

My design has been made using any stretch knit, but I'm sure other fabrics would also work. Rib for the neckline.

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Garment Type
Tanks/T’s

33 Comments

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    Feb 1, 2012, 12.40 AMby ana101085

    Hi can you send me the patterns? amoradg@hotmail.com

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    Jan 10, 2012, 04.49 PMby violetfard

    hi there, could you email it to me as well? I cant seem to download it!

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    Jan 8, 2012, 09.33 PMby maagtablet

    Thanks for the amazing pattern!

    I’m going to give this a try really soon. I think I’m going to try make it longer, to make it into a dress. Of course I’d have to add a belt! I can’t wait to start! lol!

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    Sep 7, 2011, 08.20 PMby WhisperingPines

    I made this top for myself (my first pattern off of burdastyle too) and I absolutely loved it! Honestly, I think it was your pattern that got me so hooked on this sight! The pattern was reallly easy to follow and the end product looks awesome! Love it, Love it, Love it! Such an in pattern too- over 41,000 downloads? Incredibly awesome job with this top!!! :D

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    Sep 3, 2011, 05.47 PMby Yuki M

    Thank you for sharing great pattern ! I got really really nice wardrobe !!

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    May 30, 2011, 04.58 PMby architectura

    I may have missed it, but how much fabric is needed? I really want to make this, but I have to get some fabric…

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    Jan 13, 2011, 11.30 PMby tvolcan

    Hi there – I am DYING to make this but just recently started sewing. Could you give me a tip on how i can increase the pattern so it fits a size medium? Also, is the pdf available in a format that fits on 8.5″×11″ paper?

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    Dec 17, 2010, 10.56 PMby Helena Holmgren

    thank you so much for this pattern. I’ve just finished mine and I’m super happy with it! Can’t wait to make another version soon!

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    Dec 6, 2010, 08.32 AMby graveflower

    Hi, this is one of my favorites on this entire site. I am excited to use up some of my stash on this pattern. How much fabric does it take? Some of my pieces are only one yard. Thank you!

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    Oct 21, 2010, 09.09 PMby madyb

    Thank you so much for this lovely pattern!!I just finished making the top and it looks fantastic!The pattern is really easy to follow and it actually gives much courage for further patterns to a novice like me!

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      Oct 22, 2010, 02.21 AMby pixelink

      CHEERS FOR SUCH WONDERFUL COMMENTS, hopefully you’ve uploaded so I can see your version. PIXX

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    Jul 12, 2010, 10.42 PMby kiwi-holly

    When you say magic tape to stabilise is that just sticky tape or iron on tape? Thanks for the pattern too!!

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      Jul 15, 2010, 11.18 PMby pixelink

      Thanks for query. We call it “Scotch Magic Tape” in Aus, it’s just tape which can easily be removed.

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    Mar 6, 2010, 05.18 AMby kris77

    where are the instructions??

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      Mar 6, 2010, 10.13 PMby pixelink

      within the “print at copy shop” link

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    Feb 21, 2010, 03.00 PMby drealea88

    can´t download any pattern for free … why?

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      Mar 6, 2010, 10.14 PMby pixelink

      let me know if you want me to email the PDF’s directly

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    Feb 19, 2010, 11.14 PMby prairieponygirl

    it won’t download for me! all it says is error !

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      Mar 6, 2010, 10.14 PMby pixelink

      let me know if you want me to email the PDF’s directly

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    Jan 14, 2010, 03.51 PMby imnotyrbabe

    cool love it ^^

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    Jan 11, 2010, 10.48 AMby lizzie225

    this is sweet! thanks for sharing

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    Jan 10, 2010, 02.24 PMby almatinka

    I love this top! I don’t know if I can wear something like it (due to my figure), but I surely will try it in some “bargain” fabric to see if it works on me, because it looks sooo nice and I want one! :-) Thank you for the pattern!!!!

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      Jan 10, 2010, 02.31 PMby almatinka

      P.S. It should tell you how much I love this top – I clicked “Get it” and then noticed that I already had it in my account history TWICE before!!! :-)

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      Jan 10, 2010, 09.11 PMby pixelink

      your most welcome, if you need any help along the way let me know. If your concerned about the shape, perhaps a really wide waistband at the hem, would look great as a tunic style dress over jeans or leggings. Thanks for your comments ;-)

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      Jan 10, 2010, 09.33 PMby almatinka

      Thanks for the advice. Actually I am more concerned about my bust than my waist (and the waistband is not going to resolve that, unfortunately). I just don’t know how batwing sleeves will look with a large bust.

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      Jan 10, 2010, 09.33 PMby almatinka

      I usually have to be very careful about what I choose to sew, because some styles just don’t look right on me.

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    Jan 5, 2010, 01.58 AMby edward2010

    Do I have to print the pattern on A4 paper or can I do it on letter size?

    And since I am making this for a friend, could you help me with the sizings?

    She is small, but just to be sure! Edward W.

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      Jan 5, 2010, 09.26 AMby pixelink

      Ohh, sorry the PDF is set up on A4 size printout, let me know if you get stuck, I’ll see if it’s easy enough to resave as a letter PDF. The model in pic is wearing size S, which is AUS sizes 8-10, hopefully this will give you an indication. Good luck.

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    Dec 22, 2009, 01.29 PMby animala

    I absolutely LOVE the print (the top is great too). Any chance you would share the print as well? ;)

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    Dec 20, 2009, 06.27 AMby goldilox

    which pattern maker did you use?

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      Dec 20, 2009, 07.26 AMby pixelink

      I created the pattern on my computer in Adobe Illustrator. Firstly scanned my hand-drawn drafted pattern on my flatbed scanner, it was a little tedious as my scanner is only A4 size.

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    Dec 15, 2009, 10.36 PMby amettee

    did you print the image yourself or did the fabric come like that? I love it!

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      Dec 16, 2009, 03.47 AMby pixelink

      Thanks, I created the print using silk screening method, the style of the top is rather plain, therefore some sort of pattern of print would be a good idea.

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    Dec 14, 2009, 03.43 AMby pixelink

    MESSAGE FOR MEMBER LAURIE ADLER… can you please send me your email address, I cannot reply to the email you sent via Burda. Thanks.

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    Dec 10, 2009, 05.23 PMby akwa

    Beautiful and sexy! I like also the print.

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    Dec 10, 2009, 10.48 AMby leti83

    sorry, always say me “invalid file format”. What’s it matter?

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      Dec 14, 2009, 02.31 AMby pixelink

      If you can’t download the PDF’s, send me your email address and I’ll see if I can email you another file.

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    Dec 3, 2009, 05.57 PMby kosmika

    Great top! and thanks for the patten (in size L !!!! :) I adore you)

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    Dec 2, 2009, 02.18 PMby seemane

    Fab top, fab pattern & great illustrations on your instructions too (so professional looking). :)

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    Dec 2, 2009, 01.44 PMby barbaraagatha

    Thank you so much for uploading a pattern. I’ve thought about it sometime, but the task always seemed overwhelming. Thank you thank you :)

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    Dec 1, 2009, 09.16 PMby nehmah

    Please, don’t apologize for having trouble with this site. I appreciate the free pattern and your instructions were easy to follow. This will be on a Xmas list for a friend who needs some new tops for her first job, outside the home, in 15 years. Cordially, Nehmah

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      Dec 1, 2009, 10.42 PMby pixelink

      WOW, the greatest gifts are those which are handmade, even more special when it’s for a friend, they will make great comfy tops to work in, thanks for comment. ;-)

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    Dec 1, 2009, 03.09 PMby cae-mor

    thanks for the pattern!!! looks great on you…

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      Dec 1, 2009, 10.45 PMby pixelink

      thank you

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    Dec 1, 2009, 02.57 PMby holidaypepper

    So cute! Thanks for posting the pattern!

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    • Pixeforburda_thumb

      Dec 1, 2009, 10.45 PMby pixelink

      more than welcome, now I know what to do, I will attempt to share more in my free time

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