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Long-Sleeve Blouse Intermediate XS to 3XL (Bust 80–132 cm / 31.5"–52.0")

Bishop Sleeve Blouse

The Bishop Sleeve Blouse combines Victorian romanticism with modern clean tailoring. Features a neat jewel neckline with narrow collar band, back keyhole closure, billowy long sleeves gathered into neat buttoned cuffs, and a gently curved hem that tucks smoothly into trousers or skirts.

Jump to Downloads Front & Back Views Size & Measurements Fabric & Tools Step-by-Step Instructions

Technical Garment Schematics

Front and back flats illustrating seam lines, hem curves, and design details.

Front Elevation

Back Elevation

Sizing & Measurement Tables

Review both body benchmarks and finished garment ease before cutting your cloth.

Measurement Unit

Toggle between metric and imperial values across all charts

1. Body Measurements Chart

Your physical body dimensions. Measure over undergarments with a snug tape.

Swipe sizes

Size	Bust	Waist	Hip
XS	80 cm	62 cm	88 cm
S	86 cm	68 cm	94 cm
M	94 cm	76 cm	102 cm
L	102 cm	84 cm	110 cm
XL	112 cm	94 cm	120 cm
2XL	122 cm	104 cm	130 cm
3XL	132 cm	116 cm	142 cm

2. Finished Garment Measurements Chart

Dimensions of the sewn garment, including designed wearing ease.

Swipe sizes

Size	Finished Bust	Finished Length	Bottom Hem
XS	92 cm	58 cm	102 cm
S	98 cm	59 cm	108 cm
M	106 cm	60.5 cm	116 cm
L	114 cm	62 cm	124 cm
XL	124 cm	63.5 cm	134 cm
2XL	134 cm	65 cm	144 cm
3XL	144 cm	66.5 cm	154 cm

Size Selection Guidance

Select size based on high bust and shoulder width. The bishop sleeves provide ample freedom of movement.

Wearing Ease Explanation

Generous sleeve ease with +12 cm (+4.7") positive bust ease.

Fabric & Materials

Recommended substrates, stretch allowances, yardage requirements, and required notions.

Recommended Fabrics

Draping light to midweight wovens

Viscose or rayon twill for dramatic billowing sleeve drape
Silk crepe or georgette for fluid luxury
Cotton lawn or voile for crisp poet-style sleeve volume
Tencel lyocell for sustainable everyday elegance

Stretch Requirement: None (0% stretch - stable woven)

Notions & Sewing Tools

Ensure you have these ready before starting.

Notions:

3 buttons (10–12 mm, 1 for back neck, 2 for cuffs)
Fusible lightweight interfacing (0.4 m)
Matching thread

Tools Required:

Sewing machine
Hand needle for button sewing
Pressing iron

Fabric Yardage Requirements

Size Bracket	115 cm (45") Width	150 cm (60") Width
XS – M	2.2 m (2.4 yd)	1.7 m (1.9 yd)
L – XL	2.5 m (2.7 yd)	1.9 m (2.1 yd)
2XL – 3XL	2.8 m (3.1 yd)	2.2 m (2.4 yd)

Seam Allowances & Cutting Layout

Exact seam allowances included in pattern lines, piece list, and cutting discipline.

Standard Seams

1.5 cm (5/8 in) included.

Hem Allowance

1.5 cm (5/8 in) double fold hem.

Neck & Armhole

1.0 cm (3/8 in) for neckband.

Pattern Pieces to Cut

Piece Name	Quantity & Orientation	Grainline / Cutting Notes
Front Bodice on Fold	Cut 1 on fold	Straight of grain
Back Bodice with Keyhole	Cut 1 pair	Straight of grain
Bishop Sleeve	Cut 1 pair	Straight of grain
Sleeve Cuffs	Cut 4 (2 interfaced)	Straight of grain
Neckband	Cut 2	Straight of grain

Fabric Cutting Checklist:

Mark sleeve gather notches and cuff placement points.

Printable Pattern Files

Download PDF files for home printing on standard desktop printers.

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Updated: 2026-03-01

Instructions Available

Complete offline sewing guidebook with dual calibration test squares, yardage charts, pattern piece cut list, numbered steps, and troubleshooting.

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A4 Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for A4 paper (20 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

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US Letter Available

Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for US Letter paper (19 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.

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Printer Calibration Test Sheet (Free Single Sheet) 2.4 KB

Print at 100% scale (no fit-to-page) and measure the 50mm and 2-inch test boxes with a hard ruler.

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Print Instructions:

Open the downloaded PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader or a dedicated desktop PDF viewer. In the print dialog, select "Actual Size" or "Custom Scale: 100%". Never select "Fit to Printable Area". Always measure the calibration square on Page 1 before proceeding.

These files are prepared from documented pattern references through a technical drafting workflow. If anything appears incorrect, unclear, or causes a sewing problem, email feedbacksewingpattern@gmail.com. Send pattern feedback.

100% Scale Verification

Print Page 1 at 100% scale without scaling. Check 50 mm (Metric) or 2.0 in [50.8 mm] (Imperial) test square with a hard ruler.

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Tile Assembly Instructions

Align numbered letter and row marks. Butt edges together without overlapping untrimmed paper.

Step-by-Step Sewing Instructions

Draft construction notes. Readable online; review against the pattern pieces before sewing.

Back Keyhole & Shoulder Seams

Finish keyhole slit on back bodice with continuous lap. Align Front Bodice on Fold and back bodice right sides together, stitch shoulder seams, and press seam allowances open.

Attach Neckband

Stitch neckband to neckline right sides together sandwiching elastic button loop at back corner. Understitch and press seam allowances.

Gather & Cuff Bishop Sleeves

Run two gathering rows along wrist edge. Pull gathers to match cuff width. Stitch cuff right sides together, enclose raw edges, and topstitch.

Set Sleeves & Hem

Set bishop sleeves into armholes right sides together with slight ease. Stitch side seams right sides together, press seam allowances, and hem bottom edge. Sew buttons onto cuffs and back neck.