Collage Gather Top PDF Sewing Pattern

Our best selling Collage Gather Top is a classic boxy silhouette with a playful twist. Designed to shine as either a patchwork piece or a simple, single-fabric make, this top is endlessly customizable and quick to sew. With its slightly cropped length—hitting just below the natural waist—and gathered side panels, it offers an easy, flattering shape that feels relaxed yet thoughtful.

Choose between two sleeve views to suit your style. View A features a simple cuffed sleeve for everyday wear, while View B includes a 3/4 length drop-shoulder puff sleeve. Beginner-friendly and satisfying to sew, this pattern is perfect for experimenting with fabric pairings or creating a go-to wardrobe staple.

View A — Beginner Friendly
Perfect for sewists looking for a first garment project or an easy, confidence-building make. This view focuses on straightforward construction with gentle shaping and simple finishing techniques.

Techniques you’ll use and learn:
• neck bias binding
• easing in cuffed sleeves
• basic gathering

View B — Advanced Beginner
Best suited for sewists who have completed a few garment projects and feel comfortable following pattern instructions. This view adds a gathered, puffed sleeve with a sleeve band, which requires a bit more patience and precision but is very rewarding to sew.

Techniques you’ll use and learn:
• neck bias binding
• gathered sleeves
• sleeve band construction

• Step-by-step sewing instructions
• Print-at-home pattern (30 pages)
• Copy shop / A0 pattern (2 pages)
• Projector-friendly pattern file
• Mood board for fabric planning

The Collage Gather Top is designed for light to midweight woven fabrics. Your fabric choice will shape the overall look and feel of the top. For a crisp, structured silhouette, choose fabrics like cotton shirting, lightweight twill, or linen blends. For a softer, more relaxed drape, opt for washed linen, lightweight cotton, or other breathable woven fabrics with movement. When sewing patchwork, we recommend using fabrics with similar weights to ensure even gathers and a balanced finish.

Perfect with

• Cloud Linen
• Gingham
• Cotton Linen Twill
  

Notions:
• Coordinating thread

Widening the Sleeve Opening on the Collage Gather Top

Collage Gather Dress Hack

Neckline Bias Tape Tutorial