Open Back Smock Top PDF Sewing Pattern

The Open Back Smock Top is a fun and simple summer tank. It has an A-line silhouette with a high front neckline and features a split back with a single button closure. The length is slightly cropped, designed to hit low on the ribcage and show a touch of skin. The Open Back Smock Top is a quick and satisfying sew, and a great pattern for beginners.

Beginner

• bias tape
• button placket
• buttonhole

• Step-by-step sewing instructions

• Print at home pattern - 18 pages
• Copy shop/A0 pattern - 1 page
• Mood board for fabric planning

The Open Back Smock 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
• fusible interfacing
• one 5/8" (1.6 cm) button

Neckline Bias Tape Tutorial