Esme Top Sewing Pattern — Gathered Sleeve Yoke Top | Beginner Friendly | Sizes 2–20 | Sew Liberated

The Esme Top — A Wardrobe Staple You'll Reach for Again and Again.

The Esme is a becoming, all-weather top built around a flattering yoke with a buttoned placket. Gathered sleeves and a darling elbow cuff give it a timeless, handmade-with-intention feel — dressed up or down, season after season.

What Makes the Esme Special:

• Flattering yoke with buttoned placket — a polished, distinctive detail
• Gathered sleeves with elbow cuffs for an elegant, all-weather silhouette
• Simple to fit — ideal for advanced beginners building their skills
• Includes a download code for a full video tutorial online
• Full-size pattern pieces included — no scaling required

Fabric Recommendations:

• Cotton lawn — light and breathable for warm weather
• Cotton flannel — cozy and soft for a winter shirt

Skill Level: Advanced beginner — a great next step after your first few projects. You'll practice yoke construction, placket finishing, and sleeve cuffs.

Pattern Details:

• Format: Printed paper pattern with assembly diagrams
• Includes: Written instructions + online video tutorial access
• Sizes: Women's 2–20
• Origin: Made in USA
• Brand: Sew Liberated