This pattern is probably the most used pattern that I have.

The Tessuti Mandy boat tee – a free pattern – has been around since 2013, originally in just one size, and was updated in 2018 to include four sizes, two sleeve lengths and some reworking of the back neckline. I generally sew the size Medium or Large, depending on the fabric that I am using and my current size. I have altered the pattern to include a forward shoulder adjustment.

I really like the neckline on this top. I use double sided fusible tape to secure it in place, then a twin needle to stitch it down. The neckline is finished before the shoulder seams, and it’s really straightforward. This time around I sewed size Large, with full length sleeves. The fabric is left over from a dress I made last winter; it was originally from Super Cheap Fabrics.

If you look closely you can see the design choice that I had to make in order to squeeze this top out of scraps. Can you tell what it is?

Yeah, I think that I’ll be sewing this pattern until the day comes when I can no longer sew.