Build Your Wardrobe with the Rachel Shirt
A button-up shirt is a powerful garment. It works for business casual, pairs with jeans for a smart look, and layers under pinafores and dresses. Plus, it’s a satisfying project that puts all of your favorite clever sewing techniques to use.
The Rachel shirt features a spread collar, patch pocket, bust darts, and a subtle pleat at the cuff, which closes with a placket and button. The back of the shirt has a center tuck that releases at the waist, for shaping and a fun silhouette.
Kristi is wearing a size 2 Rachel shirt with a full bicep and broad shoulder adjustment and 2” added ease at the hip. Her measurements are 33”, 27 1/2”, 38”.
Tutorials to Build Your Skills
A button-up shirt requires a few special sewing techniques, but don't worry, we have some tutorials to help you out.
- How to Make a Perfect Point: David Page Coffin teaches you the art of making the perfect pointed collar.
- 8 Tricks for Perfect Topstitching: To create a classic chambray button-up, add some topstitching to your shirt.
- A Pressing Matter: Your iron will come in handy when you sew this shirt, so read this tutorial first.
Learn How to Customize the Rachel Shirt
See how the Rachel shirt looks in chambray, crepe, and flannel in this month’s One Pattern, Three Fabrics.
This month’s bonus variation turns the Rachel shirt into a button-up tunic with a waist seam and oversized pocket.
Shop for Fabric
Love the samples in this month’s issue? Here is where we sourced the fabric:
Get the Perfect Fit
Rachel pattern details
Sizes 0 - 16
About the fit
The Rachel shirt is semi-fitted in the bust and loose-fitted through the waist and hip.
Sizes 18 - 26
About the fit
The Rachel shirt is semi-fitted in the bust and loose-fitted through the waist and hip.
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