Pointed hem crop tops are a creative alternative to a classic cropped top. Their shaped hemlines add visual interest while still offering the familiar construction details of a long-sleeved collared shirt. Sewing one also provides useful practice with knit fabrics, front closures, collars, sleeves, and decorative edge finishes.
The Winslet's Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern features a close-fitting cropped silhouette, long sleeves, a pointed hemline, and a secure front closure. The pattern also includes two ways to finish the centre front, allowing you to use snap fasteners for adjustability or sew the front pieces together for a fixed closure.
Why Sew a Pointed Hem Crop Top?
- Create a close-fitting long-sleeved crop top with a distinctive pointed hemline.
- Practise sewing a functional centre-front closure using snap fasteners.
- Choose an alternative sewn centre-front finish for a different look.
- Learn how to construct and attach a collar and collar stand.
- Practise sewing stretch fabric and matching sleeve notches accurately.
- Create a decorative frilled finish along the pointed hem and sleeve edges.
- Sew a versatile top that pairs well with high-waisted trousers or relaxed-fit jeans.
Why Choose the Winslet's Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern?
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Major Design Features: Long sleeves, cropped length, pointed hemline, collared neckline, close-fitting silhouette, and a secure front closure.
- Available Sizes: US 02 - US 32 | UK 06 - UK 36 | EU 36 - EU 64
Supplies & Notions
Prepare the following supplies before you begin sewing the Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern:
- Light to medium-weight knit fabric
- 3-ply polyester thread
- Snap fasteners
- Sewing machine
- Sewing needles
- Fabric shears
- Thread cutter
- Pins
- Tape measure
- Tailor's chalk or another suitable fabric marking tool
- Iron
Fabric Recommendations
The Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern is designed for light to medium-weight knit fabrics containing 10% spandex or less.
Recommended fabrics include:
- Cotton-blend knits with elastane
- Polyester-blend knits with elastane
- Jersey
- Lycra
- Stretch velour
- Stretch velvet
The sample shirt shown in the sewing guide is made from polyester knit fabric containing 5% spandex.
The sample fabric has the following characteristics:
- Comfortable, breathable, and durable
- Quick-drying
- Soft against the skin
- Water-resistant
- Wrinkle-free
- Easy to maintain
Size Charts
Check the size charts and measure yourself to select the correct size, using the garment and body measurement tables in the guide.
Verify how much fabric you need by referencing the fabric yield table in the guide.
Pattern Inventory: What Pieces to Prepare
Prepare the following pieces for the Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern:
- A. Front — Cut 2 fabric
- B. Back — Cut 1 fabric
- C. Sleeve — Cut 2 fabric
- D. Collar — Cut 2 fabric
- E. Collar Stand — Cut 2 fabric
- i. Collar Ready — Use to measure when attaching the collar to the collar stand or to cut interfacing fabric to add stiffness to the collar
- ii. Collar Stand Ready — Use to measure when attaching the collar to the collar stand or to cut interfacing fabric to add stiffness to the collar stand
Use the A4/US Letter pattern when printing at home. Use the A0 pattern when printing through a copy shop.
Pattern Marking
Transfer all markings from the Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern before beginning construction. The sewing guide identifies the following markings:
- Grainlines
- Centre front
- Centre-front joining point
- Necklines
- Shoulders
- Shoulder drops
- Armholes
- Side seams
- Hemlines
- Seam allowances
- Front armhole notch
- Back armhole notch
- Sleeve centre point
- Sleeve cuff
- Shoulder notches
- Centre point of the collar
- Centre point of the collar stand
- Collar stand notches
- Centre point of the neckline
Cutting Layout
The Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern includes separate cutting layouts for 45-inch and 60-inch-wide fabric.
Arrange the pattern pieces so that each grainline runs parallel to the fabric selvage. Pinning the pieces before cutting will help prevent movement and improve accuracy.
The illustrated layouts are intended for non-directional fabrics. Purchase additional fabric when using material with a directional print or nap.
The Extra Small size is used to demonstrate both cutting layouts in the sewing guide.
Fabric Cutting and Preparation
Arrange the pattern pieces according to the cutting layout provided for your fabric width. Position each piece carefully, ensuring that the grainline arrow runs parallel to the selvage.
If you are using fabric shears, trace around the pattern pieces before cutting. Cut away any visible pen, pencil, or chalk lines and accurately cut all notches shown along the edges.
Transfer construction markings such as circles, buttonholes, and fold lines to the wrong side of the fabric. Mark the centre front of pieces cut on the fold to help with accurate alignment.
Seam Allowance
Please follow the seam allowances as indicated on the pattern file layers. These are provided specifically for each piece to ensure accurate construction.
This pattern uses a 0.9 cm (or 0.38 inch) seam allowance all around, 0.6 cm (or 0.25 inch) at the hem and 1.6 cm (or 0.63 inch) at the center front.
Step-by-Step Sewing Instructions
1. Finish the Centre-Front Edges
Fold the centre-front seam allowance inward by approximately 1 cm.
Fold it again along the marked seamline, then sew close to the folded edge.
Repeat the same process for the second Front piece.
You may apply interfacing to the centre-front area if you would like a firmer finish.
2. Create the Placket
2a. Cut a rectangular piece measuring 3 cm wide. Its length should equal the distance between the centre-front joining point and the hemline on the Front pattern piece.
2b. Fold the placket across its width with right sides together.
Sew along both short sides.
2c. Turn the placket right side out.
Press it flat and carefully shape the corners.
2d. Finish the open long edge of the placket with an overlock stitch.
3. Attach the Placket
Place the prepared placket on the wrong side of the right Front piece.
Align the overlocked edge with the centre-front seamline, keeping the folded edge of the placket facing away from the Front piece.
Sew the placket in place.
4. Add the Centre-Front Closure
Attach the snap fasteners to the placket on the right Front piece.
Attach the corresponding snap fasteners to the centre-front edge of the left Front piece, spacing them evenly.
The snap-fastener closure provides some flexibility for adjusting the fit around the bust.
The sewing guide also provides an alternative way to join the centre front:
i. Place the two Front pieces with right sides together.
ii. Sew from the centre-front joining point down to the hem.
iii. Open the Front pieces and press the seam allowances flat.
iv. Fold the seam allowances inward and sew them in place to finish the raw edges.
Use either the snap-fastener closure or the sewn centre-front finish.
5. Sew the Shoulder Seams
Place the Front and Back pieces with right sides together.
Align the shoulder edges and sew both shoulder seams.
6. Attach the Sleeves
6a. Match the centre notch of one Sleeve with the corresponding shoulder seam.
Place the Sleeve and bodice with right sides together. Match the front and back armhole notches and pin the Sleeve around the armhole.
6b. Sew along the armhole seamline to attach the Sleeve.
Repeat the same process for the second Sleeve.
7. Sew the Sleeve and Side Seams
Match the Sleeve seams and bodice side seams at the point where the armhole seams meet.
Pin the seam from the Sleeve cuff to the bodice hem.
Sew continuously along the Sleeve and side seam.
Repeat on the opposite side.
8. Finish the Pointed Hem and Sleeve Hems
Finish the shirt hem using an overlock stitch or zigzag stitch.
Begin at one side seam and continue around the hem until you return to the starting point. Pull the fabric gently while stitching to create the desired frilled effect.
Test this technique on a scrap of your chosen fabric before working on the finished shirt.
Repeat the same process around both Sleeve hems.
9. Prepare and Attach the Collar
9a. Place the two Collar pieces with right sides together.
Sew along both short sides and the upper edge, leaving the neckline edge open.
9b. Clip the Collar corners to reduce bulk.
Turn the Collar right side out so that the wrong sides are together. Use a pencil or another pointed tool carefully to shape the corners.
9c. Take one Collar Stand piece and fold its neckline seam allowance toward the wrong side.
Press the fold and secure it temporarily with basting stitches.
9d. Place the Collar between the two Collar Stand pieces, with the Collar Stand pieces facing right sides together.
Sew through all layers, joining the Collar to both Collar Stand pieces and closing the short ends.
9e. Turn the Collar Stand right side out and press along the stitching line to create a stable Collar shape.
9f. Place the unfolded edge of the Collar Stand along the bodice neckline with right sides together.
Pin the pieces in place and sew along the neckline seamline, keeping the folded Collar Stand edge free.
9g. Fold the neckline seam allowances inside the Collar Stand.
Bring the folded edge of the inner Collar Stand over the seam allowances. Pin it in place if needed, then sew along the folded edge to enclose the seam allowances.
Remove the basting stitches after the folded edge has been secured.
Ready to Sew Your Own Pointed Hem Crop Top?
The Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern combines a fitted cropped silhouette with long sleeves, a collared neckline, a front closure, and a statement pointed hem. The two centre-front construction options let you choose between adjustable snap fasteners and a permanently sewn finish.
This intermediate project gives you the opportunity to practise sewing knit fabric, making a placket, installing snap fasteners, attaching sleeves, creating a frilled hem, and constructing a collar with a collar stand. Download the Rowan Pointed Hem Crop Top Sewing Pattern and create a distinctive long-sleeved top that can be styled for both daytime and evening outfits.
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