Buy the Leila Shirt sewing pattern from the Modern Sewing Co. Leila is a loose fitting shirt that feels simple and elegant. It features a very dropped shoulder with an exaggerated roomy fit around the body, full sleeves with an extra long placket, and back gathering details.

It’s the perfect piece to wear in warm weather, giving extra breathability while still being modest. Leila also layers up beautifully in winter with warm thermal polo necks. With its lovely drape and neat finish, this piece will be a stylish classic to cherish for years to come.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Cotton poplin/lawn, linen, silk, light woollen weave, flannel, brushed cotton.

Fabric requirements: 

150 cm (60") wide fabric: 1.6 - 2 m (1 3/4 - 2 1/8 yd).

110 cm (44") wide fabric (sizes 4-20 only): 2.2 - 2.8 m (2 3/8 - 3 yd).

Sizing: UK 4 – 28 (approx. UK 4/6 – 26, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

This pattern is drafted for a height of 5'8" and a cup size 'C'.

Notions: 10 buttons, roughly 1 cm diameter; 40 cm of mid/lightweight iron-on fusing.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (32 pages for sizes 4-20, 36 pages for sizes 18-28); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets for sizes 4-20, 2 sheets for sizes 18-28) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: No.

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