A video showcasing 2 models each wearing two different variations of the Leah sewing pattern.

Leah Top + Dress

Name: Leah Top + Dress
Brand: Tilly and the Buttons
SKU: 1054
Price: 19.5 GBP
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Printed Sewing Pattern UK 6-34

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ONE PATTERN, SO MANY POSSIBILITIES

Meet Leah, the pattern you’ll make and wear on repeat. Love clean lines and an understated style? Sew an everyday shift top or minimalist mini dress to throw on and go. Fancy more whimsy? Add the gathered skirt to make a pretty peplum top or floaty tiered midi dress, with optional playful side ties.

Choice of shift top, shift dress, peplum top, or tiered midi dress
Semi-fitted, slightly A-line, sleeveless bodice with bust darts
Optional side ties on the peplum top and tiered dress versions
Bias binding finish on the neckline and armholes
Keyhole back opening with button and loop

SKILL LEVEL - For Confident Beginners

PATTERN SUPPORT - Need extra help sewing Leah? See our FREE tutorials including step-by-step videos on how to sew even gathers and how to sew bias binding (+ how to make your own!)

MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Megan (polka dot top + shift dress) is wearing a size 2 (UK 8). Rita (tiered dress + shift top) is wearing a size 9 (UK 22).

We label our sewing pattern sizes with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Please measure your bust, waist, and hips to determine which size(s) fit you best. The pattern instructions include a link to an article on fitting tips to help you tailor the pattern to your unique shape, including how to combine multiple sizes.

Size range: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34

	BODY MEASUREMENTS
SIZE	HIGH BUST	BUST	WAIST	HIP
1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6	71cm (28in)	76cm (30in)	61cm (24in)	84cm (33in)
2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8	76cm (30in)	81cm (32in)	66cm (26in)	89cm (35in)
3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10	81.5cm (32in)	86.5cm (34in)	71cm (28in)	94cm (37in)
4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12	86.5cm (34in)	91.5cm (36in)	76cm (30in)	99cm (39in)
5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14	91.5cm (36in)	96.5cm (38in)	81cm (32in)	104cm (41in)
6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16	96.5cm (38in)	101.5cm (40in)	86.5cm (34in)	109cm (43in)
7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18	101.5cm (40in)	112cm (44in)	94cm (37in)	114cm (45in)
8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20	106.5cm (42in)	117cm (46in)	99cm (39in)	119.5cm (47in)
9 UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22	112cm (44in)	122cm (48in)	104cm (41in)	124.5cm (49in)
10 UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24	117cm (46in)	127cm (50in)	109cm (43in)	129.5cm (51in)
11 UK 26 / US 22 / EUR 54 / AUS 26	122cm (48in)	132cm (52in)	114cm (45in)	134.5cm (53in)
12 UK 28 / US 24 / EUR 56 / AUS 28	127cm (50in)	137cm (54in)	119.5cm (47in)	139.5cm (55in)
13 UK 30 / US 26 / EUR 58 / AUS 30	132cm (52in)	142cm (56in)	124.5cm (49in)	144.5cm (57in)
14 UK 32 / US 28 / EUR 60 / AUS 32	137cm (54in)	147cm (58in)	129.5cm (51in)	150cm (59in)
15 UK 34 / US 30 / EUR 62 / AUS 34	142cm (56in)	152.5cm (60in)	134.5cm (53in)	155cm (61in)

Supplies

Fabric (see below)
Matching thread
1 x 8-10mm (5/16 - 3/8in) button with shank
2.5m (2¾yd) x 5-12mm (¼-½in) wide iron-on stay tape or bias-cut strips of lightweight interfacing
2.5m (2¾yd) x 12mm (½in) wide single fold bias binding OR 0.4m (½yd) of cotton lawn or poplin to make your own
Sewing machine and basic tools (a 12mm [½in] bias binding maker can be helpful if making your own binding)

Fabric Suggestions

The shift dress works best in medium-weight woven fabrics that hold their shape, such as linen, cotton twill, lightweight canvas, or jacquard.

For the other versions, use light- to medium-weight woven fabrics such as cotton poplin, lawn, seersucker, double gauze, linen and blends, viscose (rayon).

Fabric Requirements

140cm (56in) wide

Sizes 1-4:

Shift top: 0.8m (7/8yd)*
Shift dress: 1.2m (1 3/8yd)*
Peplum top: 1.2m (1 3/8yd)*
Tiered midi dress: 3m (3¼yd)*

Sizes 5-8:

Shift top: 1.2m (1 3/8yd)*
Shift dress: 1.8m (2yd)
Peplum top: 1.4m (1 5/8yd)*
Tiered midi dress: 3.2m (3½yd)

Sizes 9-15

Shift top: 1.2m (1 3/8yd)
Shift dress: 2.1m (2 3/8yd)
Peplum top: 1.6m (1¾yd)†
Tiered midi dress: 3.3m (3 5/8yd)

115cm (45in) wide

Sizes 1-6:

Shift top: 1.1m (1¼yd)
Shift dress: 1.8m (2yd)
Peplum top: 1.6m (1¾yd)†
Tiered midi dress: 3.2m (3½yd)

Sizes 7-11:

Shift top: 1.3m (1½yd)
Shift dress: 1.8m (2yd)
Peplum top: 1.7m (1 7/8yd)†
Tiered midi dress: 3.4m (3 7/8yd)

Sizes 12-15:

Shift top: 1.4m (1 5/8yd)
Shift dress: 2.1m (2 3/8yd)
Peplum top: 1.8m (2yd)†
Tiered midi dress: 3.7m (4yd)†

*0.2m (¼yd) less if using pre-made bias binding or using a separate fabric to make your own binding

†0.2m (¼yd) less if not adding side ties

Printed or PDF

Printed Sewing Pattern

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Full-scale pattern sheets in the pattern’s complete size range
A full-colour booklet with clear, step-by-step photo instructions

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PDF + Projector File Sewing Pattern

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Layered PDF files – Print only the sizes you need and hide the rest. Learn how to use layered PDF sewing patterns.
Projector-friendly files – Trace your pattern directly onto fabric using a projector (no printing required).
Multiple print options – Print at home on A4 or US Letter paper (using a laptop or desktop computer), or use the A0 copyshop files for professional printing.
Correct scaling – You’ll need Adobe Reader (free to download) to print at the correct scale.

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My First Tilly and the Buttons Make

This was my first time making a garment from Tilly and the Buttons, and I had a great experience. The pattern includes several options, and I chose the peplum top with side ties. I was pleased with how quickly it came together, and the instructions were clear, easy to follow, and very beginner-friendly. I'm really happy with the finished result and look forward to trying more of their patterns in the future

Hi Annie, thanks so much for your amazing review! It's so great to hear that your first experience using one of our patterns was such a positive one, yay! Your top looks absolutely lovely. :) I hope you enjoy wearing it and that you'll be tempted to make some more of our patterns soon! Happy sewing, Virginija x

Super easy and so many choices!

It was a tough decision as there are so many choices/ways you can work with this pattern but I went with the tiered midi dress and have 0 regrets! A really straight forward and simple make and the perfect choice for hot weather - would definitely recommend this pattern!

Hi Laura, thanks for leaving such a lovely review! I love the stripe placement on your beautiful Leah dress - it looks amazing! I hope you go on to make all the versions so you don’t have to deal with the headache of choosing just one. :) Hope you enjoy wearing your Leah. Happy sewing! Virginija x

What a versatile, beginner friendly pattern!

I made the peplum top with side ties and I have lived in it ever since! This pattern has so many views to make, I already have my next top cut out waiting to be sewn. The instructions are clear, with photograph through out a great beginner friendly project.

Hi Heather, thanks so much for your amazing review! Your Leah is absolutely gorgeous, and how cute is your outfit! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed sewing it up and found the instructions easy to follow. I'm looking forward to seeing your next version! Happy sewing! Virginija x

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