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

You will receive a beautiful printed package in the post, containing:

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

You will receive an email immediately after purchase with a link to download your files. Need help getting started? Learn how to use digital sewing patterns. This digital version includes:

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.

GET INSPIRED #SewingLeah

Fabulous Leah

Yet again Tilly has done it, another great versatile pattern with so many options. I have only sewn 2 of the basic Leah tops but the instructions are clear and very precise (as always) and the top is great for the current heatwave in the UK. Thank you Tilly x

Hi Jacqui, thanks so much for your lovely review! It’s so great to hear how much you’re enjoying the pattern - your tops are beautiful. I’m looking forward to seeing your future versions of the Leah dress! Happy sewing, Virginija x

Easy and quick sew

As usual T&B pattern comes with easy to follow ,clear concise instructions and qr code. I made the peplum top and lengthened the top half by 5cm. I didn't like using bias binding for the neck and armhole, so my next Leah I will make a neck and armhole facing.
Enjoyed the make and looking forward to making a few more including the dress. It's a very lovely pattern.

Hi Nora, thanks for your lovely review! It’s so great to hear you’re enjoying the pattern and planning to make more versions - I’m looking forward to seeing them too, and I hope you enjoy wearing the beautiful one you’ve already made! Happy sewing, Virginija x

Versatile Leah

I have just made the Leah shift dress and it looks great. It was very enjoyable to make and easy to do. I do not usually wear short dresses but had a small amount of strawberry cotton fabric from my stack. I am really pleased how it turned out and will wear on when it hot and sunny I enjoyed making it so much I have also made the tier tied side dress which looks lovely. In both versions I made self bias binding which is much easier to create than it looks. Thanks for making a very versatile pattern that has clear instructions and is fun to make. My only concern is that the ties on tiered dress may come undone with movement.

Hi Deborah, thanks so much for your lovely review! It’s so great to hear how much you enjoyed sewing up the pattern that you even made another version - they’re both absolutely gorgeous! I hope you’re enjoying wearing them in the heatwave we’re currently experiencing. It’s worth making a double knot first to ensure you’re all secure in your top. Happy sewing, Virginija x

Lovely pattern

Loved making the Leah top. Instructions so clear and the guides online really helpful! Repurposed a tablecloth for this one! Already planning another version, with the peplum and a dress too!!

Hi Jemima, thanks so much for your lovely review! You've made such a lovely top - I hope you enjoy wearing it and have lots of fun making the other version too! Happy sewing! Virginija x

sewing

not started yet but soon will after the positive reviews, all the patterns are amazing

Hi Nadine, that's so great to hear you're looking forward to sewing up the pattern! I'm looking forward to seeing your version of it. ☺️ Enjoy, and happy sewing! Virginija x

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