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Pattern Tests

Thea woven boatneck blouse
Thea woven boatneck blouse

Category: Women
Applications open: Apr 15, 2026
Test starts: Apr 17, 2026 (Friday)
Fit pics due: Apr 19, 2026 (Sunday)
Finals due: Apr 22, 2026 (Wednesday)

Semi-fitted at the shoulders and bust, relaxed at the waist and hips, this woven blouse features a boatneck neckline and balloon sleeves with a pleat at the sleeve head. Comes with side bust darts for cups A-B, C-D and E-F. Back and front feature vertical center seams that can be used for color and pattern blocking or decorative stitching. Sleeves come in short, 3/4 and 7/8 lengths and are finished with gathers and binding at the hems. Neckline is finished with a facing and a neckline slit with a button and loop at the back. All seams are finished with French seams. Comes in hip and high hip lengths. Bottom hem is finished with a wide facing. Finished measurements are provided on page 8.

View A - Short sleeve high hip / hip length blouse

View B - 3/4 or 7/8 sleeve high hip / hip length blouse

During the test you are required to complete a muslin (any fabric, finished with basic steps only) and a final piece.

Sizes: We are testing this pattern in sizes US0-US30, Petite/Reg and Tall

Pattern testing guidelines:
There are no strict guidance or rules in the process of Sinclair pattern testing except for meeting deadlines and providing your feedback. Consider this experience as just having a regular sewing project with giving your feedback in the end.

Feedback submission:

  • Complete an online survey
  • Provide your personal feedback regarding your experience
  • Help to promote (optional)

DEADLINES (all times in PACIFIC STANDARD TIME - LA):

  • Start: 17th of April (Friday) 8PM PST
  • Fit pics due: 19th of April (Sunday) 8PM PST
  • Finals due: 22nd of April (Wednesday) 11:59PM PST - Completion of at least one full garment using the pattern, feedback submission, providing final pictures

Next steps:
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