Tilly and the Buttons - Esti Co-ord
Simple to sew and incredibly versatile, this top-and-trouser co-ord makes an instant outfit, staple separates for layering, or even a chic faux jumpsuit. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced stitcher, our signature step-by-step photo instructions will make the Esti co-ord a speedy and satisfying sewing project.
Top:
Chic square neckline
Diagonal bust darts
Two lengths – waist or high hip
Finished with easy-to-sew facing
Trousers:
Wide legs with full-length, cropped or shorts hemlines
Elasticated waist finished with horizontal topstitching
Optional large patch pockets on the bum
SKILL LEVEL - Confident Beginner
SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics. Try linen or chambray for a more structured silhouette, or viscose (rayon) or Tencel (lyocell) for a drapier look.
SUPPLIES
Fabric
Matching thread
For the top:
0.5m (5/8yd) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
For the bottoms:
Your waist measurement in 25mm (1in) wide elastic
2 x large safety pins
Simple to sew and incredibly versatile, this top-and-trouser co-ord makes an instant outfit, staple separates for layering, or even a chic faux jumpsuit. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced stitcher, our signature step-by-step photo instructions will make the Esti co-ord a speedy and satisfying sewing project.
Top:
Chic square neckline
Diagonal bust darts
Two lengths – waist or high hip
Finished with easy-to-sew facing
Trousers:
Wide legs with full-length, cropped or shorts hemlines
Elasticated waist finished with horizontal topstitching
Optional large patch pockets on the bum
SKILL LEVEL - Confident Beginner
SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics. Try linen or chambray for a more structured silhouette, or viscose (rayon) or Tencel (lyocell) for a drapier look.
SUPPLIES
Fabric
Matching thread
For the top:
0.5m (5/8yd) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
For the bottoms:
Your waist measurement in 25mm (1in) wide elastic
2 x large safety pins
Simple to sew and incredibly versatile, this top-and-trouser co-ord makes an instant outfit, staple separates for layering, or even a chic faux jumpsuit. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced stitcher, our signature step-by-step photo instructions will make the Esti co-ord a speedy and satisfying sewing project.
Top:
Chic square neckline
Diagonal bust darts
Two lengths – waist or high hip
Finished with easy-to-sew facing
Trousers:
Wide legs with full-length, cropped or shorts hemlines
Elasticated waist finished with horizontal topstitching
Optional large patch pockets on the bum
SKILL LEVEL - Confident Beginner
SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics. Try linen or chambray for a more structured silhouette, or viscose (rayon) or Tencel (lyocell) for a drapier look.
SUPPLIES
Fabric
Matching thread
For the top:
0.5m (5/8yd) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
For the bottoms:
Your waist measurement in 25mm (1in) wide elastic
2 x large safety pins
