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The Fern shirt is a stylish raglan sleeve blouse that blends feminine style with refined details. Featuring a gathered neckline finished with a contoured band collar for a polished look. The raglan sleeves provide ease of movement, while the bound finish at the sleeve hem adds a clean, professional touch. Unique staggered button placement creates the perfect opportunity to showcase your favorite buttons. Perfect for sewists looking to build on their skills, Fern offers a modern, flattering silhouette with thoughtful construction that will add sophistication to your handmade wardrobe.
Eden is wearing a size 4 Fern blouse with no adjustments. Her measurements are bust: 35" (88.9 cm), waist: 25 1/4" (64.1 cm), hip: 37" (94 cm), and she is 5'8" (172.7 cm) tall.
Tambrie is wearing the Fern blouse in a size 18 from our 12-30 size range. We shortened the sleeve length 1/2". Her measurements are bust: 46" (116.8 cm), waist: 39" (99 cm), hip: 50" (127 cm), and she is 5'8" (172.7 cm) tall.
Our Misses patterns are drafted for a C cup and our Curvy patterns are drafted for DD. Both are drafted for a height of 5'8" (172 cm).
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