Sew the LERKE handkerchief tunic – easy, casual, and versatile ✂️
With LERKE, you can sew a truly special favorite piece out of linen, poplin, muslin, and other woven fabrics. The pattern is beginner-friendly and offers many possibilities.
LERKE comes in three lengths and with three sleeve lengths. This allows you to sew it as a shirt, tunic, or dress – just the way you like it.
The asymmetrical handkerchief hem makes the pattern something special. Deep French darts also ensure a beautiful silhouette. The neckline and handkerchief hem are finished with facings, giving everything a clean and high-quality look.
What the LERKE sewing pattern offers you:
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3 sleeve lengths: short, ¾, and long
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3 hem lengths: shirt, tunic, and dress
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Deep French darts
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Flowing, asymmetrical handkerchief hem
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Clean facing finish at the neckline and hem
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No closures needed – simply pull it over your head
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Suitable for light to medium-weight woven fabrics
LERKE has a slimmer fit at the chest, while the cut falls nicely and loosely towards the hips. This creates a casual, figure-flattering silhouette with plenty of freedom of movement.
A versatile sewing pattern for everyone who loves woven fabrics and wants an extraordinary garment. 💕
To ensure the facings hold their shape beautifully, we recommend reinforcing them with light interfacing (e.g., H180) when using thinner fabrics.
What other accessories do I need?
- Pins
- Interfacing, e.g., G785 or H180, to match the fabric
- Fabric clips
- Ruler
- Sewing thread
- Iron
- Ironing board/mat
- Fabric marker
- Fabric scissors
- Sewing machine