Saxa shirt pattern (34-56)
The Saxa shirt pattern
The instructions are in English and French.
The Saxa shirt can be made in 4 versions! You'll get to choose between a wide collar and a classic collar, and for the back, it can be classic or pleated. So, as you can see, Saxa is that essential basic for your wardrobe 😉
A pattern in PDF or paper format
To start with, the Saxa shirt pattern is available in pdf OR in paper format.Sewing margins are included (1 cm).
Then, if you opt for the pdf format, after your purchase you will be able to download :
- 32-page pdf file to assemble (A4 or US letter / print at home),
- 3-page pdf file (A0 format / print at copyshop),
- printing & assembly tips (in English and in French),
- And also, an instruction guide for sewing the shirt (it's packed with step-by-step illustrations, QR codes linking to video tutorials for specific technical points, and handy tips to elevate your sewing skills).
Lastly, if you opt for the paper format, you'll receive a printed pouch with:
- An instruction booklet detailed (you'll find loads of illustrations explaining the step-by-step process, QR codes linking to explanatory videos for specific technical points, and even tips for better sewing),
- and also the full-size pattern board (no overlapping parts).
What you'll need for the Saxa shirt
To make this shirt, you'll need:
- Fabric (55'' wide):
- Classic back version:
- Sizes 34-38: 1.7 m(1⅞y)
- Sizes 40-46: 1.9 m(2⅛y)
- Sizes 48-52: 2.5 m (2 ¾ y)
- Sizes 54-56: 2.7 m (3y)
- Pleated back version:
- Sizes 34-38: 2 m(2¼y)
- Sizes 40-46: 2.3 m (2½y)
- Sizes 48-56: 2.9 m (3¼y)
- For this pattern, I recommend fabrics suitable for shirts: chambray, cotton poplin, viscose, or even silk.
- Avoid synthetic fabrics like polyester for the pleated version (you won't be able to set the pleats).
- 75 cm (30”) of fusible interfacing.
- Lastly, you'll need buttons:
- 11 for sizes 34-46
- 12 for sizes 48-56
Sizes for the Saxa shirt
First of all, the Saxa shirt pattern runs from size 34 to size 56.
Also, to help you choose your size, you'll find the finished garment measurements below:
Finally, the stature used for this pattern is 1.68 m.
Saxa shirt skill level
Lastly, making this shirt is quite challenging (difficulty level 4/5).
Happy sewing! Reach me on Instagram with the hashtag #LeslubiesdeCadia to show me your beautiful creations 📸
Collar variations for the Saxa shirt
To finish, keep in mind that you can further customize the Saxa shirt.
Want more collar variations? The collars of the "Les Claudinettes" and "Les Lavallières" patterns are compatible with the Saxa shirt pattern !
