The Assembly Line Cuff Top Sewing Pattern Review – Made in Nani Iro Fabrics
As soon as I first discovered The Assembly Line sewing patterns on Instagram, I was instantly drawn to their beautifully curated collection of modern dressmaking patterns. Their clean lines and thoughtful Scandinavian aesthetic immediately resonated with my own style. Not long after, I reached out to explore the possibility of working together on a wholesale basis — and I’m so delighted that they said yes.
The brand’s ethos really resonated with me: creating contemporary, functional, and stylish pieces that are designed to be made, worn, and treasured.
For this make I used the Cuff Top Sewing Pattern by The Assembly Line, a modern top with distinctive cuffed sleeves and clean lines.
You can view the Cuff Top Sewing Pattern here.
The sewing instructions are beautifully clear and thoughtfully laid out, despite being translated from Swedish. I especially appreciated the technical tips included throughout, such as offering different seam finish options.
The Cuff Top is classed as a beginner-friendly pattern, and I would completely agree, with its grown-on sleeves and dart-free bodice, it comes together quickly and easily. The only part to watch out for is sewing the elastic into the sleeve cuffs; making sure the elastic is evenly distributed is key to achieving that polished finish.
I was so pleased with my first Cuff Top that I quickly made a second one, this time using one of our Nani Iro double gauze fabrics. I loved it just as much, and I’ve gone on to make several more! It remains one of my all-time favourite patterns.
As you can see, this versatile style looks fantastic in both prints and plains, adapting beautifully to different fabric choices. It has been such a success that The Assembly Line later released a dress version — the Cuff Dress — which I’ve also made and highly recommend.
Sew the Look:
If you’d like to recreate this top, explore the pattern and fabrics used in this project:
• The Cuff Top Sewing Pattern by The Assembly Line
• Nani Iro Double Gauze and Linen Fabrics
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