Simple Blouse with Scoop Neck

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I’ve made this simple DIY blouse with a scoop neck so many times. I like it because of the flattering neckline and keyhole detail.

This is a favorite of mine because it’s also cute and flowy. And it’s such a versatile piece, and an easy one to wear and make.

New Look N6891 Blouse Pattern

Although New Look N6891 sewing pattern came out years ago, I still see it online. It’s labeled easy to sew, and I’ve made many versions of it.

It has a nice loose fit and is perfect for warmer weather.

The scoop neck has a keyhole closure. You can use a loop, and on mine, the split-neck opening doesn’t really show.

There are front closure and sleeve variations to choose from. I prefer short-sleeved blouses without the flutter.

With only seven pattern pieces to sew, it’s a good pattern for advanced beginners.

Here’s info about the fabrics and notions I used. Luckily, I have a big stash of breezy fabrics.

Fabric: Lightweight fabrics like rayon and cotton are good for this pattern.

I love this cotton voile with the nice design from Mood Fabrics. In the hot sun, the air flows right through it.

Cotton woven fabric will be easier to work with, and it stays in place. Silky fabrics, like rayon, will slip and slide!

I have also made this top in lightweight Tencel and other silky fabrics. Rayon is my favorite fabric for this pattern because it drapes so nicely.

Some other suggested fabrics are handkerchief linen, gauze, charmeuse, and challis.

Notions: I used a button and 3/8-inch (0.375-inch) knit elastic. This pattern does not call for elastic, but I made a sleeve variation with it.

I’ve also used a hook and eye and a small snap for the split-neck closures.

Since this pattern only had a few pieces, it was simple to make. I’ve made it so many times, I don’t need the directions anymore.

When I made my very first blouse, I considered sizing down. So, I made a mockup one size down, and it was tight around the bust.

So I went with my usual size, and didn’t need to do a bust adjustment.

As I mentioned, there aren’t many pattern pieces for this blouse. It’s simple in that there aren’t any darts, and it pulls over the head.

So, that means it’s going to be more loose-fitting. There is a center front seam and center back seam.

I made the binding for the neckline with my bias tape maker.

The rayon fabric was not so easy to work with. Next time, I’ll find a better solution and stabilize it.

The blouse is longer, so I shortened the hem by three inches. I wear it with skirts and high-waisted pants, so I don’t need it that long.

I’ve made this pattern with a hook-and-eye closure, button, and snap. I have also made the variation with ties. They all look just as nice.

My pink top is the variation using lightweight linen fabric mixed with rayon. I added elastic to the sleeves.

So I added length to the sleeve to make the casing. There is a variation to add ties around the sleeves, but I like the elastic better.

There are many similar sewing patterns to this one on the market. And I have a few in my stash.

Once you get the fit down, the options are endless. With its very few pieces, this top doesn’t take very long to make.

On a good day, it takes less than two hours to finish. I consider that a rather quick sew.

And it’s the perfect classic, breezy top for hot weather, so I wore it while visiting botanical gardens in Hawaii!

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