08 July 2025

Insta Fashion Show: 13 Maison Fauve Tops to Stitch This Summer

A Summer of Creative Sewing

What better way to express your unique style than with a hand-sewn top?

Summer calls for light, breezy pieces — and our top patterns are the perfect canvas for creativity. Quick to make and fabric-friendly, they’re a fun and easy way to experiment with prints, textures, and finishes, all while refreshing your wardrobe with something truly personal.

Maison Fauve’s Inspiring Summer Tops Showcase

Here’s your Instagram fashion show featuring 13 summer tops, each chosen for its fresh, seasonal style and accessible sewing level — perfect for beginner and intermediate makers alike.

At Maison Fauve, we believe that handmade pieces are more than just a summer fling — they’re meant to be worn, loved, and reinvented over time. That’s why you’ll find not only new designs, but also some of our favourite tops from past seasons — timeless styles that still have plenty to say.

Why sew your summer tops?

Summer top patterns are often simple to sew and feature clean, elegant lines - making them the perfect project for all skill levels.

They’re quick to complete and offer the chance to try out new techniques: sewing a button placket, mastering French seams, or learning how to add a lining.

Without the pressure of a complex project, you can build your skills at your own pace - and enjoy the satisfaction of creating something stylish and handmade.

  • Endless Possibilities:
    Sewing your own clothes opens the door to creativity — and when working with patterns that require less fabric, you can treat yourself to a high-quality material you truly love. Simple designs are the perfect match for a bold print or delicate lace, letting you add a unique, personal touch to your look without overdoing it.
  • The Pride of Making It Yourself:
    Your summer top might be your very first handmade piece — and what better way to start?
    With just a few pattern pieces and several beginner-friendly designs in our collection, this is the perfect summer project. Take a little time for yourself, dive into sewing, and discover how rewarding it can be. We promise — you won’t regret it!

All our patterns come with detailed, illustrated instructions, non-overlapping pattern pieces, and seam allowances included.
Plus, each design is supported by a free step-by-step sewing video — which you can even watch before purchasing to get a clear sense of the process.

See the show ✨

The 13 Maison Fauve tops to sew yourself (including 1 free pattern)

1. Blush Camisole – Intermediate Level

The Blush camisole is a true wardrobe staple. Whether worn as a top or a slip, it’s perfect layered under sheer garments — but it also shines on its own.

This versatile piece makes a beautiful standalone summer top, and lends itself to a variety of fabrics, from lightweight cotton to luxurious satin. A timeless essential you’ll reach for again and again.

  • Blush Camisole / Slip Dress Pattern (PDF) – intermediate level, from 34 to 56. The key techniques used here is the application of the bias binding which acts as both a neckline and the straps. See the pattern
    And for more bang for your buck a duo of patterns is available in a pretty pouch, opt for the Blush pyjamas with the Songe shorts, both pieces are included in your paper pattern! See the pattern

  • Recommended fabric: Kaki Tencel™ Linen™ Cotton Dupion – our new favourite fabric that's super easy to sew. The natural fibre choice is ideal for hot summer days. View fabric

2. Belle Épine in Dupion Fawn – beginner level

The Belle Épine pattern is one of the new designs presented this summer in the À l'Ombre des Roses collection. It comes with or without ruffles, with or without lining, and is very easy to sew. Its signature detail: the pretty bust darts that radiate along the center front line.

  • Belle Épine pattern – ideal for beginners. See the pattern

  • Dupion Fabric (Tawny color) – same material as Khaki, in a warm and sunny color. It's a perfect pattern/fabric match for a beginner: the dupion is easy to sew, irons very well and doesn't warp, nor does it slip when pinning your pieces. See the Tissuthèque article

3. Daïquiri Blouse (Smoky Blue Viscose Twill) – Beginner

The Daïquiri dress/blouse pattern was one of your favorites from last summer's Fauve Romance collection. Very easy to sew despite its sophisticated cut, it all comes down to the French seams that embellish and enhance the shell-like cutwork on the back and shoulders. Minimal difficulty and maximum effect!

  • Daiquiri Blouse Pattern. See the pattern

  • Smoky Viscose Twill Fabric – a beautiful, flowing fabric with a lovely drape, the solid color is perfect for this style of pattern. View fabric

4. Polo Malibu (Sorbet Striped Voile) – Intermediate

The Malibu polo shirt plays on the codes of chic sportswear, its straight and cropped cut gives it a more modern look, and above all, it is sewn in woven fabric, for a less casual style than a knitted polo shirt. Its technical points: the polo tab and the collar. Enough to enrich your sewing skills. And once you've tasted Malibu, you won't be able to resist making it with or without sleeves, in many fabrics!

  • Malibu Polo Pattern – Striped voile version for summer. See the pattern

  • Sorbet Striped Voile Fabric – lightweight and graphic, perfect for the warmer months, this beautiful voile is woven in France. Its pastel colors and the very special weaving of its stripes, like fine ribbons, give it a crazy charm. Plus, this beautiful fabric is currently on sale... the perfect opportunity to fall for a beautiful tangy Malibu. See the fabric

5. Top Paola (Solaris Ultra Orange) – intermediate

Paola is THE ultimate summer pattern. Available as a sundress or a pretty, flowing camisole, its devastating back neckline is irresistible, while the rounded front neckline softens the look. Its cut is crafted with panels for a soft, airy drape, and its thin straps tie delicately at the back.

  • Paola Top and Dress Pattern – Loose, flared cut. See the pattern

  • Solaris Printed Fabric – Our beautiful viscose poplin comes in vibrant, sunny colors that we love for summer. View fabric

6. Top Salto (Popeline Lunares) – intermediate

The Salto top is a classic that returns each season to pair with our new fabrics. Very quick to sew and uses little fabric, it comes with or without a front button placket, and its wide straps allow it to be worn easily with a bra. We never tire of sewing the beautiful Salto!

  • Salto pattern. See the pattern

  • Lunares Printed Viscose Poplin Fabric – Featured in the La Flamenca capsule, this beautiful, chic polka dot pattern is perfect for a lightweight, timeless top. View fabric

7. Spritz Tank Top Duo (Cotton Voile + Botanica Lace) – beginner/intermediate

We're offering you not one but two patterns with Spritz! A pair of tank tops to wear together or separately, with impeccable finishes and the possibility of being available in any warp and weft fabric you desire. Here, I've combined cotton voile and Smoky Blue lace, for a pair of tops that are as elegant as they are easy to wear, whatever the occasion.

  • Spritz pattern. See the pattern

  • Cotton Voile + Botanica Lace Fabric Smoky Blue – romantic & summery, Smoky Blue suits all skin tones. See the fabric

8. Top Palma (Daphne Lace) – beginner

The Palma top was designed specifically for beginner seamstresses. Ultra-easy to sew, with few pieces, its boxy cut means you don't have to worry about making adjustments, unlike more fitted models. Maison Fauve's signature detail: the pretty flat pleats that embellish the back of the garment.

  • Palma pattern. See the pattern

  • White Daphne Lace Fabric – a true lace gem, with its anemone embroidery. It adds sophistication to any sewing project, even the most minimalist. The Palma/Daphne lace combination is a real success! View the fabric

9. Storm Blouse (Daphne Lace) – intermediate

The Tempête blouse is a true marvel. With its draped collar and beautifully crafted pleats on the shoulders, it's elegant without being flashy. Its technical features include the invisible zipper in the back and the precision of the pleating. Available in a long-sleeved version, this pattern is designed to suit you whatever the season.

  • Storm Pattern. See the pattern PDF

  • Daphne Lace Fabric in Moss Green – Just as lace adds an extra touch of sophistication to the Palma top, the combination of Daphne lace and Tempête blouse is a true marvel. In moss green, Daphne lace is easy to wear every day with a pair of beautiful jeans. View fabric

10. Botanica Chocolate Lace Daiquiri Blouse – Beginner

A perfect example of versatility, the Daïquiri pattern offers a new facet in chocolate Botanica lace. And its French seam finishes are ideal for sewing lace.

  • Daiquiri pattern. See the pattern

  • Botanica Lace Fabric (chocolate color), a beautiful fabric currently at a low price during the sales. See the fabric

11. Cicadella Blouse (Botanica Lace) – beginner

For beginners, Cicadella is a great choice. The pattern comes in three sleeve versions, with or without lining, so it's a perfect project for progressing and, above all, for sewing and re-sewing!

12. Malibu Lace Daphne Polo – Intermediate

Once again, a perfect example of the versatility of sewing patterns! The same model will embody a completely different look depending on whether it is sewn in solid color, striped voile, or, as here, in beautiful lace. In this version, the collar and placket are sewn in our Lemonade tencel satin, matching the lace.

13. Free Pompom Top (Tailored Wool) – Intermediate

Last but not least, the beautiful Pompon cardigan has been delighting seamstresses for many seasons. We're offering this lovely pattern in PDF format on our website, both to spoil our loyal customers and to give new seamstresses the opportunity to discover our work. And although it's free, Pompon has everything a great piece needs: an ultra-sophisticated cut, fully lined, and full of details and finishing touches. So why resist Pompon's charm?!

  • Pompon Pattern – Free PDF at Maison Fauve. See the pattern PDF

  • Tailored Wool Fabric – the ultimate in wool: fine, very supple, the quality of its weave makes it virtually wrinkle-free even though it is 100% wool. This is an exceptionally high-quality fabric, perfect for a dressy version of Pompon. View the fabric

Current sales: take advantage now!

Maison Fauve offers up to 35% off a selection of fabrics (including Botanica lace, vicose voile, etc.) during the summer sales. A great way to sew pretty little tops at great prices!

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