Cielo Top & Dress Pattern
Part of our Rome Collection, the Cielo Dress & Top is an easy, breezy take on a boxy tee and shift dress. Loaded with interesting details and interchangeable features, it will fast become a wardrobe building favourite.
Choose between a semi-cropped top with a cuffed short sleeve (View A) or dramatic gathered long sleeve (View B). Or, make an easy fitting dress with sleek inseam pockets (View C), or without pockets (View D). All views have a slightly dropped shoulder, angled shoulder yoke and roomy fit, with a choice between an elegant bias binding or faced neckline finish.
Related Products: Learn to Sew Clothing online class
Sizes: 0-20 and 14-30 (PDF) and 0-20 (Print only)
- See our guide to printing & assembling PDF files here.
- Model notes: Our model Sheenah is 5'-4" and wears a size 6. Aisha is 5'-7" and wears a size 20. Aisha's top has been cropped 1.5" shorter than the original pattern. All bottoms pictured are the Pietra Pants & Shorts pattern from our Rome Collection.
A digital version of this pattern is included in our online sewing course, Learn How to Sew Clothing! You'll also receive digital patterns for the Fiore Skirt and Pietra Pants.
Fabric and Supplies
SUGGESTED FABRIC
This pattern can be made with a variety of fabrics depending on the desired effect. For a more structured shape, use light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, or cotton shirtings. For a drapier effect, use rayon challis, tencel, cotton voile or silk.
YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (45"/1.14M FABRIC)
View A (Short sleeved top)
Sizes 0-20: 0-14 = 1.5yd / 1.4m, 16-20 = 1.75 yd / 1.6m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 2yd / 1.85m, 24-30 = 2.5yd / 2.25m
View B (Long sleeved top)
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 2.5yd / 2.75m, 10-14= 3yd / 2.75m, 16-20 = 3.5 yd / 3.2m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 3.5yd / 3.2m, 24-30 = 3.75yd / 3.5m
View C (Dress with pockets & short sleeves)
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 2.5yd / 2.25m, 10-14 = 3yd / 2.75m, 16-20 = 3.25yd/3m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 3.5yd / 3.2m, 24-30 = 3.75yd / 3.5m
View D (Dress without pockets and long sleeves)
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 3.25yd / 3m, 10-14 = 3.75yd / 3.5m, 16-20 = 4.25yd/3.8m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 4.5yd / 4.1m, 24-30 = 4.75yd / 4.3mYARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (58"/1.5M FABRIC)
View A (Short sleeved top)
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 1.25yd / 1.15m, 8-20 = 1.75yd/1.6m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 1.5yd / 1.4m, 24-30 = 1.75yd / 1.6m
View B (Long sleeved top)
Sizes 0-20: 0-14 = 2yd / 1.85m, 16-20 = 2.25 yd / 2m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 2.25yd / 2m, 24-30 = 2.75yd / 2.6m
View C (Dress with pockets & short sleeves)
Sizes 0-20: All sizes = 2.25yd / 2m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 2.75yd/2.6m, 24-30 = 3yd / 2.75m
View D (Dress without pockets and long sleeves)
Sizes 0-20: All sizes = 2.75yd / 2.6m
Sizes 14-30: 14-22 = 2.75yd / 2.6m, 24-30 = 3.75yd / 3.5m
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Lightweight non-stretch fusible interfacing (.25 yd / .25m)
- Polyester thread
- Marking tool
Details
Sewing level: Advanced beginner
Sizes: 0 - 20 and 14-30 (see our sizing chart here)
Finished measurements: 0-20 here and 14-30 here
Instructions: English & French (French instructions available as PDF only)
Print at Home File (Letter & A4): Sizes 0-20: 50 pages, Sizes 14-30: 41-53 pages, sizes are layered.
Copy Shop (36" x 48" / A0): Sizes 0-20: 3 pages, Sizes 14-30: 4 pages, sizes are layered.
Helpful Resources
Related Sewing Tutorials
- How to Sew Darts
- A Dart is Just a Suggestion
- How to Do a Small Bust Adjustment
- How to Sew Bias Binding: Two Methods
Pattern Hacks & Inspiration
- Fabric Suggestions
- Tester Round-up
- Heather's Capsule Collection
- The Design Story Behind the Rome Collection
- Hacking the Cielo Top & Dress
- A Flashdance Inspired Sweat Suit
Really lovely, versatile pattern with clean lines and a modern boxy fit. Easy and clear to assemble. Problems were strictly user error - do yourself a favour and use the Adobe layers feature to print only the size(s) you need to keep the markings clear. This is my 2nd CC pattern (1st: Ginger jeans) and I consistently have to lengthen through the waist by 2" even though I am fairly short (5'3"). Otherwise, the fit is perfect, and I will be making all views. My first attempt was view A (short sleeve t) in a gauzy crinkle cotton, but I am itching to make another in something more substantial like a slubby silk noil. Highly recommended!
I made the Cielo top up in a sheer white pique' and lined it. I made the short version with short sleeves and really love it. I'm looking forward to spring so I can wear it. I think it will become one of my favorite tops.
I have made 3 Cielo tops and looove them all. I added 2 inches length because I sit on the floor with children all day but otherwise made no changes. The directions are clear and easy to follow. I get compliments when I wear my Cielos!
This is my go-to woven top.
(or at least nothing that wasn't a rectangle!), but this pattern was so well written. I recently tried a different pattern that was not from Closet Core and let's just say... they forgot to tell you some important steps. This pattern is great for beginners because they give you definitions and pictures for every single step. My end product was so cute and fit me well. I am excited to try it again and maybe make a dress next.
Pattern veramente facile, consigliatissimo!
Made the Cielo with short sleeves and pockets in a rust colored medium weight line and I couldn't be more pleased! So comfortable and versatile. Can wear it as a summer dress or with jeans or leggings under it. I've received many compliments. I'm sure I'll make more next summer.
