Lark Tee Sew-Along

Learn to sew the Lark Tee with our complete step-by-step guide! This modern slim-fit top is ideal for layering. We'll guide you through creating this versatile pattern with four interchangeable necklines and four sleeve lengths that work together to create 16 different tees. Master techniques for crew, scoop, boat, and V-necks plus cap, short, 3/4, and long sleeves while building confidence with knit fabrics. Perfect on its own or under your favorite blazer or cardigan!

Lesson 1

Selecting Your Fabrics

Lark Tee fabric options: striped brown jersey, solid coral knit, deep teal jersey, and navy-white stripe with crew and V-neck

Sleeve Lining: A slippery quilted lining for sleeves makes it easy to slip arms in and out, especially over sweaters. You'll learn why we use different lining fabrics for the body versus sleeves and where to source this specialty fabric.

Choose Your Fabrics

Lesson 2

Working with Knits

Hands stretching knit fabric swatches on cutting mat showing 20% stretch test: coral stripe, black stripe, and gray jersey

Learn essential techniques for sewing knit fabrics! This post covers needle selection, machine settings, stitch types, and serger differential feed adjustments. Discover how to prevent wavy seams and achieve professional results whether you're using a regular sewing machine or serger for your Lark Tee.

Master Knit Techniques

Lesson 3

Assembling the Body

Brick red Lark Tee body with sleeves pinned into armholes showing shoulder seams and underarm construction ready to sew

Time to assemble your Lark Tee body! Learn to sew shoulder seams, set sleeves without ease, and complete underarm seams in one continuous line. This straightforward construction works for all neckline and sleeve combinations, bringing your tee together quickly before finishing with necklines and hems.

Start Sewing

Grab the Lark Tee Pattern & Add-Ons

Lesson 4

Applying the Scoop & Crew Neckbands

Gray Lark Tee neckline with folded neckband pinned at quarters showing colorful pins marking alignment points for sewing

Learn to finish scoop and crew necklines - both use identical construction! This post covers creating circular neckbands, quartering for accurate alignment, stretching to fit while sewing, and optional topstitching. The only difference between these two necklines is the neckband length.

Finish the Round Necklines

Lesson 5

Applying the V-Neckband

Brick red V-neck neckband folded and pressed with trimmed points beside scissors showing preparation for attaching to Lark Tee

Master V-neck construction with this step-by-step guide! Learn to sew and clip the neckband V point, quarter for alignment, and attach using machine or serger. This post covers staystitching the shirt's V point, pressing techniques, and why V-necks differ from crew and scoop finishing options.

Finish the V-Neck

Lesson 6

Finishing the Boatneck

Completed Lark Tee boat neck in navy and white striped jersey showing finished topstitched neckline with 3/4 sleeves

Ready to tackle the easiest neckline? The boat neck requires just three simple steps: optional serging for a clean fold line, folding and pressing the seam allowance, and topstitching with your choice of stitch. Learn which stitches work best and why testing on scraps helps you choose the right finish.

Finish the Boatneck

Lesson 7

Hemming Your Tee

Gray Lark Tee hem showing coverstitch finish on wrong side with raw edge enclosed inside stitching line

Time to complete your Lark Tee! This basic hemming method works for both body and sleeve hems across all neckline and sleeve combinations. Learn to press the seam allowance, choose between coverstitch, zigzag, or straight stitch options, and finish with a final press for a polished result.

Finish Your Lark

Extras

  • Colorblocked Lark Tee on model with cream upper body and navy lower body split at underarm seam with boat neck and 3/4 sleeves

    Colorblocked Pattern Hack

    Transform your Lark Tee with classic colorblocking! This easy variation lets you split the pattern at any match point - like the underarm - to mix fabrics and prints. Learn to add seam allowances, reattach pattern halves, and align colorblocked seams. Perfect for using smaller fabric cuts from your stash.

    Try Colorblocking 
  • Red Lark Tee on model showing fabric strap detail across scoop neckline from shoulders to center front with cap sleeves

    Strappy Neck Pattern Hack

    Add interest to your Lark with this quick strap detail! Construct a completed scoop neck tee, measure from shoulder to shoulder across center front, then create fabric tubes for the strap and anchor. Learn to attach the anchor at center front and position strap ends at shoulder seams for a fun finishing touch.

    Add Strap Detail 
  • Brown sleeveless Lark Tee dress on model hitting mid-calf with relaxed slim fit and side slits, styled with plants

    Midi-Dress Pattern Hack

    Transform your Lark into a versatile midi dress! This variation uses the Lark Tee Dress Add-On with custom length adjustments. Learn to extend the pattern from knee to mid-calf, add side slits for movement, and finish with mitered corners. The slim yet relaxed fit works year-round for layering or wearing solo.

    Make it a Midi 
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