Create a sleek mini strappy tube top with stretch straps, an open back, and adjustable fit using this beginner-friendly PDF sewing pattern. Designed for stretch fabrics, this style uses stretch strings to form both the binding and back straps for a clean, minimal finish.
The Mini Strappy Tube Top features a secure open-back design with strap connections and optional front ruching for added shape. It’s perfect for festival wear, dance, performance outfits, or layering with other Sew Skimpy pieces.
✨ Includes
Sizes XS–L (Bonus XL size included)
Optional front ruching
Open back with strap connection
Minimal coverage tube-top design
Formatted for US Letter (8.5″ × 11″)
Test squares in US (2″ × 2″) and Metric (5.08 cm)
Color-coded pattern layers by size
🧵 What You Will Need
1 yard 2-way or 4-way stretch fabric
Stretch straps or stretch strings (used for binding and back straps)
1″ O-ring
Matching thread
Binding foot recommended
Serger or home sewing machine with zigzag stitch
💻 Digital Download
This is a DIGITAL PDF sewing pattern available for instant download after purchase.
Due to the nature of digital files, no returns, exchanges, or refunds are permitted.
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Pattern Assembly
1️⃣ Hem Sides
Hem short side edges with a stretch stitch. (½” hem)
2️⃣ Mark Centers
Mark center points on top and bottom edges.
3️⃣ Pin Stretch Straps
Pin stretch straps to top and bottom edges, starting at center and working outward using size measurements.
4️⃣ Stay Stitch
Lightly stay stitch straps in place with a stretch stitch, leaving four loose side straps for the O-ring. (¼” seam allowance)
5️⃣ Secure Binding
Wrap straps over raw edges and stitch with a cover stitch, zigzag, or stretch stitch. Keep side straps free.
6️⃣ Attach O-Ring
Feed strap ends through the O-ring, fold back, and pin.
7️⃣ Secure Straps
Stitch folded strap ends down with a straight stitch. Sew twice for strength.
🎥 Follow-along video coming soon.
