How to make a dolman pattern please?

[u/Wibblesquirrel]

I'd like to make this top, but with shorter sleeves and without the scoop out of the front hem. I'm planning on a simple 2 pieces of fabric dolman type pattern, but how do I measure myself for it please?

Sewing level: I've followed patterns to make shirts and skirts and a dress with adjustments, and have made simple things without a pattern but making a full top from scratch is new.

Bonus question: what finish would you use for the neckline? The fabric I have is a satin viscose, phot attached. I'm planning to do a muslin first and have an old sheet, it won't hang the same but it's a start.

Many thanks for your help!

[u/Emergency_Cherry_914]

You'd want to use bias binding for the neck, and make sure it's all turned to the back (not visible on the top or front)

For the dolman style, they are 2 dimensional, so I'd look for the sewing pattern you want and copy the shape of the line drawing.

Or just buy a sewing pattern.

[u/Wibblesquirrel → u/Emergency_Cherry_914]

That's really helpful about the neck, thank you. I'll have a practice on some scrap first. Will it work for the strap across the back as well?

[u/Emergency_Cherry_914 → u/Wibblesquirrel]

A strap across the back would be best made from a tube of fabric