I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! While my daughters and husband braved the Black Friday shopping crowds, I opted to stay in and sew! I'm not much of a clothes shopper these days- just prefer to the challenge of making my own.
It has turned cold here in Illinois, down to 21 degrees this morning, so I wanted something warm. I had 2-1/2 yards of this brushed microfiber knit in a pretty cranberry, that I thought would be fun for the upcoming holiday season. I liked Vogue 1197 from Sandra Betzina for the long large cowled tunic version.
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Vogue 1197 cover |
I also like the short sleeve top in this pattern, but will have to save that for next summer. The leggings are just one pattern piece, and I definitely will be giving them a try too.
I like the huge drapey cowl collar. But, I would be careful with the fabric choice. My fabric is very thin, and I think that is good for this style. This pattern is perfect for thin rayon jerseys. I think that if you were using a beefier cotton interlock or even a poly jersey, the cowl and the sleeves would get too thick. The short sleeve version of this shirt shows a modified collar that isn't as big, so if I were to make this pattern with something thicker, I would probably use that collar instead.
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Extra Large and Drapey Cowl |
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Ruched Sleeves |
I also liked the extra long ruched sleeves. Here's the inside where you can see the clear elastic that I zigzagged to the seam allowance to create the ruching. Take a look at the tissue for these sleeve pieces- they are shaped like a big hook. Very neat- I never would have imagined the pieces like that, but it sure works!
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Sleeve from the inside with clear elastic for the ruching. |
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Sleeve pattern pieces |
I didn't add any length this time, and it seems plenty long enough. I think I'll probably wear it with a belt to give it a little more shape at the waist, but I LOVE this pattern. Another winner from Sandra Betzina.
A fabulous look and color, and those sleeves are awesome! Nice details in this one.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shirt! I'm not a big Black Friday shopper, either.
ReplyDeleteCute!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a nicely detailed tunic , they are usually so boring but I love this one.
ReplyDeleteLove this tunic - I'm definitely going to make it.
ReplyDeleteHi - I found you on Facebook via Vogue Patterns! Love this top - that's a very interesting sleeve pattern shape! Looks great on you!
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