I love rayon challis for summer wear. Rayon does wrinkle, but easily fluffs out with a quick spin in the dryer, a few moments in a steamy shower, or a quick wipe with a medium iron.
I’ve had both pattern and fabric in my stash for awhile now. The fabric came from Fabric Mart during a rayon challis sale, along with several other solid colors, some of which I’ve already sewn up.
This design is flattering to every figure, easy and comfortable to wear. I followed the pattern for this make. I usually need a FBA, but really wasn’t sure how to do it on this top. So I sort of muddled through it.
The only tricky part for me was getting the center front gather/pouffy to flow neatly. It kept twisting to one side, until I took it completely apart and resewed it
I’m sure I’ll be making this one again, maybe next time in a bold print!
<b>Pattern Description: </b>
Pull-over top and tunic have front and back yokes, and shoulders extend forming sleeves. Front has a gathered extension folded over front yoke. Sleeves are gathered at bottom edge and finished with self fabric bindings. View A sleeves are elbow length and View B sleeves are short.
<b>Pattern Sizing:</b>
Misses
<b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?</b>
Yes, exactly!
<b>Were the instructions easy to follow?</b>
Yes, they were clear and correct. The only difficult part, for me, was getting the center pouffy to look right.
<b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?</b>
I like the loose, comfortable fit, it will be nice for hot summer days
<b>Fabric Used:</b>
rayon challis
<b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:</b>
None this time
<b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?</b>
Yes and yes
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