This pattern is another one designed to be used with knit fabric and it looks so much more difficult than it actually is.
The designer is Jocole Sewing Patterns and she has a great range of patterns for Ladies and Girls. There are some for woven and some for knit fabric also.
I have a large number of her patterns already but this is the first that I have actually cut and sewn up.
The Crossover Tunic/Dress caught my eye as it looked to be flattering and also has a number of lengths you can choose from. It comes in a Girls or a Ladies option. There was mention of a Sew-a-long so I thought I would take part and see how I go.
There is also a number of free modification tutorials you can download from her store.... yes I said FREE.
This designer is very generous with her tutorials both on her blog and with free modifications for her patterns from the Store. Blog
The original pattern comes with a cap style sleeve but I chose to modify the pattern to put sleeves on it as I do try to cover my arms up even in Summer due to my large number of Moles on my skin.
The pattern also comes with great instructions, lots of pictures and many options/instructions on finishing your edges and neckline, these are also free tutorials on her blog.
Here is my finished tunic, it's quite flattering I think, I can wear it with pants, shorts or skirts and I only used 1 meter of fabric for this whole thing.
I mostly used my overlocker but for some parts I did some test sewing on scrap pieces of fabric before doing things like the neckline, hem and sleeve ends.
I am sure you an see the ripples at the front bust, that's my sewing, not the pattern, I rushed a little but it's still VERY wearable and next time (there will definately be a next time) I will be more careful when make a dress length.
It's very versatile, I also want to try mixing up the fabric on top and bottom and using binding around the neckline.
I suggest anyone that has wanted to try sewing with knits go and take a look at some of Jocoles tutorials and instructions on her blog, it has a huge amount of free information and her patterns are wonderful to follow and sew up.
The store has some great Bundle Pack Pricing options too so you can buy multiple patterns for a fraction of the price. Along with some great Mix and Match options you could be set for anything in one visit.
Again I stress I have not been paid or bribed in any way to write this review, I just throught i would share another adventure in my sewing world......
1 comment:
Gorgeous!
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