I was instantly drawn to this pattern with it’s flattering neckline and beautiful waterfall pleat. So elegant. It was the perfect project to test out my new overlocker and use up some buttery soft navy bamboo jersey from my stash. Construction deets as well as some hints and tips on sewing knits can be found on my blog http://coutureacademic.wordpress.com/2013/03/09/sewing-with-knits/
Bamboo jersey
Intermediate
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Sewing Projects
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Meg's Magazine Mash Up
In part two Meg sews on the flounce, pleats and gathers the skirt and installs the invisible zipper!
Quick Tip
Is your sleeve a little tight? Simply add fullness to the upper area to make things comfortable!
Pattern Collection
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Mar 13, 2013, 04.52 PMby pinkknithedgehog
I love the tunic length—looks great on you!
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Mar 14, 2013, 11.37 AMby Couture Academic
Thanks! Dress is in the works!
Mar 9, 2013, 11.31 PMby thisblogisnotforyou
Great! Looks awesome! I made a dress from this pattern :)
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Mar 10, 2013, 12.44 AMby Couture Academic
Thanks! I think the dress is next on the list…so nice to have dual function patterns!
Mar 9, 2013, 03.01 PMby carolientje
love it :)
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Mar 10, 2013, 12.44 AMby Couture Academic
Thanks!
Mar 9, 2013, 02.07 PMby Mary Athey
Love this and your blog, I made the dress version and will make the top one of these days x
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Mar 10, 2013, 12.45 AMby Couture Academic
Thanks and glad you like the blog! Dress is on the to sew list :)
Mar 9, 2013, 01.01 PMby liliv-1
awesome top!
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Mar 10, 2013, 12.45 AMby Couture Academic
Thank you!