Mum gave me this interesting zigzag knit ( I do sometimes buy my own fabric ! ) . It is a textured knit but has very little stretch. I admit my choice of pattern was based purely on laziness . The pattern is Simplicity 2472 a Cynthia Rowley pattern for a top/ tunic/ dress using woven fabric which has cut on sleeves. I was worried about pattern matching those zigzags so was attracted to that sleeve feature.
This is a deceptive pattern. The pieces look large and shapeless and likewise so does the finished garment .
However wearing it is a different matter . I felt quite pleasantly trendy for a change !
It is incredibly easy to sew with just a front and back and narrow bands for the neck and sleeves. I was considering bias binding for the neck but having recently made a nightie with a very narrow neck band and liking the effect I stuck with the pattern .
I had to sew a centre seam in the back instead of cutting on the fold because of restricted amounts of fabric. However I need not have worried about pattern matching because the zigzags and colours are so irregular .
I should mention that I made the shortest version but would love to make the dress one day . I would highly recommend this pattern but it is probably OOP like most of the patterns I seem to sew.
I have tried to capture the lovely woven texture of the fabric but as per usual the photography is the hardest thing to do here .
Happy Sewing Janine.
With that sort of fabric pattern, keeping the shape simple is a must for cutting and sewing the stripes. And also a simple shape shows the pattern well when you wear it too :)
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely fabric! That was a great score from your mother. I really like the sleeves and neckline on the top and you should make a dress version.
ReplyDeleteHow lovely! the fabric is so pretty and the top looks great on you. The lack of structure is just right. Looking forward to a long version... Isn't it strange how many of the best patterns are oop? Wish the big4 would re-release some of them!
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