The One Pattern Piece Shrug - Butterick B5680

After completing the emerald crepe outfit, I needed a few easy projects to complete.  This super easy shrug was one of many UFO's I needed to complete.   I don't know what took me so long to sew it up. It didn't take two hours to finish.  I just want about five more really quick projects before a tackle another complex one.   LOl

Anyway, below is my short review of this Butterick shrug, View D.

Pattern Description:  Loose fitting.  A: button and buttonhole shoulder closure. B,C:  front extends into shawl collar.  D:  front extends to back, no side or shoulder seams.  Purchased pin; wrong side of fabric will show.  E:  V-shaped neckband, stitched at sides.

It is out of print.  copyright 2008.

The pattern piece is a modified rectangle.  Very simple construction.  It creates a interesting "V" shape back with the point resting a the waist.

 Pattern Sizing:  I used size medium.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?  Yes,  On the dress form, I pulled the collar closer to the neckline.  The drawing is positioned about midway the shoulder.   But for all intents and purposes, it looks very similar to the drawing.

Were the instructions easy to follow?  Very easy; not difficult at all.


What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?  I like the way the shrug came together as I sewed it.  The "V" at the back is super cute.  I also like the hem of it and the shawl collar.  

No dislikes.

Fabric Used:  I purchased this sweater knit from Fabricmart Fabric a few years ago.  Initially, I thought I may make a long cardigan.  But this shrug was perfect for the fabric.  I still have about two yards left.  So I need to come up with something else to make.  Maybe a skirt or a pull-over top.  Both would be nice.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:  No pattern alterations.  But I did serge the edges.  Then turned the hem, pressed it, and sewed it down by machine.  So the serged edge is exposed.  I think it is a nice design element.  

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?  I don't think I will sew this view again.  I am interested in making view A.  I do recommend this pattern.  It is beginner friendly.  These wraps and jackets are a great way to spruce up your wardrobe.

Conclusion: This shrug was a great palette cleanser. It is very easy and beginner friendly.  I recommend it to all level sewists.