This tunic has been on my to make list for a few years. I finally made view B earlier to month. My initial attraction was to view A. But, I decided to make view B first. I have a great black and white stripe that I purchased from Mood Fabric some time ago for view A. More later on that view. But for now, let's talk about view B.
Pattern Description: Misses' asymmetrical tunic with tie neck, set-in puffed sleeve with stay, fron tuck detailing. Slim pull-on capri pants with side front pockets and side vent detailing. B: round neck, D: angular back seaming from better fit, purchased piping.
Pattern Sizing: A - J. I made view B using sizes E-F.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it did.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes. I only glanced at them, because I was making the simplest view of the two tops. The construction was very much like any typical t-shirt top/tunic. When I make view A with the tie, I'm sure to pay more attention to the instructions.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Again, I was drawn to view A. The draw was the tie, pleats, and the puff sleeves. I really do not have a dislike. But I would like to see something more in the back detail of most tops and dresses.
Fabric Used: I used a jersey knit from the Vogue Fabric warehouse in Evanston. I recently went there with one of my sewing students. I'm trying to do better about fabric purchases. Lol I have so much fabric. Anyway, this fabric sewed up easy. For the sleeves, I used the remnant from a recent project. That fabric was purchased at Walmart. It is a light weight sweatshirt fabric. Both fabrics were pre-washed and dried.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: No alterations or design changes. Sewn right from the envelope. Of course, a little tweaking as I sewed it together.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I plan to sew view A very soon. And yes, I do recommend it to others sewists.
Conclusion: I really like how this tunic turned out. It is definitely a wardrobe staple. I plan to pair it with jeans or a simple pull on pants. This tunic is a nice alterative to a typical t-shirt top.
Happy Sewing!
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