Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Swoon Patterns: Scarf neck cardigan




I've been searching for a waterfall cardigan pattern for ages, I have a couple of RTW ones that I wear a lot to work that need replacing. I saw this pattern on Thornberry's blog and it seemed to fit all my wants plus a couple more - its a free download (!!!) and it has princess seams.

I cut a sz L and did a 1" FBA. I changed the hem to suit my RTW cardi's, I don't find long cardi's very flattering on me so I like them to sit shorter at the back and sides.



The fabric is a thin rayon jersey from Rathdowne fabrics, its sort of a grey/purple/brown colour.

I left the front centre hem raw and twin needled the bottom hem. I made it all on my serger except for the hem, its a very quick make!
 
It could do with the shoulders being narrowed next time, but its a casual style and I don't think its that noticeable.



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7 comments:

  1. House of PinheiroSeptember 10, 2014 at 4:45 PM

    Looks so cozy.

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  2. BlaceySeptember 10, 2014 at 5:25 PM

    Gorgeous!

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  3. JudithSeptember 10, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    Great sewing ~ I'm off to download this pattern right now ... J

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  4. BunnySeptember 10, 2014 at 8:12 PM

    Good call on the length, Suzy, and a very pretty color on you.

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2014 at 12:24 AM

    I like this a lot! :) Great style/colour on you. Also, the whole outfit is fierce. Love the shoes.

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  6. AmandaSeptember 11, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    Ohhh this is a winner! The shorter length is great- long cards can be a bit overwhelming :D Also, tops colour on you!

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  7. CarolynSeptember 18, 2014 at 11:30 PM

    That's a gorgeous drapey cardigan, and the colour is lovely on you :)

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