Have you ever made a dolman top? If you're new to sewing apparel, I'd recommend starting with a dolman style top... they're easy to put together and fast to sew. There are no set-in sleeves, which makes them an easy, quick project.
I have been eyeing the Annelaine All Seasons Dolman for a WHILE... like since it released I think. I love the look of it, and really kind of wanted to try it. Primarily, I LOVE the front tie. It's really cute, and appears to be a pretty popular look right now.
Well... when Amelia Lane Designs (your next favorite fabric shop) and Annelaine Patterns decided to team up for Valentine's Day, I knew it was destiny. I HAD to make the All Seasons with some oh-so-gorgeous Amelia Lane Designs DBP.
Let me tell you about the fabric!
This is some super soft two-tone double brushed poly fabric. This is the two-tone red fabric, and it really is so beautiful! I LOVE the color of it and how it feels. It is made with 96% polyester and 4% lycra. It has very good horizontal stretch and not much vertical stretch. They are carrying this two-tone brushed poly fabric in several colors right now, but you can check out the red here.
I mentioned before that Amelia Lane Designs might be your next favorite fabric shop, and I feel like I should explain why. 😉 I'll admit... I like a lot of fabric shops (fabric is my weakness). And so many of these small companies have wonderful customer service and quick turn around, but I honestly don't think I've ever had my fabric this fast. Like a couple of weeks ago, I ordered on Friday afternoon, and a package showed up on Monday! WHOA! I would say their shipping time rivals Amazon Prime (maybe even quicker)!
Now... About the Pattern
This is a quick dolman style pattern with a few different variations. You may choose a top length or a cropped length. There is a slim or a relaxed fit cut line. You can make it with a regular hemline or with the cute tie front. If you choose the regular hemline, you'll hem it just like usual, but with the tie front, there is a facing. The neckline on this pattern is not finished with binding or a band, but drafted in a way where it will lay nicely if you turn it under and hem it. You can hem the dolman sleeves for short sleeves, or add the pieces for long 3/4 or long sleeves. It is a really nice, and unique pattern! The pattern is drafted for knit fabrics, and a fairly easy sew.
As I mentioned, I made my top using DBP. I chose to use the slim fit cutline, and made the top length with a tie front. I chose to make mine with the 3/4 length sleeves. I LOVE the fit of this top!
I made my sister one too! Maybe at some point we can wear them on the same day when we have someone else to take a picture! 😊
So... Go Try Something NEW!
Grab the pattern and go shopping at Amelia Lane Designs! I'm sure you'll find something you like!
Did Somebody Say DISCOUNT??
This week only (through SUNDAY the 17th), Amelia Lane Designs is giving us a coupon code!! Use the code PERFECTPAIR for 20% off your total purchase!
Now... About the Pattern
This is a quick dolman style pattern with a few different variations. You may choose a top length or a cropped length. There is a slim or a relaxed fit cut line. You can make it with a regular hemline or with the cute tie front. If you choose the regular hemline, you'll hem it just like usual, but with the tie front, there is a facing. The neckline on this pattern is not finished with binding or a band, but drafted in a way where it will lay nicely if you turn it under and hem it. You can hem the dolman sleeves for short sleeves, or add the pieces for long 3/4 or long sleeves. It is a really nice, and unique pattern! The pattern is drafted for knit fabrics, and a fairly easy sew.
As I mentioned, I made my top using DBP. I chose to use the slim fit cutline, and made the top length with a tie front. I chose to make mine with the 3/4 length sleeves. I LOVE the fit of this top!
I made my sister one too! Maybe at some point we can wear them on the same day when we have someone else to take a picture! 😊
So... Go Try Something NEW!
Grab the pattern and go shopping at Amelia Lane Designs! I'm sure you'll find something you like!
Did Somebody Say DISCOUNT??
This week only (through SUNDAY the 17th), Amelia Lane Designs is giving us a coupon code!! Use the code PERFECTPAIR for 20% off your total purchase!
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Love your top, suits you really well. I am not sure about the sizing of Annelaine patterns. As my sizing is similar to your sizing, I wonder what size you took for this pattern (I want to make the hoodie/sweatshirt pattern)?
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