The 5 out of 4 Weekender

I remember seeing the Weekender Tunic when it released. I remember liking it on everyone, but I didn't get the pattern. I have one of those never-ending, always-growing list of sewing projects that I'll get to one day. Then I buy fabric with different sewing projects in mind... are you like me? 😉

Well I finally sewed up the Weekender Tunic this week, and.... um.... Why on Earth did I wait so long?? Y'all this pattern is awesome! It's my new favorite sweater!!

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Have you ever had this happen to you? You put off making something, and then you wonder how you've lived without it? Don't get me wrong, I love most of the things I make... but every now and then, I'll try a finished project on, and I get REALLY excited.

That was the case with this Weekender Tunic! I finished everything but the hem, and tried it on. I was SO excited to get back in there and hem it! I checked the weather to see if I could wear it that day... unfortunately it was too warm, so I just wore it around the house until I had to leave! But I can't wait for a day that I really need a super cozy top! Because now, I have the perfect one!

All About the Pattern:

The Weekender Tunic is a loose-fitting, knit pattern. You'll need a knit fabric with about 25% stretch. As the name suggests, there is one length - tunic length. The hem can either be made straight or can be slightly curved up in the front. There is also an option to finish the straight hem with a band, if you prefer.

There are three options for the neckline. You can choose from a crew neckline, a funnel neckline, or a hood.

If you choose a crew neck or a hood, you can either make it with a regular front bodice, or there is an option to have a little lace up at the top.

You can choose from several sleeve lengths as well, or you can optionally finish the arms with thumb-hole cuffs.

This is the perfect top for wearing with jeans or leggings! It is a quick sew and so comfortable. You'll want to fill your closet with Weekender Tunics!

My Top:

I made my top using a stable sweater fabric I purchased last year from Amelia Lane Designs. They had sweater mystery boxes last year at the end of the season, and they were an amazing price, so I bought two! I'm excited that I have finally used one of my 6 two-yard cuts!

I'm not entirely sure what type of fabric this is, but I LOVE it!

I don't really like hoods... I don't wear hoods on my head, and I find them to be annoying on my back, so, I chose to do the funnel neckline. I really like how it turned out.

I was trying to decide on sleeves - there is a long sleeve option and an extra long sleeve option. I have long arms, and ended up opting for the extra long sleeve options. I actually didn't hem the sleeves, but rolled them a couple of times, as suggested in the pattern tutorial, and I LOVE the look!

This pattern was a very quick sew. I bet I spent about an hour on it from cutting to finishing the hem.

I'm already planning to sew the pattern a few more times! I kind of think I'll want to wear it everyday once the weather cools off! 😉

See the Pattern: The pattern is on sale for $5 this weekend, and I promise it's worth that! I really love it! I wish I had tried it sooner! https://5outof4.com/product/womens-weekender-tunic/?affiliates=335 (affiliate link to the pattern)

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