Hi there, its been so long since I blogged, so I decided I would get back into with my favourite make of the summer. It is my most worn item this summer. I had originally made it in March and although I did wear this initial version, there were a few issues that stopped it being a favourite. Once I had fixed these I made 2 more! I made a cotton lawn version in Lisa Comfort fabric and a linen/viscose mix from Lady McElroy and they both were in heavy rotation. The pattern its self is easy to follow, I find Megan Nielsen patterns are well illustrated and written. All the elements come together as expected, and the pattern pieces are easy t make the alterations required. For reference my measurements are; Height 164cm Bust 100cm Waist 86cm Hips 114 cm I made a size L chest graded to a XL at the waist and hips, with the following adjustment's. Firstly, when I moved my arms it felt tight across my upper back, like the seams were staining. Secondly, I felt the ...
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