Loose-fitting unlined jacket has dropped shoulders, sleeves and fronts are longer than the back. There are three views, A has no side seams, decorative stitching on collar, sleeves and all hem edges. B and C have contrast bands. Pullover fitted tank has self or contrast bands on the neck and armhole. Lower edges of all garments are unfinished.
<b>Pattern Sizing:</b>
This pattern comes in sizes XS to XL. I made a medium.
<b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?</b> Yes, I think so. I even silk-screened it, just like view B on the pattern envelope (I used a different screen). I silk screened on the front edges, the back center below the neckline and the lower sleeves.
<b>Were the instructions easy to follow?</b> Oh yes, super easy instructions.
<b>Fabric Used:</b> Wonderfully soft, drapey ITY knit with some Lycra in it for extra stretch. I purchased it at JoAnns. The contrast I used was from Marcy Tilton's website. I love all the colors in it and feel the green knit complements it well.
<b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:</b> I changed nothing, absolutely nothing. The only instructional method I changed was to put the contrast edge and fabric edge right sides together, sew, and turn to the right side. I think top stitched 1/4 inch from the edge.
<b>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?</b> Yes, I do think I will make this numerous times, although I will have to change it up somewhat as it is rather distinct.
<b>Conclusion: </b> This was a fun jacket and tank to create. It came together well, fits well, and just begs from some creativity! It can be worn open or closed. For the closure, I took a button I like and sewed it to a pin back with some heavy thread. I like the pin closure but DH does not. :(
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