Difficulty: Confident beginners

Sizes: UK 6-34
 

Description

Elevate your closet with timeless Breton tops, snug knit dresses and stylish sixties-inspired funnel necks – all stemming from one versatile pattern! Swiftly sewn, this iconic design is a seamless introduction to low-stretch knit fabrics. Opt for a sophisticated boat neckline or a cosy funnel roll neck. Embrace optional patch pockets for practicality and three sleeve variations - full, three-quarter length, with or without rolled cuffs. Tailor your style with ease, from chic tops to delightful dresses.

Recommended fabric

Medium weight knit fabric with very little stretch. Look out for interlock knit, double knit, ponte di roma, or feel the fabric to check it’s not too fine or stretchy.

Notions

• Fabric: - Dress with funnel neck + cuffs - 2.3m x 150cm wide (2 1/2 yards x 60in) OR 3m x 115cm wide (3 1/4 yards x 45in)

• Plain dress - 2m (2¼ yards) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 2.7m (3 yards) x 115cm (45in) wide

• Top with funnel neck + cuffs – 1.8m (2 yards) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 2.7m (3 yards) x 115cm (45in) wide

• Plain top – 1.5m (1¾ yards) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 2.2m (2½ yards) x 115cm (45in) wide

• Matching thread

• Ribbon or stay tape - 30cm (12in) x 6-8mm (1/4in) wide

• Stretch or ballpoint needle for your sewing machine

• Sewing machine and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are useful)