I have actually never made a tunic before, because I'm not sure I like the shape on me (I really like fitted garments), so I'm not sure why I picked this pattern. I think it was partly because after the January difficulties I thought this would be straightforward but mostly because I had this fabulour Nano Iro fabric in my stash and I thought it would be just right.
The pattern recommended fabric with some body and this is quite a stiff fabric (actually I think it will soften with washing and it might look better then).
The other thing I wouldn't normally do is mix patterns, but I have to say I love this combination. I used another Nano Iro for the placket, cuffs, hem and inside yoke. Because this fabric was a little thinner it really helped with the bulk, and I think the darker teal really lifts the main fabric.
When I said straightforward, it wasn't, I found the placket instructions difficult and I've come to the conclusion that I really miss diagrams on instructions and that it's much better when I don't need instructions. In this case I did the placket my way and it seems to have worked. The rest was straightforward.
I cut a size 14 (for a 36 1/4 bust). I'm a 37 1/2" bust, but even so I think I could have gone down a size. There is a lot of fabric in the body. I took over an 1" out of the shoulder width (I usually need 5/8"), so I think the yoke is particularly wide.
So overall, love the fabric, not as sure about the dress, though as I look at the photos it is growing on me, so I will definitely wear it. I was hoping to get my March BurdaStyle today to pick next month's choice , but no post due to the snow!
When I first saw the line drawing for this I was unsure about it (like you I usually prefer something fitted at the waist), but I loved the belted version in the magazine and I love your version too and must get around to trying it soon. The mix of fabrics is brilliant!
ReplyDeleteThank you Alison, I look forward to seeing yours and also how you got on with the placket, BurdaStyle certainly makes me think.
DeleteWhat gorgeous fabrics Mags. I love the colours too. Like you I prefer a little bit more of a fitted silhouette. Your tunic looks lovely belted and gives a nice shape.
ReplyDeleteThanks DIane I will definitely wear it belted. I think the looser style might suit taller people.
DeleteI absolutely love how this dress turned Mags! I am a huge fan of Nani Iro and you make me want to get out and buy more Nani Iro. Love how you styled the tunic with the belt and boots - makes for a versatile dress.xxx Hila @saturdaynightstitch
ReplyDeleteThanks Hila, I'm really enjoying the challenge, it is definitely a challenge and is getting me to try different to me normal.
DeleteBeautiful fabrics Mags and you did a great job of pairing them together.
ReplyDeleteThank Ruth, I wasn't sure I was going to actually wear it much but getting more confident in it!
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