Pullover Pleated Top: I AM -- CLOHETTE

This top is made with a new pattern from a French pattern company called I AM PATTERNS.  It's a new-to-me pattern company.  This is their CLOHETTE top. 

This is a simple yet well-drafted pattern.  It fits and that is key.  Another version may very well make it to the cutting table.  

Likes:  

1. Body measurements listed on the pattern include height and finished sleeve length.  
2. It is a quick and easy project to sew, this pattern is well suited for a beginner.  
3. The sleeve bands are cut out of knit fabric whereas the body pieces are cut from a woven and this gives it a relaxed t-shirt vibe.  
4. An IAM pattern label is included.   

Dislikes:  

1. This pattern requires tracing as the pattern pieces are overlapped on one sheet of paper.  

The fabrics used are a cotton knit from the stash for the sleeve and neck band.  The lemon print is a cotton stretch fabric recently found in the discounted section at 70% off.  It is the same fabric, although different colour, used for this project a few years ago.  It's a lovely fabric to sew.  The fabric was pre-treated with a tumble in the washing machine and dryer before hitting the ironing board for a steam pressing.  

Project Details

Seams:  2.6 straight stitch and knit stitch for bands.  Seam allowance of 3/8".  

Seam finish:  Serged

Fabric:  1.5 metres

Knit  'N Stable tape:  1 metre

Pattern:  I AM -- CLOCHETTE

Additional Tools & Supplies:  Cutting table, scissors, measuring tape, clapper and button tins (used as pattern weights), pins, pin cushion, Janome sewing machine, walking foot, threads, Janome serger, thread clippers, iron, ironing board and tea.  

Happy Sewing!

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