During the summer months it gets pretty hot and humid here in Kentucky. I have a lot of chiffon in my stash, some from many years ago. I thought it would be cool dressing to wear some loose-fitting chiffon tops over tank tops. I always wear them under my scrubs for work, so I have several to work with.
I have one word for this pattern: Voluminous. I sewed a Large, when usually I sew an X-Large. If you're a Large, buy the medium pattern--you'll have plenty of room in it. I omitted the ties on the end of the cold-shoulder sleeve; they just looked silly sitting on my elbows. I also trimmed 3 inches off the hem but I'm only 5'3". There are lots of narrow hems, but it's still a quick sew.
This is a quick, simple little kimono jacket, View A. I intended it for my one of my daughters because she loves elephants and the print is rows of right-side up and upside down elephants. I made the XXL, but it's barely fitting me and I find it a little on the short side. You can't see the trim, but there is 2-inch black fringe on the hem. (It called for 3 inch fringe, but Joann's only had the 2 inch.) I accidently ordered a second cut of this fabric, but can't seem to place it now. I'll find it eventually and make her a topper with that.
This is a View D from the same pattern, in an XL. I made it from all the same fabric instead of doing a contrast skirt. I just fell in love with the little white embroidered daisies and leaves but they were a bugger-bear to sew because they're so dense. My hem is a little off in places, only noticeable to me, because the flowers just would not fold. This jacket fits well, and I love the flared skirt on it.
This pattern actually calls for knits, but I always saw it as a loose-flowing material, like the chiffon. Since it called for a knit, I cut an XXL. Next time, I'll just cut a large. I also scooped out the neck, a little too much it turns out. I'm not thrilled with this one, I fell like a yellow fire hydrant in it. And the "cuffed sleeve" was awkward to sew. I don't know if I'll play with this pattern again or not. I love the leggings and would like to try them.
Well, that's got me caught up on the chiffon sewing. I have more to share soon. Happy sewing!
