This top is a semi-fitted pullover with long bishop sleeves. It was important to me when designing it that it had shape and wasn’t too boxy. The long, poofy sleeves were a major feature as well!

The V-neck line is finished with a curved facing so it lays flat. I stitched all around the edge of the facing with a herringbone stitch. It’s my favorite way to attach a facing now. The result is so nice and you never have to worry about the facing popping out.

I made updates to this pattern recently, little things that make sewing it easier. For the split hem, I added 1/4″ tabs. They make folding the hem much easier and I don’t have to clip the side seam.

About that – recently, I got my hands on a RTW polo shirt with a split hem. I examined it and found they pressed the side seam flat above the split hem. I had been clipping it. So I tried it the “industrial way” and the result is nice! I still finished it with a zig-zag stitch.

The other update was adding seam allowances! I think I’m finally done adjusting this pattern, so it was time to make the SA permanent. Makes cutting go much, much faster. Hooray!

The fabric I used is a dense rayon with great texture, weight, and drape. It’s so fluid yet strong feeling. It’s called “Desert Wilderness” by Boccaccini Meadows and I bought it locally.

This is my favorite version of this pattern yet! I feel pretty swanky in it. The rayon is just perfect. I plan on making a longer one next, but I can’t decide if it will be a tunic or a dress.

Thanks for reading <3