Description

Stevie is an easy-fitting modern tunic with round neckline and kimono sleeves, closing at the back with a button loop or neck ties. Choose from top or above-the-knee dress length, with optional patch pocket and narrow turn-up cuffs.

Easy to make, with no darts, fiddly fastenings or set-in sleeves, this is a great project for sewing newbies, or a satisfying speedy sew for more experienced stitchers. Throw your Stevie tunic on with sandals and a statement necklace in the Summer, or layer over a stripey top and tights in the cooler months.

Like all Tilly and the Buttons sewing patterns, Stevie includes jargon-busting instructions, helpful sewing tips, and colour photos showing you each step – making it easy for you to create gorgeous clothes you can be proud to say you made yourself.

SKILL LEVEL – Beginners

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS – Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics, such as linen, double gauze, chambray, cotton lawn, viscose (rayon). If you’re a confident stitcher, try a sandwashed silk or crêpe de chine.

SUPPLIES

• Fabric

Top: Sizes 1-5: 1.2m (1¼yd) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 1.7m (1 7/8yd) x 115cm (45in) wide; Sizes 6-8: 1.5m (1½yd) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 1.5m (1 5/8yd) x 115cm (45in) wide

Dress: Sizes 1-5: 1.4m (1½yd) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 2.2m (2 1/2yd) x 115cm (45in) wide; Sizes 6-8: 2m (2 1/8yd) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 2.2m (2 1/2yd) x 115cm (45in) wide

• Matching thread
• 0.3m (3/8 yard) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
• For button loop version: 1 x 8-12mm (1/2-3/4in) rounded or fabric-covered button and elasticated hairband
• Sewing machine and basic tools