We are in the depths of winter so naturally I’m dreaming of warmer days. As part of the Make it Perfect Pattern Parade, I decided to sew up the Shearwater Kaftan. The kaftan is my kinda style. On the dressier side of casual but still nice and comfy for chasing the boys around and hanging out at home.
There is so much to love about this pattern! It comes together easily and looks so effortless when worn.
Toni sent me the paper pattern which comes printed on A3 sheets of paper. They are printed on both sides, so I traced off the pieces for my size. There are only three major pieces so it doesn’t take long.
I made my version using some cotton lawn from my stash. I only had 1m of fabric so I went with short sleeves. I’m planning to make another with the longer sleeve length and I’d also like to make a dress length. I think it would be perfect to pop on after a swim in the pool.
As always, I made a few alterations. I brought the neckline in a bit as it looked like it sat wide and I am quite narrow in the shoulders. I love how it ended up. The pattern includes two lengths for the placket, but I decided to split the difference and cut it in between. Again, I’m really happy with it. I finished the neck binding on the outside of the kaftan and also extended the binding to make ties.
I think I’m going to have to wait a few months to actually give it a test run. It was about 10 degrees today and the five minutes I was wearing it to take photos were 5 very cold minutes!
Be sure to check out the rest of the parade and see the lovely things everyone has been making:
Toni-Maree says
Hehe you look a bit chilly 🙂 Love the print, looks lovely! Perfect with some shorts for summer.
abby says
funny, I even warmed the photo up a bit…very cold! Thanks.
Laura says
You look gorgeous and the fit is fantastic! I love it with the hat, it’ll warm up soon enough. Nice captcha by the way 🙂
abby says
thanks. My spam was driving me crazy, even with akismet, and I knew exactly which captcha I wanted…it’s so cute!
Jane says
Such pretty fabric. Great job Abby!
abby says
thanks Jane
Jane says
Oh I love this!!! The fabric is fantastic…and seems to be the perfect match for the style! It looks great on you! Even if you were freezing! 😉
abby says
thanks Jane! Yes, I’ve been hoarding that fabric for ages…nice to let it finally see the light of day.
Jenya says
Abby, your kaftan looks wonderful! You are a brave woman posing outside in this weather! I bet you will love wearing this kaftan comes summer 🙂
abby says
thanks Jenya! I will admit, I was wearing ugg boots during the photo session.
Jill || Made with Moxie says
I’m loving your kaftan! Great fabric too. Toni’s patterns are so my style. I may have to make this one too. 😉
abby says
thanks Jill! Yes, you should 😉 It’s a quick project
Mel says
Looks lovely Abby and comfy, here’s hoping you can wear it for real because I’m over winter.
abby says
I have my fingers and toes crossed that I can too! 😉
Laura - Behind the Hedgerow says
Great version, Abby! I love it! I’m just finishing mine and am also doing longer ties. The fit is great – loose and comfy but still flattering. Great job! x
abby says
Can’t wait to see your version Laura!
Me says
Lovely
Toni Coward says
Love it with the short sleeves Abby! Hope you get lots of wear out of it once the weather warms up. Thanks for joining in the Parade!! x