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Cashmerette - Brattle Top - 2211

Cashmerette - Brattle Top The Brattle Top is a simple tee with a twist! The Brattle is a curve-friendly t-shirt with a faced neckline and an inventive twist that adds visual interest without adding bulk. Opt for the Brattle's short sleeves or swap in any of the sleeves from the Concord T-Shirt or Carlyle T-Shirt patterns for even more possibilities. Don't tie yourself up  in knots trying to figure out what to wear: from brunch to the gym, the Brattle is your new go-to top! April 2023 Club pattern Sizing 0-16 & 12-32 as PDF download only with yearly subscription to the Cashmerette Club. April 2023 Club pattern Reccomended Fabric: Light to mid-weight knit fabric such as cotton/lycra, poly/lycra or rayon jersey, or ITY with at least 20% crosswise stretch. I made size 18 graded out to 20 at the hips to accommodate the not so stretchy fabric choice. For my PJ top: I used a light weight very stretchy bamboo jersey in mint and a lilac for the front and back with a matching waffle...

Cashmerette - Elmwood Skirt - 3103

Cashmerette - Elmwood Skirt I became a Cashmerette Contributor in February 2023. The first pattern I made was the Elmwood Pencil Skirt.  I am not one to stick to the rules and I like to hack the patterns so with this one I added a centre front zip and zipper teeth details to the pockets.  Elmwood Skirt Exude confidence with the Elmwood Skirt! The Elmwood is a sleek woven pencil skirt designed for curves with hip-hugging side seams, back darts, and a curved waistband. View A is knee-length with a back slit and front angular pockets that stay flat when you sit, while View B hits above the knee with no pockets. Featuring a full lining and invisible centre back zipper, the Elmwood is the sophisticated (yet simple to sew) skirt your wardrobe has been waiting for. Sizing 0-16 & 12-32 as PDF download. I made a size 18 in the end. Suggested Fabric: Mid-weight woven fabric such as wool suiting, linen, poly/cotton, or poly/wool blend. Lining:  Lightweight lining fabri...

Cashmerette - Chilton Trench Coat - 5101

Chilton Trench Coat This is the very first Cashmerette pattern I made back in 2021. The fit was excellent  on the toile. I have had so much success with Cashmerette patterns since making this coat I have made many of their patterns. Pattern Description:  Classic tailoring gets a curve-friendly update with the Chilton Trench Coat! This timeless fully lined coat pattern features a single-breasted bodice, two hem lengths, belted waist, and a kick pleat on view A. An ideal fit is easily within reach, thanks to sleek princess seams and a comfortable two-part sleeve design. Sophisticated details, such as its two-part collar, cape, epaulettes, and double topstitching, make the Chilton Trench Coat a brilliant addition to any outfit and the star of your wardrobe! Cashmerette patterns have an expansive size range. This pattern starts at size 12 and goes to Size 28. There are cup size options C/D, E/F & G/H. I made view A in size 20 with G/H cup. Fabric Digital print sateen...