Pattern testing is such a huge part of making a great pattern, and I’m so grateful to all of the lovely ladies who tried out the Sudley pattern for us before release. Some of them have been kind enough to let us share there makes with you and give their thoughts on the pattern, and seriously, they made some awesome garments!
Check out what they made below, and if you’ve got a few moments have a look at their blogs and IG, these babes are pretty great.
WHO
Marie // Find her on her blog SEWN
MADE
Version 2 // Cropped blouse with short sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
The versatility. On top of blouse and dress versions to choose from there’s an added variety of design variations with the collar and keyhole.
WHO
Vesna // Find her on Instagram @Kelerabeus
MADE
Version 3 // Empire waist dress with gathered skirt + dress with a drop waist and peter pan collar + another dress with colour blocked sleeves and scalloped hem
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
Definitely the multitude of options! By mixing and matching and playing around with the pattern pieces you can get so many different silhouettes, I found that to be amazing! And also – no zipper nor the buttonholes required! You must love that :)
WHO
Ashleigh // Find her on her blog
MADE
Version 3 // Empire waist dress with gathered skirt and above elbow sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
Love the key hole! Such a fun detail.
WHO
Alice // Find her on Instagram @alicemakes
MADE
Version 2 // Cropped blouse with short sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
I love that it is something i can dress up and down. i don’t find too many patterns to fall within this camp. being able to reverse it gives it an edge, with version 2 specifically without the collar, and entirely different look when worn the other way round.
WHO
Linda // Find her on her blog and on Instagram @LLfasRN
MADE
Version 3 // Empire waist dress with gathered skirt
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
I loved all the different ways the pattern could be made up.
WHO
Beth // Find her on her blog
MADE
Version 1 mashup! // Blouse with short sleeves, added length and a split hem (love this idea!)
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
There are so many options for altering and personalizing! Even though this style isn’t one I would normally choose as-is, I have many ideas about how to make it something that is my style. I’d also like to make it out of a knit.
WHO
Charlotte // Find her on her blog
MADE
Version 1 // Blouse with peter pan collar
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
The fact it can be worn two ways, is quick to make but with nice touches, and those neckties!
WHO
Burke // Find her on Instagram @modernseamstress
MADE
Version 3 // Empire waist dress with gathered skirt and 3/4 length sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
Cute style, flowy aesthetic & multiple variations. I might make a top with a shorter skirt portion & mid sleeve. I also might try adding some elastic at the waist to cinch it in.
WHO
Katie // Find her on Instagram @katharineemma
MADE
Version 1 // Blouse with above elbow sleeves and no collar
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
The length of the body and the sleeves on Version 1 are the perfect length for me. And I like the unexpected keyhole and tie in the back. I made my Sudley in a very drapey fabric, which makes it feel kind of dressy, even though the fit is easy and comfortable. I think the elbow length sleeves are a little dressier too.
WHO
Katie // Find her on her blog and on Instagram @kglee01
MADE
Version 1 // Blouse with short sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
The fit through the shoulders and bust — I didn’t need any adjustments!
WHO
Jacqueline // Find her on her blog
MADE
Version 1 mashup! // Collarless blouse with 3/4 sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
i love the finished look. It’s a great fit and also that it’s reversible too.
WHO
Amy // Find her on her blog and on Instagram @wallyandgrace
MADE
Version 1 + Version 2 mashup! // Blouse with short sleeves
HER FAVOURITE THING ABOUT THE PATTERN
Such a cute, versatile blouse. Perfect for work or basic day wear. Also, looks great as a layering piece.
// SHOW US YOUR CREATIONS! //
What about you?! We’d love to see what you’re creating from the new Sudley pattern! Don’t forget to tag your creations #MNsudley and @megannielsenpatterns to share what you’ve been working on, and check out what everyone else is up to!
