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Meet the Roan Button-down Tunic
Whether you're looking for a comfy and casual look or a stylish statement piece, this pattern has got you covered (literally). Roan is an oversized button-down tunic with a bunch of details that add a touch of sophistication and a loose fit that ensures maximum comfort. It has dropped shoulders, a two-piece button-down collar, a sewn-on button placket, cuffs, and two oversized chest patch pockets. You'll also find a seam at the center back, a curved hemline, and a button on the back collar. All these details will help you grow your sewing skills while you make something you'll want to wear every day.
If you’re a Seamwork member, you get an exclusive discount code at both of these fabric shops and a bunch of others around the world!
Fabric & Fit
Fabrics to shop: Look for lightweight or medium-weight woven fabrics such as shirting, chambray, linen, linen blends, flannel, lawn, voile, rayon challis, rayon crepe, Tencel, Tencel twill, poplin, and silk crepe.
If you choose a fabric with a lot of drape, like Tencel or rayon, your shirt will cling more to your body and the pockets will open up more. If you choose a fabric with less drape, you’ll get a more structured silhouette.
Fabrics to avoid: This button-down works with so many fabrics, but it’s best to avoid anything too lightweight or too heavy. Heavy denim and canvas will create a very boxy, oversized silhouette.
Tips for sewing:
Fit: Here are some fitting tutorials that will help.
- Follow this tutorial to lengthen and shorten a sewing pattern.
- If you want to blend between sizes, use this video tutorial.
- To adjust the shoulder slope, follow this tutorial.
- Here are tutorials for small bust adjustments and full bust adjustments.
Meet the Del Jumpsuit
Introducing the ultimate sewing pattern for the fashion-forward trendsetter: the Del jumpsuit! This wide-legged jumpsuit has elasticized gathered straps, a V-neckline at the front, and a scoop neck at the back. Patch pockets cross the side seams, and the neckline and armholes are finished with an all-in-one facing.
This pattern is perfect for making a statement while staying comfortable and stylish. The wide-legged silhouette will make you feel like you're walking on clouds, while the elasticized gathered straps ensure the perfect fit every time. Plus, this jumpsuit is versatile enough to dress up or down, depending on the occasion.
If you’re a Seamwork member, you get an exclusive discount code at both of these fabric shops and a bunch of others around the world!
Fabric & Fit
Fabrics to shop: Look for medium-weight woven fabrics such as linen, linen blends, double gauze, Tencel, rayon, or Cupro.
Fabrics to avoid: Avoid lightweight fabrics that don’t have drape, like lawn or voile. Similarly, avoid heavyweight fabrics that might be too stiff, such as canvas.
Fit: Here are some fitting tutorials to help you get the best fit:
- Follow this tutorial to lengthen and shorten a sewing pattern
- If you want to blend between sizes, use this video tutorial.
- Learn some pants fitting basics
- Seamwork members learn all about pants fitting, including crotch depth adjustments, full belly adjustments, thigh adjustments, rear adjustments, swayback adjustments, and balance in this video sewalong.
- Understanding ease will help you pick the right size or sizes. This tutorial will teach you all about design and wearing ease.
