The Love Notions Summer Basics Pattern is a pattern designed for knits with three style options. It can be sewn as a tank top, knee length dress, or maxi dress. It is is available in sizes XS to 5X for high bust sizes of 31″ to 55″.
I chose a lovely rayon knit that I picked up at the Maryland Chapter of the American Sewing Guild’s Annual Meeting. Each year they have a great stash sale where the proceeds go to the chapter’s charity mission. This gorgeous piece was originally from Mood Fabrics. It is super comfy and feels like wearing secret pajamas. Fortunately, it is still listed on the Mood Fabrics website if you want to purchase it for yourself.
The directions were detailed and clearly explained how to choose the correct sizing for your body. I chose to sew a size medium for the bust and waist and then graded out to a size large at the hip. I also finished the hem on my serger, turned it up about 1.25″ and sewed a straight hem at. 3.25 mm. I enjoy sewing a straight hem with a wide stitch length on knits that aren’t body hugging. You end up with a professional-looking hem without the chance of tunneling that often occurs with twin needle and cover stitched hems.
I share how I sewed this pattern on the Love Notion Instagram page. I took over the page for an entire day and shared pattern inspiration, my sewing space and sewing construction details. Head on over and check it out to see how I made this amazing dress. You may purchase pattern on the Love Notions website using my affiliate link wherein I receive a small commission from your purchase. I am also giving away a pattern to a random winner on my Instagram page on July 22, 2020. Be sure to follow me there for all the details.
Until next time,
Happy Sewing!
gloria
July 22, 2020looks real cute on you.
CRYSTAL
July 22, 2020Thank you so much Gloria. This was such a fun sew. I can definitely see making the other versions as well. Thanks for reading the blog post!