Long time blog readers won’t be surprised to hear that I’m a big Pattern Fantastique fan.  Drafting is Nita-Jane’s super power and the styles are chic, modern and very wearable.

I first sewed one of their patterns in January 2015 (four years ago) and I’m still wearing that red dress!

I was a pattern tester for the recently released Calyx Smock and I’m sharing my finished top (there is a dress option too) with you today.  This is the version with the shorter sleeves.

I sewed a size 10 and the only change I made was to shorten the pattern by 1″ (2.5cm).  The pattern comes with two hemming options, a facing and a narrow folded hem, and I chose the latter option.

This fabric is from deep stash.  It’s a cotton/silk blend and you won’t be surprised to hear that when I purchased it at The Cloth Shop a few years ago I was attracted to the lovely bright colours.  The fabric was the perfect weight for a summery gathered smock top.

The neckline binding closes at the back with a tie and the deep back seam allowances are top stitched for added interest.

This is a very easy top to sew and wear.  I’m sure it won’t be the last time I sew this pattern.

Pattern:  Pattern Fantastique’s Calyx Smock (Printed & PDF)
Size:  10
Fabric:  Deep stash silk/cotton blend from The Cloth Shop
Alterations:  I removed 1″ (2.5cm) from the length of the top.
Accessories:  Random mustard bangle in my possession and Funkis shoes purchased second hand in as-new condition.
Location:  Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne