Tilly and the Buttons Stevie Tunic

1020 –Stevie With no darts, zips or set-in sleeves, Stevie is a satisfyingly quick and easy make -yay! Stevie has a modern, boxy fit, with round neckline and grown-on sleeves, closing at the back with pretty ties or button loop. Make as a top with cropped hemline thathits the high hip, or above-the-knee dress length, with optional turn-up cuffs and patch pocket. Throw it on with a statement necklace and you're good to go!Stevie includes jargon-busting instructions, helpful sewing tips, and colour photos showing you each step –making it easy for you to create gorgeous clothes you can be proud to say you made yourself.

SKILL LEVEL-Beginners

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS-Light-to medium-weight woven fabrics, such as linen, double gauze, chambray, cotton lawn, viscose (rayon).If you’re a confident stitcher, try a sandwashed silk or crêpe de chine.

SUPPLIES

Fabric -Top -Sizes 1-5:1.1m (1 1/4yd) x 150cm (60in) wideTop -Sizes 6-10: 1.6m (1 3/4yd) x 150cm (60in) OR Top ALL sizes: 1.8m (2 yd) x 115cm (45in) wide;Dress -Sizes1-5: 1.4m (1 1/2yd) x 150cm (60in) wideDress -Sizes 6-10: 2.1m (2 3/8yd) x 150cm (60in) OR Dress ALL sizes:2.3m (2 1/2yd) x 115cm (45in) wide

Matching thread

0.3m (3/8yd) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)

For button loop version: 1 x 12-18mm(1/2 -3/4in) button and elasticated hairband

Sewing machine and basic tools, incl buttonhole foot