SewingMachina Oversized Pullover Fred
I've checked my first sewing goal of 2022 off the list! Well I actually made it on the last day of 2021 but I'm going to count that as close enough. I blogged about my 2022 goal, the 12 patterns I've purchased in the past and want to sew, in this post.
The first pattern is the SewingMachina Fred. This is a pattern I picked up after a sewing friend made it and shared hers. I immediately bought the pattern which was newly released. (If you are following along in 2022 while I try to sew my purchased but not sewn patterns, sales are the biggest draw for me to buy patterns prematurely). This pattern can be purchased on Makerist or Etsy. This was my first time sewing a pattern from SewingMachina, a German pattern designer. The pattern is available in both German and English when purchased from Etsy, like I did.
Purchased: November 21, 2021
Sewn: December 31, 2021
Pattern Details
Fit: V-neck with gathered front bodice, long hemmed sleeves and oversized fit.
The download includes size A0, US letter and A4. I used the A0 file with my projector. This file does not have layers and the lines are thin. It worked but wasn't ideal.
Sizing: Bust 29 7/8" - 50 3/8"; Hip 33 1/2" - 51 1/8"
Fit
The Fred is described as an oversized pullover and I find that to be true. The style has a dropped shoulder with slight dolman look and tapered sleeve. The center front features a ruched front with ties at the bottom. Based on my measurements I measured the following size:
Bust- 36" (mine) - E/F
Waist- 30.5" - E/F
Hip- 39" - C/D
Knowing that this was oversized, I chose to size down to a C/D. I would do this again as it's still loose and draping at the waist and hips.
The neckline is a bit higher than I'd have chosen, probably due to the recovery of the rib knit I used. I would lengthen the neckband and therefore lower the neckline next time I use rib knit. The neckline required quite a bit of stretching to fit so modifying the bodice for a lower neckline won't be necessary.
Sewing
The pattern download includes instructions in both German and English. The English version has cm for seam allowances so I had to google that to ensure I was converting correctly. Also notice that there are different seam allowances throughout the sewing process.
- at the hem (Sleeve and Body): 2cm = 3/4 inch
- at the center front: 1,5cm = 1/2 inch
- everywhere else: 1cm = 3/8 inch
The tutorial is easy to follow and makes sense. One change that I'd make on my next sew is to change how the sleeves are added. The sleeves are sewn onto the bodice in the round in the tutorial. In the future, I'd sew the shoulder sleeves, attach the sleeves, sew the side seams then move on to hemming the bottom.
Otherwise, the construction was very straightforward. The only other note is that if I use a loose knit, I'd serge along the center front before construction so that doesn't unravel after construction. Below is what the inside of the Fred looks like with the channels sewn.
Fabric
The fabric I used for this Fred is a floral rib knit from Mily Mae Fabrics. This specific floral print is sold out but this is my favorite shop for rib knits. There's tons of other rib options. My sewing friend Amanda used a looser Cashmere Rib Knit on her version which I plan to replicate next. Final Thoughts
Why did I buy this pattern? The ruched front is something I've never sewn before and new to me style.
Would I make this again? Yes! I love the style and loose fit.
What did I like about this make? I like that the style is relaxed so easy to wear. It can be worn tied up tighter with high waisted bottoms or looser with leggings.
What did I not like about this make? I wish there had been a projector friendly file to cut from. Also, there's only a hemmed long sleeve length option. I'd love an elbow or short sleeve option but that's easy to modify.
Would I purchase another pattern from this designers? Yes, I keep eyeing the Crossover Gustav
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