Cowl Neck Tunic e738
Cowl Neck Tunic e738
Sizes: XS-XL (Classic)
A close-fitting back neckline and collar hug the body securely to offer a stable fit for this raised cowl neck top. This top will not ride back off the shoulders. The raised cowl offers a modest fit as it drapes beautifully at the center area of the front neckline and upper bust without any extra and unflattering horizontal folds radiating from the armscye.
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Note: A deeper neckline alteration is also included for sewists who would like the option for a lower cowl. Just follow the instructions at the end of the PDF.
SUGGESTED FABRICS: The more weight/drape your fabric has the better the cowl will drape. Slinky type fabric such as ity, rayon jersey and stretch velvet. LYCRA blend knit fabrics with at least 50% stretch and soft recovery will drape nicely and flatter your figure without being tight.
NOTIONS: A small drapery weight sewn to the center of the cowl will keep the fabric from rolling to the outside and give more folds.
Tip: Choose your size based on the Tissue Pattern Measurements (finished garment) chart. Utilize the Perfect Sizing Worksheet to take the qualities of your knit fabric into account for fit.
Choose your size using your upper bust measurement to assure a good fit at the shoulders and upper chest.
Find the difference between your upper bust and full bust and decide if you need an fba.
If you have a full bust adjustment that you are comfortable using that will be fine. Otherwise, I highly recommend the following tutorials on FBAs:
Curvy Sewing Collective: Beginners Guide to FBA
Megan Nielsen Design Diary: How-to FBA
My top pick is a BluPrint Class: FBA for Any Pattern (Requires a subscription but it’s really good and totally worth it!)
Design Variations
Shirred sides-Cut the top tunic length or longer and add a length of soft, narrow elastic to the side seams to gather the excess length of fabric. This gives a flattering shirring effect across the stomach and back.
A Line top or dress-Determine a flattering finished length and width for the hem. Lay a straight ruler at the side seams below the bustline, and angle the ruler to meet the new hem width.
