Pattern Testing the Parker Peplum Part # 1

Parker Peplum

This week I got to test another pattern for Seen & Sewn Patterns called the Parker Peplum! This past summer I tested out a pattern named the Aspen Tank. It went really well and because of my fabric choice and the top's silhouette I am able to dress it up for work or wear casually out and about.

For this top it was suggested to use a knit fabric. Without looking deep in my fabric stash I decided I didn't have a fun knit fabric and needed to go shopping...but I had some issues with there not being enough fabric of the ones I selected at the store. I found a basic black textured knit and got 2 yards and about 5 inches (it was all that was on the bolt). I found a fun printed remnant to use for the peplum if I didn't have enough black. Well, when I got home I cut out the pattern pieces and started to lay them out on my fabric. I ended up not having enough of my black and white gingham remnant to use for the peplum pieces. I could have made the sleeves out of it but the fabric is a little on the scratchy side so instead I went through my fabric stashes. I realized I still have a bunch of this fun red and black striped knit from when I did my senior collection and totally bought double o the amounts I needed (just in case). So I chose to make my peplum pieces and the neck/sleeve bindings out of the red and black striped knit.

All in all it was an easy sew. I definitely recommend it for people who are worried about sewing knit fabrics. It's a cozy, loose fit if you select your size category. I think if I make this again I will go one size smaller to see how it fits and I would also make the peplum longer. On me it was a little shorter than I like my tops to be, but adding extra length is an easy change. This pattern had easy to follow instructions, a nice size range (XS-XXL), and is simple enough you can make slight changes to personalize it. 

I will post the progress pictures tomorrow!