If you caught my post last week over on Melly Sews, you know I have a new favorite women's pattern. The Blankslate Shoreline Boatneck isn't a new pattern, but it was new to me. After making the rayon challis version for the Melly Sews post, I knew it was time to play around with the pattern. Besides, ruffle sleeves are all the rage this fall!
To create this ruffle sleeve, I lengthened the sleeve hem by 1/2". After measuring around the new sleeve opening, I cut a rectangle that was 1.75 times the measured length by 6" wide. Playing with the direction of the stripes adds some extra contrast. After sewing the short ends together, I hemmed one side of the ruffle, then gathered the other edge and attached it to the sleeve.
I also switched the curved hem to a straight hem for this look. Stripes go will with straight hems in my book. Finally, I took a cue from Dandelion Drift and used this neckline finish.
When I received a compliment on the fit from my husband, (Who also takes great photos!!) I knew this was a winning make! The other day, I spotted this reverse Juliet sleeve top, and it may just have to be my next take on the Shoreline Boatneck pattern. What do you think?
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