Wraps and capes are trendy, practical and plentiful this Fall season. They are rather soft, with a rich brightness that will be specially attractive in the first cool days of Autumn.
This cape-like wrap from Loro Piana is gorgeous in aubergine cashmere and great for staying warm and stylish without crushing delicate fabrics and can accommodate full or dolman sleeves beautifully. The cape pattern can be chalked right onto the fabric if you have a circular shape to trace around. Give every promise of a season of beauty unexcelled by the choice of your fashion fabric… try a cosy pashmina, wool flannel, or even yukon fleece.
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You will need:
- 1-½ yard of fashion fabric, 54″wide
- Coordinating double-folded bias binding, ¼” wide
- Coordinating thread
- Tailor’s chalk
- Tape measure
DRAFT
Fold the fashion fabric in half lengthwise, matching the selvedges together and pin or baste.
From center of fold, measure a radius equal to the width of the folded cloth (eg. approx. 26″) to create a semi-circle.
Place a small circular template (I used a saucer) at the center point with its diameter lying on the fold of the cloth. Trace it with tailor’s chalk.
From the outer edge of the small semi-circle, measure and draw a straight line parallel to the fold.
Place a larger circular template (I used a large plate) at the intersection of the straight line and the curved chalk line. Trace a smooth curve from the straight chalk line blending into the curved chalk line.
ASSEMBLY
Cut the fabric following the heavy solid chalk line and open flat.
Beginning at the back of the neck, bound the raw edges of the fashion fabric with the bias binding.
October 15, 2008 at 2:35 pm
I love the information on your site! I haven’t visited in awhile and just tried a jeans pattern that was only semi-successful. Next time around I’m drafting a pair with your instructions.
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October 15, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Thanks for the mention, Dana.
October 16, 2008 at 9:59 pm
It may not be rocket science to you, but you have skills. I love your skills!
Whilst here, there is a pair of Proenza Schouler drape front slacks that totally caught my eye. http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/slideshow/F2008RTW-PSCHOULER?event=show1702&designer=design_house184&trend=&iphoto=4
Can you give me an indication of where to start! I have only drafted a basic front and back.
October 29, 2008 at 8:11 pm
Wow, you’re really amazing.
What a fabulous patterns !
Did you all make them yourself ?
Really great work.
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September 14, 2009 at 12:35 am
Wow, this is a brilliant explanation, simple and to the point, but completely understandable. I’ve been looking for something like this for 2 days now and was just getting more confused, thank you!
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Sometimes I think that deep aubergine purple looks a bit too sombre and gothic when worn with dark clothing, but I think with the model you are using it looks fantastic. Maybe it’s the grey polo neck which lightens the look?
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