Based on the iconic silk blouses worn by Gillian Anderson in hit series The Fall, the Anderson Blouse is a gorgeous, glamorous classic. The delicious wrap front is sexy and sophisticated, and its stunning drape gives the blouse an effortlessly feminine feel that definitely means business! There are no darts – instead the shoulders are gathered to create subtle shaping that’s both flattering and pretty. The blouse features full length sleeves with a pleated, button-fastening cuff. The blouse closes at the hem with a drawstring and is finished on the inside with a grown-on facing and bias binding at the neckline. See what other people have been making in the Anderson Blouse Gallery. and on Instagram with the hashtag #soiandersonblouse!
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Shortening Metal Zippers from the Top Tutorial For when you can't get a short enough zipper for a project that you're working on, don't despair, you can shorten it. I needed to reduce the length of a couple of zippers (from 7 inches down to 3.5 inches) for exposed zipper pockets for a pair of pants I was sewing for my son, here's how I achieved that. Supplies needed: :: metal zipper :: 2 top stops (I got mine from a clothing zipper repair kit that I bought at the local fabric store) :: diagonal cutter pliers :: long nose pliers :: ruler :: disappearing ink marker :: scissors :: liquid seam sealant Starting from the bottom stop, measure the desired length of the zipper, then using a disappearing marker, make a mark on the tape. Using a disappearing ink marker, make a 2nd mark 1 inch above the 1st mark. Remove the zipper teeth between those 2 marks, using a diagonal cutter pliers cut and or pull each tooth. (Note: these metal zipper teeth can be difficult to cut, at least they were for me & watch out, they can go flying... I'm still finding little cut up metal zipper teeth all over my sewing room) Place a top stop above the highest zipper tooth, using the long nose pliers, pinch the top stop together so that it is secure. Repeat this for the other side of the zipper. With a scissors cut off the excess zipper at the 2nd mark that you made. Apply a small amount of liquid seam sealant to the cut edges, this will prevent the fabric from fraying. All done. Now you can use your new shortened metal zippers.
SEWING PATTERN ✂ • This item is a digital file NOT a physical item Sew-a-long video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChpwrfcFBUkGc8Whl1VObmQ Sewing level: Confident beginner Pattern Sizes Available: • XS • S • M • L • XL NOTIONS REQUIRED Fabric: 1 1/2 yards • Scissors • Tape • Matching Thread PRINTING: • Print your PDF patterns 100% scale • Verify that the print out the size is to the centimetre scale at the top of each printed page. If they are correct then your pattern is ready to go! Print sizes available • A0 • A4 • Letter THE PATTERN: • Tiled pattern (1/2in seam allowance is included on all sizes) • Sewing Level: Confident beginner - The instructions are not suitable for beginners, but if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out! Once you purchase, you'll be able to download 4 pdf files: The instructions and the pattern (in A0, A4, Letter sizing). * Model is wearing a size S This pattern is for personal use only. Not to be used for commercial purposes. Purchase of this pattern entitles you to print and copy the pattern for individual home use only, but feel free make the garment as a gift or in small batches. It does not entitle you to print, copy or distribute the pattern to others, whether you profit from it or not, nor to sell garments that you have made from this sewing pattern. Thank you for respecting the rights of the designer. Copyright 2020 Brandi Joan
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