Carmel – PDF sewing pattern (sizes 16–28)

UK sizes 16–28

With a high, relaxed waistline, voluminous legs and gloriously deep pockets, this easy, breezy outfit-in-one is the perfect combination of comfy and effortlessly cool. There are four bodice variations to pick from: a low straight neckline with wide straps; a scoop-neck version, a simple V-neck, or the V-neck plus curving collar. Each bodice is beautifully finished with self-lining. Named after the idyllic California seaside town of colourful cottages and celebrities going incognito, Carmel has the capacity to be the epitome of easy elegance (picture a dark linen version paired with eye-catching jewellery and a broad-brimmed hat…) or wildly fun (romp around in a big crazy print!).

Skill level: confident beginner

SUITABLE FABRICS

Medium-weight woven fabrics with some drape, for example linen, linen blends, tencel, viscose, chambray, lightweight wool.

NOTIONS

You will need a concealed zip:

For the scoop-neck or V-neck options: 20-inch/51cm

For the strappy option: 12-inch/30cm.

For the strappy option: 30cm/12 inches of fusible interfacing (to support the neckline)