Dear readers,
I don’t always share tester versions, but this time I couldn’t resist. The Sybil Sweatshirt was tested during one of the busiest and most special moments of my life, right in the middle of wedding and my honeymoon. A huge thank you to Vicky and all the amazing testers who made this round possible.
About the Testers
The testers sewed an incredible range of versions that looked amazing in the stable knits they selected: from structured Milano knits to soft pontes and interlocks.
- Domestic Cats Domestic Crafts – @domestic.cats.domestic.crafts — Size 56 (waist and hip graded to 60) in 95% cotton 5% spandex interlock
- Rimma – @rimmazolo — Size 40 in viscose-nylon-spandex ponte
- Sara – @stitchandcappuccino — Size 36 in lightweight Punto Milano
- A Custom Clothier – @acustomclothier — Size 44 in ponte crepe
- Valentina – @valentina.tazza — Size 36 in Punto Milano
- Angelique – @blacklabelblog — Size 46 of the 46–60 size range
- Nora – @whatnoramakes — Size 40
- Silver – @sewsilverluna — Size 46 of the 46–60 size range
- Creaties by Marie – @creatiesbymarie — Size 46 of the 46–60 size range in Punto di Roma
The testers provided thoughtful feedback, and even sewed their versions before the illustrations were ready. Their commitment and detailed notes were invaluable to finalize this pattern in particular when it came to
- clarifying the written instructions and confirming fit across both size ranges
- shaping recommendations on selecting your size, especially sizing down if you plan to wear Sybil as a blouse,
- The only drafting change made after testing was bringing the shoulder seam 1 cm forward to prevent the slight ride-up effect common with dropped-shoulder tops.
I’m endlessly grateful for their time, patience, and skill in testing this pattern.
Get the Pattern
The Sybil Sweatshirt is now available as an instant download. It includes layered PDFs in print at home, copyshop and projector, a cutter’s must, a summarized order of operations, and detailed illustrated instructions (yes, the testers sewed without them!). To celebrate the release, the Sybil Sweatshirt is 20% off until friday. No code needed, the discount is automatically applied at checkout.
I can’t wait to see your Sybils! Tag on Instagram #JPSybilSweatshirt and @just_patterns so I can share your makes.
Happy Sewing,
Delphine