The Elastic tie sweater has the feeling of a sweater and the silhouette of a classical high necktie blouse. Features the high neck tightened with an elastic band which creates "darts".

The pattern comes carefully packaged in an envelope together with step-by-step sewing instructions.  

Suggested Fabrics: 

Mid-weight fabrics such as cotton twills, denim, lightweight canvas.

Fabric Requirements:

140-150 cm fabric width
XS-S 1.3 m / M-L 1.5 m / XL 1.6 m / 2XL 1.9 m / 3XL 2.0 m

You will also need:

• Matching thread
• 0.5 m elastic drawstring width 3mm
• 10 cm hemfix tap width 2,5 m
• 0.5 m interfacing

Ability: Easy / Confident Beginner

Sizing: Choose from XS - L or XL - 3XL. The elastic tie sweater is an almost straight top with normal ease, so use chest measurement for sizing. The pleats created acts as bust darts and the length of the elastic can be adjusted. 

Make more with this pattern!

Play around with the neck fastening - why not use a kilt safety pin?
Shorten the sleeves or make it sleeveless for stylish layering (hack)