Charlie Caftan sewing pattern Closet Core Patterns
Nothing says summer elegance quite as well as a dramatic caftan. Charlie is a fresh take on this warm weather staple.All versions feature a deep V neckline, short dolman sleeves, inset center panel and roomy pockets.
View A is modern and architectural with striking pleats beneath the bust. For a softer, more romantic dress,
Views B + C feature a gently gathered bodice with an optional waist tie for a figure-skimming silhouette in two skirt lengths.
You may also choose between a dramatically wide sleeve or one slightly higher cut for more coverage.
Fabric choice: Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, tencel, linen, silk, chiffon, rayon challis, crepe de chine, batiste and voile.
You’ll need:
Lightweight fusible interfacing
Polyester thread
Nothing says summer elegance quite as well as a dramatic caftan. Charlie is a fresh take on this warm weather staple.All versions feature a deep V neckline, short dolman sleeves, inset center panel and roomy pockets.
View A is modern and architectural with striking pleats beneath the bust. For a softer, more romantic dress,
Views B + C feature a gently gathered bodice with an optional waist tie for a figure-skimming silhouette in two skirt lengths.
You may also choose between a dramatically wide sleeve or one slightly higher cut for more coverage.
Fabric choice: Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, tencel, linen, silk, chiffon, rayon challis, crepe de chine, batiste and voile.
You’ll need:
Lightweight fusible interfacing
Polyester thread
Nothing says summer elegance quite as well as a dramatic caftan. Charlie is a fresh take on this warm weather staple.All versions feature a deep V neckline, short dolman sleeves, inset center panel and roomy pockets.
View A is modern and architectural with striking pleats beneath the bust. For a softer, more romantic dress,
Views B + C feature a gently gathered bodice with an optional waist tie for a figure-skimming silhouette in two skirt lengths.
You may also choose between a dramatically wide sleeve or one slightly higher cut for more coverage.
Fabric choice: Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, tencel, linen, silk, chiffon, rayon challis, crepe de chine, batiste and voile.
You’ll need:
Lightweight fusible interfacing
Polyester thread
YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (SIZES 0-20)View A (Short with pleats)45" / 1.15m: 0-6 = 2.25yd/2m, 8-14 = 2.75 yd/2.5m, 16-20 = 3 yd/2.75m58" / 1.5m: 0-8 = 1.75yd/1.6m, 10-14 = 2yd/1.85m, 16-20 = 2.5yd/2.25mView B (Short with gathers)45" / 1.15m: 0-6 = 2.5yd/2.3m, 8-14 = 2.75yd/2.5m, 16-20 = 3 yd/2.75m58" / 1.5m: 0-8 = 2.25yd/2m, 10-20 = 2.5yd / 2.25mView C (Long with gathers)45" / 1.15m: 0-6 = 3.5yd/3.2m, 8-14 = 3.5yd/3.2m, 16-20 = 4yd/3.75m58" / 1.5m: 0-6 = 3.25yd / 3m, 8-20 = 3.5yd / 3.2mYARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (SIZES 14-32)View A (Short with pleats)45" / 1.15m: 14-20= 3.25yd/3m, 22-32= 3.5yd/3.2m58" / 1.5m: 14-16 = 2.25yd/2m, 18-32= 2.5yd/2.25mView B (Short with gathers)45" / 1.15m: n/a58" / 1.5m: 14-32 = 2.5yd/2.25mView C (Long with gathers)45" / 1.15m: n/a58" / 1.5m: 14-32 = 3.5yd/3.2m
