Recently I purchased the Laurel pattern from Colette Patterns. It’s a super simple pattern. A shift or a top can be made from it. If you want to start playing around with altering patterns, this is a great one to start with! There is even a free downloadable booklet on variations for the Laurel. For my top, I added buttons up the front and a collar. Normally there is a back seam, and the front is cut on a fold. To make my version, I cut the back on the fold, taking out the seam allowance in the pattern first, and cut two bodice pieces for the front, adding a few inches in the middle to make a button placket with. I have the dress version all cut out right now and am going to sew it up over the next couple days! I’m excited to see how it turns out!
Have any of you tried this pattern? What did you think?