Hey Everyone,
Today I am sharing details of a completely unseasonal sleep set, but one which I am looking forward to wearing when the weather improves. To make this set I used the Helen’s Closet Dressing Robe pattern (pattern no longer available for sale), and the True Bias Ogden Cami, which I have made before (see here for details). The printed fabric is a heavy weight viscose that was in my stash, and the contrast bands were left over scraps from my Hannah dress. I think they work together pretty well.
The Robe has been on my to-sew list for ages. I am very pleased with the outcome but honest opinion: I think there are other robe patterns out there which might be easier to sew. I made the front band as per the instructions to get that squared off corner look, but I’m not sure it’s entirely worth it. If I was making this again I would probably just lengthen the front band to extend all the way down to the hem. I also encountered some issues with the printing of the pattern; things didn’t align and I am just glad the pattern was fairly basic because I had to do some fudging to get things to work. But I do like the finished robe, and the inner ties keep everything secure.
The slip dress underneath is simply a lengthened Ogden Cami. I added 1 inch to the length from my previous versions so check my original blog post for full details of adjustments that I have made to this pattern.
Dressing Robe Fit Details
- This is cut at view B. I wish I had kept it at view A. A smidge longer might have been nicer, but it’s still perfectly wearable.
- From memory I think maybe I cut the second largest size and graded out over the hips? I didn’t want to have to fiddle with an FBA and I figured just going over sized for a robe would be fine.
- I omitted the pockets.
- I positioned the waist ties 10 cm down from the arm hole seam. If I was making again I think I would make thread chains or belt loops rather than how the pattern has you do it.
- I haven’t sewn the belt in place. I wish I had sewn the belt pieces together before constructing, rather than how the instructions tell you to do it.
- I sewed the front band using the “concealed method”, but sewed from the wrong side first, and then topstitched closed from the right side. Next time I would probably just extend that front band all the way down to the hem.
See you all soon!
That’s a really nice set, Manju, and I think it will be very useful for the summer
Thanks Christine
I love this sleep set! The fabric is gorgeous and lengthening the Ogden Cami is brilliant!
Thanks Susan
Very elegant. Beautiful fabric. The robe looks great. I love the cami slip. I always enjoy your posts, from the lovely and well-sewn garments to the helpful critique of the pattern and process.
Cheers
Thanks so much Patricia.
Oh, this is a really lovely set. It looks great on you and the fabric is so pretty. Big thumbs up!
Thank you Beth.
What a lovely set. I love everything about it.
Thank you
Very nice! A matched set feels very elegant.
Thanks yes it does make it feel more special.
I’ve had the robe pattern in mind for some time, so your comments are much appreciated. Love the fabrics, too!
Thanks Del. Hope you get to yours soon!
Thank you!