Sunny Dress / Top

Reviewed by redwsews on 5th April, 2018

I combined the Sunny top with the Monsal trousers from Wendy Ward’s Beginner’s Guide to Sewing with Knitted Fabrics book to make myself some super comfy pyjamas.

The sunny top is a very basic pattern, with no notches etc to assist construction. I like the style but had a few issues with making it up.

Firstly, the size chart is not included in the download you receive, you have to go and hunt for it on the website. I just find that really annoying.

I found the amount of ease in the pattern to be a little on the low side; as drafted, it comes out really snug. The top version I made also feels quite short when worn (I’m 5’7″) so if I were to make it again, I think I would size up and add some length to the bodice.

The trousers were a great sew, really well drafted and so incredibly comfy once finished. Both items were made in cotton spandex jersey from Girl Charlee.

Full details are on my blog at https://redwsews.wordpress.com/2018/01/28/subtle-sleepwear/