A decent pattern, but could do with improvements

Hubby and I decided on the short sleeve version of the Draper, with the polo collar and placket for which I used the reverse of the fabric (a jacquard jersey from Sister Mintaka). After checking the measurements we went for a size Small, which would’ve turned out too big, had I not checked and then increased the side seam allowances. (I slightly changed the order of sewing and sewed the sleeves in on the flat so that I could do this). Next time I’ll make an XS.

I sewed it with the notches at the sides, as is traditional with polo shirts, but when hubby tried it on we both decided it was too long on him (he’s average height), so he suggested I trim it down and add a contrast hem band, which actually finishes it off really nicely and adds to the retro look of it.

I found a few issues with the instructions on this make, mainly with the placket and collar, despite having made many shirts with collars and other items with plackets previously. Have a look at my full review on the blog: https://sewneedy.blog/2018/11/13/sewing-for-others/

All in all, it’s a decent pattern, but I’d love to see the instructions improved somewhat.