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A review of Hey June Handmade Willamette Shirt

Reviewed by thefairstitch on 18th February, 2019

I made mine in straight size 10 (I’m 38-31-39) with no changes except for shortening the bodice by 1.5″ (4cm) as I am just over 5’2″. I made mine in viscose See You at Six fabric called Strokes in aqua. As this is a loose-fit shirt and you can getaway with no button closure at all, this has the potential to be a quick project. It wasn’t a quick project for me, simply because I chose a slippery viscose fabric that requires extra care to handle and I really didn’t want to ruin my (precious) fabric. I made view A with one button closure. I did make proper buttonhole, though it isn’t necessary to pop it on or take it off as the neck opening is wide enough. I think this shirt will be perfect when Summer finally comes around, I’m planning to make either Ash or Dawn jeans to pair with this new favourite shirt. The instructions are clear and I love that the designer actually put in the instructions the finishing techniques; burrito method for the yoke and facing, french seam for the side seams, and if (like me) you choose the cuffed sleeves you’d end up with the raw edges of the sleeves enclosed by cuffs neatly. I am seriously in love with this pattern! It really feels like it was made by a maker who makes, who cares about the finished garment. I would definitely recommend this pattern.

I have more detailed review on my blog : https://thefairstitch.com/2019/02/16/willamette-shirt-hey-june-handmade-pattern-review/

Hope this helps.