Once upon a time I would wrack my brain to come up with creative, slightly entertaining blog post titles.  Well, that was a long, long time ago.  As I typed this one, I thought ‘how boring’.  But hey, sometimes boring is best. So here it is, the Remy Raglan Top (with gathered sleeve expansion).

I have sewn this pattern once before, in the 3/4 sleeve version. There is also a short sleeve option. Recently the designer added a free expansion pattern for a sleeve that gathers into a cuff. Nice!

It’s not a tight cuff, and finishes at around a 7/8 length. I sewed the top in straight size 12, without any alteration.

From the Sew House Seven website: The Remy Raglan is a simple top that is quick to make and easy to wear with a relaxed fit. This top was designed to have the sleeves rolled up and it should be noted the sleeves look best that way. The fit is very loose and relaxed at the bust and waist and while it is not a cropped top, it is a short top designed to be worn with high waist pants and skirts. The original design is version #1, plain and simple, however, version #2 offers a little visual interest to the front with a split center and keyhole button closure. There are two sleeve options – short sleeve and 3/4- length sleeves and both work with either versions #1 or #2. This top was originally designed for very light weight linen. While it can work in a variety of light weight woven fabrics, this top is the perfect, simple backdrop to let a beautiful linen shine. If you choose a more rigid fabric such as cotton lawn, the neck may appear a little smaller and the bottom hem will be a bit fuller and not drape as closely to the body. Also be aware that one-sided printed fabrics will not look good once the sleeves are rolled up. Be sure that the front and back sides of your fabric are presentable. Both Standard sizes 00-20 and Curvy Fit sizes 18-34 are included with your purchase.

And for the gathered sleeve expansion: Who can resist a romantic gathered sleeve? We were so taken by this style that we decided to give you one more reason to love your Remy Raglan pattern. This Gathered Sleeve expansion pattern can be easily substituted for the short sleeve or 3/4 length sleeve in your Remy Raglan pattern. The expansion includes GATHERED SLEEVE (8), SLEEVE CUFF (9) and instructions for both Standard sizes 00 – 20 and Curvy sizes 14 – 34.

I chose to sew the split front option, and found a perfect vintage button in my stash for the closure. The entire top is french seamed. I finished the hem with bias binding made from the same fabric. And of course, I sewed up a matching face mask (based on the Aplat mask) from some of the scraps. Speaking of fabric, I used a cotton/linen lightweight digitally printed woven that I bought through the Chat 10, Looks 3 page earlier in the year. It was very nice to sew and has worn beautifully in the spring warmth today.

I thought I’d better get with the times and try out a half-tuck, but the teens still think that this top works better on me left loose. It certainly feels more like me that way! This is a much ‘prettier’ print and colourway than I often wear, and I rather like it. I also anticipate using this pattern again.

Worn here with Style Arc Lola pants in linen, Django & Juliette sandals, and leather earrings made by me.