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Nepheline Blouse Kit
A gorgeous blouse with some added romantic details, this kit contains everything you need to make the Nepheline Blouse from Vivian Shao Chen!
A gorgeous blouse with some added romantic details, this kit contains everything you need to make the Nepheline Blouse from Vivian Shao Chen!
The Nepheline Blouse is a breezy blouse which has some lovely details to set it apart a classic blouse.
Nepheline is fitted on the shoulders and loose through the body, with an a-line silhouette. The shaping can be easily slimmed down to your preference though - which Lauren discusses in her tips video - as we did on our white, black and ochre samples. The blouse length hits at hip height, allowing it to be worn untucked or tucked into high-waisted bottoms.
Nepheline's sleeves, while neatly fitted at the sleeve cap, are roomy through the arm with delicate gathers at the hem. Two tucks can be sewn into them which create texture and shape, as well as some subtle sleeve drama!
The collarless neckline has options for a high or scooped shape, which is finished with neat bias binding. In her accompanying video Lauren also discusses how to adjust the neckline to your preferred height, as we did on our green sample.
An extra special addition to this kit is the beautiful inset lace we've added. Lauren demonstrates in her video how to add this on-trend detail to your blouse, showing you how to adjust your pattern and then neatly sew it into place.
The simplicity of the blouse really showcases the gorgeous shaping and unique elements, making it a staple you'll want to wear every day!
This kit is available in four colours: white, black, ochre and forest green.
The fabric we've selected is a medium weight cotton which has a linen-like texture. It has a voluminous drape and really helps to hold the shape of the blouse, especially the pleats on the sleeves. It is 100% cotton.
The lace included in each kit is in a colour to compliment the main fabric and has a dainty repeating design. The lace is 100% cotton
To see the fabrics close up check out the video in the main gallery above by swiping left.
This pattern is available in two size ranges: sizes 1-9 (UK 6-22, B Cup) and sizes 5-14 (UK 14-32, D Cup). Bust 32-60”, waist 24-50” & hips 34-62”.
If you are unsure about what dressmakers cup size you are, please check out this article and note that it is different to what bra size you might wear.
The full size charts, including finished measurements, can be viewed in the gallery above.
If you'd like to see how the Nepheline Blouse looks on many different bodies, check out the Instagram hashtag, here.
- The PDF digital files for the Nepheline Blouse by Vivian Shao Chen (Size ranges: 1-9 / UK 6-22 and 5-14 / UK 14-32). The link to the PDF instruction booklet and PDF pattern files for ALL sizes will be contained in your order confirmation email and are available to access when logged into the g&g website
- A0 print out of the Nepheline Blouse. Printed pattern pieces for EITHER sizes UK 6-22 or UK 14-32 (please choose your kit size option above).
- Main fabric: as described above. 'Size UK 6-22' kits contain 2.2m of fabric and 'Size UK 14-32' kits contain 2.7m of fabric.
- Cotton lace trim: to compliment your chosen fabric - please see photos in gallery above. 'Size UK 6-22' kits contain 3.8m and 'Size UK 14-32' kits contain 4.2m
- Interfacing: 10cm strip of lightweight interfacing.
- Buttons: 7 x 12mm matching corozo buttons from The Textile Garden
- Thread: 2 reels of matching Gutermann sew-all thread
- Sewing Machine Needles: Prym size 80 needle pack
- Label: 'Me Made' Sew in woven label
- Video: access to Lauren’s top tips video, as described below
A physical print out of the instruction booklet will NOT be included. You can view the instruction booklet on your device at home, print it out at home, or add the 'printed pattern instructions' product (see link below) to your order and we will print it for you.
Alongside the purchase of this kit you will receive access to Lauren’s exclusive YouTube video to be used alongside the pattern instructions.
She shares her hints and tips on getting a really lovely finish on your garment including how to adjust the neckline, how to alter the hem width, how to sew the sleeve pleats, how to adapt the pattern to insert lace, how to sew the lace and much more!
This video has over 26 minutes of footage, sectioned out with time stamps/chapters for easy reference and navigation.
Please note the neckline ruffle is not covered in this video. The link to the video will be contained in your order confirmation email along with the pdf files, please file this safely for future reference.
Vivian Shao Chen classes the Nepheline Blouse pattern as suitable for Advanced Beginners.
Techniques include sewing darts (for D cup only), button plackets, bias binding, and tucks. Adding the optional lace also requires making some pattern adjustments, which Lauren explains in her video.
To complete this project successfully you'll need a regular sewing machine along with Lauren's essential recommended sewing tools.
If you would like a printed copy of the instructions sent out with your kit, in addition to the PDF copy that you will receive, please see the related products below and add it to your cart as a separate product.
Your kit will be wrapped in tissue and beautifully presented in recyclable packaging.
We will aim to dispatch all kits as soon as possible after orders are placed and aim to have all kits shipped out by Friday 20th September.
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