Feb 27

Feb 27 Madison Blouse

Test and overview of Madison, a new Mummykins and Me PDF pattern

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Pattern testing for Rebecca Page of Mummykins and Me is always a pleasure. The assembly instructions are clear and detailed, lending way to a beautifully finished garment.

Neckline Options

Choose from simple collar or the timeless tie neck (aka pussy bow) which I sewed up and show here. There's also a faux tie option.

Sizes

As with many Mummykins and Me patterns, the Madison is offered in girls' (newborn to 12 years) and women's (XXS to 5XL) sizing.

Sleeve Variations

Short, long, and puff sleeve options are included. The top of the sleeve can be gathered or pleated. The long sleeves include slit detailing. For the test, I sewed pleated short sleeves.

Fabric

The pattern is designed for light to medium weight wovens. I used an Art Gallery cotton, Greeka Roz, from the Skopelos Collection by Katarina Roccella. I purchased my yardage from Punkin Head Threads through Laura's Facebook group.

Skirt

To round out the outfit, I paired the blouse with an Easy Peasy Skirt, another Mummykins and Me pattern.

Skirt Fabric

I finally cut into one of my Les Fleurs prints by Rifle Paper Co from Cotton + Steel for the Easy Peasy Skirt. I snagged this Rosa Periwinkle from Raspberry Creek Fabrics.

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Dress Option

Madison can also be made in dress length.

Yoke Detailing

Madison features an angled yoke with gentle gathers in front and back.

Style

Both timeless and trendy, Madison's look is one I'll sew again and again. I was originally turned on to this pattern because it's a great basic for school uniforms. But (SIGH) those are a bit boring. I'm glad I went with this fun print for testing. There will be plenty of time for solid white, light, grey, or navy blouses in my future.

Now you need the pattern!

Girls, Ladies, and Bundle

The bundle includes a doll-sized Madison pattern as a bonus.

Placket

Can we just stop and marvel for a moment at how well the pattern placement is on my placket? I would love to tell you my secret to a wonderfully pattern-matched placket. Truth is, I just got really lucky. REALLY LUCKY. I only had 1 yard of this print which was not enough fabric for fussy cutting. Hot damn, it turned out well, though! I couldn't be happier.

Hop over to the other testers' blogs for more Madison eye candy and inspiration-