Calella Sweatshirt/Top

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Join Lulu Ferris to watch the complete class and sew along at your own pace.

What you’ll make

The Calella is a roomy, cropped sweatshirt or knit top with long sleeves, cuffs and a neckband. The lower edge is hemmed rather than finished with a waistband.

Fabric choice can shift the look from a cozy sweatshirt to a lighter top. For related projects, see the Austin and Boston tutorials.

What you’ll learn in this class

Choose an appropriate needle, stitch and feeding method for knits.
Align the shoulders and symmetrical sleeves with the pattern notches.
Sew knit seams with a serger or standard sewing machine.
Close each sleeve and side seam cleanly.
Finish the lower edge with a twin-needle hem.
Attach the cuffs while distributing their stretch evenly.
Quarter and attach the neckband for balanced stretch.

Choosing your knit

Use sweatshirt fabric or French terry for a cozier version. A lighter rib knit creates a softer top with more of a sweater or T-shirt feel.

A ballpoint or stretch needle is recommended. A walking or roller foot can help when the fabric is thick or difficult to feed.

Make it your own

Lengthen the body beyond the cropped cut.
Add a waistband instead of hemming the lower edge.
Add a pocket, appliqué or other surface detail.
Add eyelets or buttonholes and a cord or ribbon at the hem.
Topstitch the neckband with a twin needle, zigzag or another stretch stitch.

Pattern sizing

The pattern includes sizes 34/36, 38/40, 42/44, 46/48, 50/52 and 54/56.

Bust: 86–132 cm across the size range.
Waist: 64–110 cm across the size range.
Hip: 90–136 cm across the size range.
Finished length: 50–55 cm, depending on size.

The video class includes the Calella pattern in A4 and A0 formats, with a separate information file covering measurements and fabric guidance.

Pattern & materials

Patterns are included with membership

Active members can download every available PDF and materials list.

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