Saturday 6 February 2010

.SHEARWATER KAFTAN.

Excited to release a new Make It Perfect pattern today - this time, one for the ladies!!!

SHEARWATER KAFTAN

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Brighten up your wardrobe with a sensational Shearwater Kaftan.
With just the right balance between floaty and fitted and featuring lovely front placket detail in a choice of two lengths, the Shearwater Kaftan is comfortable, flattering and practical.
Wear your Shearwater Kaftan with long sleeves to provide protection from the sun or roll up the sleeves and secure with a cute sleeve tab if you want short sleeves!
Throw it on over a pair of swimmers and shorts, wear it with a summer skirt or dress up a pair of jeans the possibilities are endless...
This version of the Shearwater Kaftan was made using an absolutely divine double gauze fabric called Fuccra Rakuen by Nani Iro that is currently in stock at Kelani Fabric.

Head over to the Make It Perfect website to see more photos and check out the fabric requirements for Shearwater Kaftan.
If you have a store and want to stock this or any other Make It Perfect patterns, contact Creative Abundance to place an order.
If you would like to purchase a copy of Shearwater Kaftan for yourself, they should be popping up in retail stores very soon. Ask your favourite store to get one in for you!A BIG HUGE thankyou to Fiona Harding for her brilliant photography and excellent service and to my SENSATIONAL model, the adorable Miss Emma (isn't she stunning?!)No pattern release is without a giveaway! If you would like to win a copy of Shearwater Kaftan leave a comment on this post. For a bonus entry, post about this giveaway on your blog, then come back and leave another comment letting me know that you have blogged about it!

(Giveaway will close Friday 12th February and winner will be drawn via a random number generator.)

121 comments:

Unknown said...

Gorgeous! count me in!!

Anonymous said...

I really like this one Toni, I love all that 'boho' stuff, never got out of my 'hippy' stage.
I like that you can turn the sleeves up as well, and I like that you have got Shearwater in it.
I think it will be really popular.
Love Auntie Lorraine.
xxx
As usual Fiona has done a great job.

Melissa said...

Wow this one is beautiful! Love it!

Carli said...

And a big thank you to my names trust!

Unknown said...

Another great pattern Toni, you have been a busy lady!

Country/City Boy said...

I want to win it. haha. love the patterns Tone and Emma is stunning in the pics. Nice work Fiona

Sarah. Splish Splash Designs said...

Looks gorgeous!

Lisa said...

I love it! I am going to make this one for myself. Definitely my style.
Good job!!

Lisa

Lisa said...

Just wanted to let you know that I have blogged about your giveaway.
Cheers
Lis

Nettie's Blog said...

yes very nice...i really do like this one ..you are a marvel... the fact you can adjust the sleeves and the depth of the front placket suits me...yes please Toni.... i will need something to do with my time after i move and the restaurant is finished....kaftan style will suit my style.... got some nice material too...

Tanya said...

Hi Toni,
This is a great pattern, and the photograhy looks gorgeous- well done.

Anonymous said...

My big plan for this year is to learn to sew clothes, particularly shirts, for myself. This pattern just made the top of my list. Gorgeous.

Bianca said...

This shirt is great!

Unknown said...

I need to make more things for me, and this looks lovely! Double gauze is a perfect fabric choice, it would be perfect for summery beach wear!

Jo said...

I absolutely LOVE it!!!

alles is anders said...

Stunning, stunning, stunning! Count me in :-)

The Kings said...

Awesome photos Fiona! LOVE the shirt Tone - very cool and the fabric is beautiful.

Liz said...

Gorgeous! Love the fabric too :)

Little Munchkins said...

I love this pattern!

I missed out on testing this as I was away on holidays so a chance to win this pattern would be fantastic :)

SewAmy said...

oh oh oh ( hand raised way up in the air) pick me , pick me. :o)

Sally said...

Please include me. That is one great looking kaftan top. Very sweet - casual without being a tent. I really like it.

Amanda said...

I really like it! I don't find many patterns I like for myself, unless they are store bought. This one is DEFinitely a big thumbs up!

Kathryn said...

Me, Me, Me!! I love it Toni, sounds like it is a big hit from the comments too.

Kathryn said...

Just blogged this too Toni!

edyB said...

So pretty and comfy, too! Should be a winner in the sales. What fun Emma is having modeling this cute pattern.
Hope to win!

Gill said...

love this pattern!!
count me in please
gill

Allison said...

Oh please, oh please, oh please gods and goddesses of the all powerful random number generator, pick me, pick ME!!

Nikki said...

Wow Toni. So much lovliness... the photography, the fabric, Miss Emma and of course, your new pattern. Congrats on another beautiful pattern.

Lyn S. said...

count me in! been looking for a great shirt pattern and I've found it!

The Bartons said...

I love this alllloooottt!

Mel said...

I love it! Looks so comfortable. Thanks for the chance

Anonymous said...

What beautiful photos to match a beautiful pattern. Well done.

Unknown said...

Love it!! another great pattern

Elisa said...

What a great pattern!

pinkchook said...

Love the new pattern perfect for a cover up, will definatly be on my to do list. well done Toni.

Anonymous said...

See, you were worried about a 'Feral February' for nothing! The new pattern is stunning, and so nice to have something to sew for us instead of the kids for a change! Renae

Anonymous said...

Oh yes pretty please I would love the chance to win this gorgeous pattern, and it would be nice to make something for myself for once (& not the kids!).

Anonymous said...

thats just what i need, when i get out of the pool and get a bbq ready, im sick of wearing a towel!!

Paula

Justine said...

Gorgeous, Gorgeous, Gorgeous.....what divine fabric and a stunning shirt.....can't wait to make one...

Justine said...

Gorgeous, Gorgeous, Gorgeous.....what divine fabric and a stunning shirt.....can't wait to make one...

rachelmp said...

I'm about to cut out a new version (thanks for letting me be a tester) in poly cotton to wear with jeans. It's a fantastic pattern!

Miss Amy said...

Absoultely stunning. I love it, absolutely my style :) Hope I win so I dont have to wait til its in store. ;)

Miss Amy said...

I linked to your giveaway here...

http://amyssewing.blogspot.com/2010/02/giveaway.html

Gotta get as many chances as I can ;)

Renee G said...

A gorgeous pattern. I'd love to have a copy.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

Anonymous said...

perfect!! I love this!

Susan said...

Love it!

bec said...

Def want to win something for me!

naomi said...

oh I love it!! I must get my hands on this gorgeous pattern, well done!

Becky said...

Yes Please!!!!

Anonymous said...

Great new pattern!!!

Jo's Place said...

What a fantastic looking pattern, would love to get my hands on a copy of the pattern :)

Louise said...

Beautiful, definatly on my to-do list before the summer!

Christy said...

I'm such a fan of your patterns - would love to win - Christy

Melinda said...

Lovely pattern. This would suit a lot of women.

spamtrap27@internode.on.net

carmel said...

another great pattern!
thanks for the giveaway!

carmel said...

and i blogged about yourgiveaway
thanks!

Cullis Family said...

Love it!! (Just need Mum or Jayne to sew it for me, hint hint. I know you guys read Toni's blog :).

Clare said...

count me in

Kylie said...

Great work Toni - looks wonderful and what great photos and model.

Anonymous said...

Love it. Crossing my fingers I win :-)
Linda x

Melinda said...

Oh, and I blogged about it too.

spamtrap27@internode.on.net

Margaret said...

Another great pattern that win or lose i am sure i will be adding to my collection.

Margaret said...

Another great pattern that win or lose i am sure i will be adding to my collection.

Aimée Turner said...

Yes please Toni, I'd love to win it. I have put it on my blog as well.

Lisa said...

If I don't win this gorgeous new pattern, I'll just have to go out and buy it! Fantastic style, looks like something I'll need to make a bunch of.

Nic Wood said...

its gorgoeus - perfect for a beach/pool throw over, of stylish enough for everyday wear!

Nic xxx

amummy said...

Please add me to the draw. I like the look of this, and I like the face the pattern goes to XL.

gabylec at hotmail dot com

Mary said...

beautifully simple! Mind kind of sewing.

Anonymous said...

FANTASTIC!! Jacinta B

Jess said...

could it fit a fatty like me? ;)

Sally said...

Nice pattern and lovely material.

Ems said...

Toni, you have excelled yourself yet again and thank you so much for thinking of us grown-ups!!!

Anonymous said...

love it great idea with the sleeve tabs

Kelly said...

Very cute and it looks easy to make!

Lilia said...

It makes me thinking of actually unpacking my sewing machine :)

Jayne said...

Love it Tone - will have to put the quilt on hold and make myself one!

Samantha said...

I just found your blog from the Kelani fabrics website. I love this kaftan so much and am so looking forward to making this for my sister who has just had a baby for her holiday. Absolutely love it.

Melissa said...

You never disappoint...this is beautiful!

Melissa said...

This is beautiful! I love all of your designs.

Unknown said...

I love this one Toni. Perfect for the long summers and great for me to dream about in dreary england at the moment.
Thanks
Shirley

Lima Bean said...

hope it's my lucky day!

rhiannon smith said...

Love, love, love this gorgeous Kaftan! Count me in :)

gret said...

What a lovely pattern and a generous giveaway. Thanks!

AJ said...

Lovely!

AJ said...

Blogged!
http://ajsantics.blogspot.com/2010/02/giveaway.html

thornberry said...

Looks lovely - fingers crossed that I might win!

McCrafty /Klavdija said...

Stunning! Count me in :O)

Anne Thompson said...

this is a great pattern for me to make, I always only sew for the kids!

Terri said...

I love this top. fabric is lovely.

jill said...

fantastic pattern...great summer top for time by the pool with the kids well done

Susan said...

Oh, what a great pattern and I just love that fabric. Thanks for the chance to win- saw this on the flickr group Sew, Mama, Sew.....

Emma said...

This would be perfect to put on after swimming lessons with DS1....Very nice!!!!!

Emma said...

I have blogged about this giveaway.
http://emmafaye-emma.blogspot.com/2010/02/make-it-perfect-giveaway.html

Abby and Stephanie said...

Fun, floaty, gorgeous...LOVE it.

marnie said...

possibly my favourite pattern yet 9do I say that every time?)...Happy Birthday! Love Marnsxx

twrightgirl said...

what a great giveaway.

anne marie said...

i want in. and i mentioned it in my blog as well.

http://davidandanneplusone.blogspot.com/2010/02/ashtons-valentine-photo-shoot.html

Chocolate Cat said...

I would love this pattern! I saw it on Four Wise Monkeys blog and just had to come over and visit. This would be perfect for a trip we have coming up , maybe I could make one for each day!!

L!$@ said...

Love that the word giveaway is mentioned and people are there! :) Great new pattern Toni. And I recognised Emma from the first shot...as so funny. Awesome job everyone!

Wendz said...

Now this would fit in perfectly with my new casual summer wardrobe :) Please enter me into the draw for this fabulous pattern.

Renee said...

Another gorgeous pattern! You are going to have me sewing an entire wardrobe soon!

Sue said...

I have never been a fan of the kaftan style since it doesnt really suit my shape, but this version looks beautiful and I think the choice of fabric has really made it so appealing, I LOVE it! and I would love to make some for myself and my daughter ^_^

stacey said...

Love this pattern, can't wait to make it.

Anonymous said...

This pattern is so gorgeous I think I can be convinced to sew something for myself!

Suse said...

That is simply gorgeous...I would love a copy.

Annie said...

Congratulations on a terrific looking pattern and for the ladies. I want to make this one it looks great.

Melmax said...

Beautiful! I would love it!

Anonymous said...

Nice top. I just bought your wrap skirt pattern today and now I think I need to go shopping again
Cheers
Kathy

Anonymous said...

Toni I Love it!!! Your amazing :) Kristy S x

Melissa Hovey said...

Beautiful! I really like it, might have to look at buying the pattern :)

Melissa Hovey said...

blogged!!

http://missiemoos.blogspot.com/

:)

Terri said...

This is a lovely pattern, the fabric choice is great too.

anne said...

Beautiful please count me in, would love to have a go at making this.

Kelly said...

Wow count me in..this is fantastic.

Jennifer said...

I just found your blog, this pattern is gorgeous.

Bird Bath said...

this would be perfect for the balmy hot weather we are having currently. I would love to win myslef a pattern please!

Anonymous said...

Awesome! I saw it on another blog ( The Haby Goddess), and bought the fabric (from Kelani) straight away....I have to make it! But I couldn't afford the pattern as well, so I was going to go to the library, hoping they might have a similar pattern? Please please please let me win it! XX Vikinggirl

Debbie said...

Oh I absolutely love it. I must have it. Pls count me in this fab draw. I'll cross my fingers and toes.

Unknown said...

What a fabulous and easy to wear piece! I would love to have the pattern.

fura said...

I've been looking for great patterns as 2010 is the year I hope to sew for me. This top is beautiful!

Helen Kelly said...

This looks fabulously summery. Great pattern / style. Fingers crossed I win!!!

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