Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Fiddlehead Flutter Top

Do you know what at Fiddlehead is?  I had never heard of it until this pattern testing. Apparently Beth is much more rounded in her horticulture life than I am because I had to google it. Go ahead, I won't look. You can goggle it too. :) 

Today a Fiddlehead is going to be a pattern! Introducing the new Fiddlehead Flutter top from LilyGiggle.

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Do you see that gorgeous lettuce edge on the flutter? Now you know where Fiddlehead came from! I have to tell you I was a little nervous about that lettuce edging.  I made three of these tops for testing. The first one did well, but by the time I got to this third one I was very pleased with the results. Don't be intimidated by a new technique! This one is super easy to learn and there are great instructions in the pattern. 


I have a bernina sewing machine that I used to do this lettuce edging.  You can also use a serger if you prefer, but I think the sewing machine does it best. 



Since fall is finally in the air here in Georgia, I made my top long sleeve for the cool weather that is hopefully coming soon. This pattern also includes a sleeveless version as well as a 3/4 length. Perfect for every season! 


Leggings seemed to be a great pair with this top so I used the Petunia Petal Pants (lengthened a tad and minus the petals) for my boot-loving girl.  

Now for the good part----  This pattern is releasing on Friday!!!!! If you aren't already a member of the LilyGiggle sewing group, join here so you don't miss it! 

And last, but certainly not least, the fabric. I know you are dying to know where this fabric came from. I'm always on the hunt for great knit, especially if it's printed. Art Gallery Fabrics apparently got the memo that the seamstresses need some beautiful printed knits and they have been killing it lately! For the Fiddlehead top I used Tree Fleur Knit in Blanc. This knit is the perfect weight for lettuce edge, and it's so soft!  My leggings are made from Les Points Knit in Rose. Both fabrics are from the Cherie line by the very talented Frances Newcombe. Gorgeous aren't they?  


To win a copy of the Fiddlehead Flutter top pattern enter here until Friday at 12am EST:



Winner will be announced Friday morning!

40 comments :

  1. I love the zinnia, ring of ruffles, and petAL pdfs!

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  2. So far I've only made the Petunis Petal pants (and love them) as I've just recently discovered you but my wish list keeps growing and I can't wait to make this darling shirt!

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  3. I love the ring of ruffles pants pattern!!

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  4. Gorgeous as always. Been awhile since i fell head over heels for a fabric and that floral knit is to die for!

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  5. The Zinnia is my go to pattern! Love lilygiggles!

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  6. I adore the Rings of Ruffles pants!

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  7. Love the Zinnia but this new one is so cute and girly!

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  8. Favorite is the Fiddlehead! This is the first one I've seen. Now I need to go and check out your others. Thank you for giving us the chance to win!

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  9. I love the rings of ruffle pants but the zinnia dress and the petal pants are a close second!

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  10. this new top is Adorable! Great work!

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  11. My favorite is a toss up between the Petunia Petal Leggings and the Zinnia Dress Pattern!

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  12. Favorite is Zinnia dress but I love them all as I have quite the collection

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  13. My favorite is the Secret Garden dress. Petal pants are a close second. Thanks for the giveaway! :)

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  14. Just recently discovered LilyGiggle, so I haven't made any yet but I will be very soon! I just joined the group too :)

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  15. My new fave is the petal leggings!

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  16. This is the first time I have heard of Lilygiggle Patterns but I just adore that sweet knit top. So I am going to have to get me some Lilygiggle Patterns!!

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  17. I just recently discovered Lilygiggle but LOVE the petal leggings!

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  18. So happy that Lilygiggle is back ! I owe ALL the old patterns !!!!

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  19. My favourite would be the Zinnia Dress, but I own them all and it is hard to pick just one :)

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  20. Hmmmm...I've made 2 Jujubes and 2 sets of Petals with a 3rd cut out. Love them both!

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  21. Cannot wait for this pattern!!!!

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  22. My favorite is the Secret Garden dress

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  23. I love the Zinnia! I cannot wait for this release! Very sweet!

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  24. I love the Zinna and have already ordered the fabric for it!!

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  25. Think this new one is my favorite!

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