Hey y’all. Today I want to talk more about my latest pattern, the Bookworm Button Up, and share some tester photos. We had an AWESOME group of testers for the latest Pattern Anthology collection, and I love seeing all the versions of the pattern they made – they really maxed out the options included in this pattern.
And this pattern does come with a ton of options. In fact, I think this may be the longest instructional tutorial I’ve ever written because of all the options. For boys there are views A & B, with options for straight or shirttail hems and pleated or rectangular pockets in two locations.
And for girls there is the option of a high-low hem with a deep pleat or a crossback, and there are bow pockets and bow sleeves.
But enough about the line drawings – what do these shirts look like sewn up? Well, take a look at all these AMAZING tester photos.
View D Crossback
View D front
Boys View B, country style
Stacy Sews blogged about her rockabilly style Bookworm Button up (shown below).
View B with contrast yoke and pockets
View B with contrast yoke, placket and pockets
View C high low hem
View C with contrast bows and back yoke
View C in a floral print
Bow detail on View C
View D with metallic accents
Swiss dot version
View D with bow sleeves
Boys view B with subtle bias plaid pockets
View A with contrasting stripes
Old House Mama blogged about her cute Bookworm Button Up shown below. Click over to see more darling photos of her little guy.
View A in a whale print
So what are you waiting for? Grab your Bookworm Button Up now!
Catherine Dorsey
This is a really cute shirt pattern. Just love all the ways you made it and the fabrics and colors. Thanks for sharing it.
Stef
Oh my gosh, Melissa, you have knocked it out of the park. This is such a great pattern. Can’t even stand the cuteness of the bow version! Congratulations!
jonquil
Love the versatility of this pattern. Unfortunately, my grandchildren are getting too grown! They need size 10/12, minimum.
Max
I knew i wanted this pattern, i wasn’t sure I needed it until I saw the tester photos! That cross-back is ADORABLE. I love the little girl versions a lot (which is saying something because I’m so into revolutionary boy stuff lol )
Hilary
This is the cutest ever!!! PLEASE make an adult version so I can make it!!!