Reef, Megan Nielsen

My dear sewing fellows,

I was a pattern tester for Megan Nielsen's new cute pattern Reef which features a camisole and shorts set with lovely clean lines.

http://megannielsen.com/products/reef

I made pyjamas out of remnant Nani Iro double gauze which is a very lovely and cozy fabric. Despite it's double layers, the fabric is very nice to wear at high temperatures.

The camisole is bias cut, features a v-neckline and a special crossover yoke in the back. I chose the mid rise shorts with the lovely curved hem.

I feel no need of pockets in my pyjamas but I made one pocket to test the pattern's clever staypocket with great success.

To spare my precious fabric, I cut all of the facings out of an off white cotton lawn of my stash.

The camisole is quite loose but covering, appropriate for sleeping wear. There are instructions how to get a closer fit if desired so.

Camisole and shorts sizes were chosen following my bust and hip sizes and the sizing is spot on. Those wrinkles in the back are due to the fact I had to climb a little stone wall to take the self-timer pictures.

I followed the instructions with only very little changes: I sewed two times over the neck v to ensure the seam. I understitched the neckline and armhole seams where I could reach them. I trimmed back the hem of short pieces 7 and 8.

Pattern: Reef, Megan Nielsen
Fabric: Nani Iro Bird's Eye Jiu metalic double gauze
Camisole size S
Mid rise shorts size M

I loved to sew this pattern. The instructions were very clear, some little tweaks have been done now and I love the neat finish acquired by the facings.

There is a short rise version of the shorts, too. You can sew either version without the curved hem. However, I like the curved hem being modest for my old legs. The camisole's high low hem gives a lovely line. Both patterns can be used for casual tops and shorts, too. Have a look at my old Megan Nielsen Briar shirt combined with the shorts.

I recieved the pattern for testing but all the thoughts are my own.

Have a nice sewing day!
SaSa