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I’ll be perfectly honest and say that when I signed up for the testing of the new Ellie & Mac Be Smart Jumper Pattern, I wasn’t completely sold on it being something that I would actually wear, but the style was so cute that I really wanted to give it a try to see how I’d like it. I do think however that this pattern should come with a disclaimer or caution or something – like seriously, if you DO NOT want attention from your hubby (or significant other) that particular day, DO NOT wear this skirt! I repeat – DO NOT wear this skirt then! As you can guess, I make quite a few things…. and generally I get the standard comments from the hubby like – oh that’s nice, that’s a nice top…. etc. I was wearing this outfit when he came home after I made it, and honest to goodness, a minimum of 4 times he said – wow, I REALLY like that skirt/dress thingy… and he proceeded to touch it many times. So, consider this your warning – this could warrant attention – although, if you are truly smart, you will definitely use that to your advantage to order more fabric…. like I did…. hey, he set himself up for it! He actually said – you are going to be making more of those, right??!! So, of course I took full advantage of the situation and said – oh, I will, but only when I order more fabric for them! Lol!!
Be Smart Jumper Pattern (adult)
So, on to the real reason you are here – to find out more about the pattern itself then what goes on in my household! Lol! So, this pattern works up super quick! The longest part is going to be the hemming. It consists of a circle shirt, a waistband and your straps. I’m talking done in less than an hour if you just sit down and work on it. Super easy to follow instructions and minimal pieces. This pattern is designed for knit fabrics only.
Be Smart Jumper Pattern (adult)
I made mine in double brushed poly, so it has a nice feel and flow. I know others have done it in other knits like liverpool and such, so it works with heavier knits too. I just had this print on-hand from So Sew English and decided to give it a try (remember – this was something I wasn’t positive I was going to like until I actually wore it – now I love it and will be making a couple of them!)
I did the high-waist version. There is also a low waist version too.
Be Smart Jumper Pattern (adult)
Now, one of the dilemmas with something like this is – what in the world do I pair it with? Well, if you want to copy me, I did the Ellie & Mac Be The Leader Top. But with no ruffle. I did hack a band for the top instead of doing the elastic. This one is the shirt length with short sleeves and a hacked band across the top in a black double brushed poly that was from Knitpop –
If you don’t have the Ellie & Mac Be the Leader Top Pattern yet, it is one that I’d recommend – it goes together real quick and is so cute!
Be The Leader Top Pattern (adult)
And…. you may have noticed the matching fabric poking out of the boots…. yup – I made knee-high socks to match the jumper! I used this pattern for the socks:
https://www.peekaboopatternshop.com/cozy-toes-socks?aff=484
So, if you are looking for a cute skirt pattern – and remember – you can even just make the skirt without the suspenders if you’d prefer too – I’d recommend checking out this new one by Ellie & Mac – it’s truly a hit in my house! And if you want to copy my total look, go for it! I’ve included all the patterns in the post so you can create the full outfit!
Be Smart Jumper Pattern (adult)
Hopefully you’ve enjoyed your read today and here’s to hoping you have a Sewtastic Day!
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