How to sew an Ali vest?

Introducing Ali, a wardrobe staple that can be endlessly adapted to add a touch of color and warmth to your outfit! Reversible if you like, it's a snap to make once you've mastered the bias technique. Simple all-fabric, you can decorate it with brandebourgs, fancy hooks or one or more ribbons to close it at the front.

As this model is reversible, you can indulge yourself by choosing two different materials. If you want to quilt the model, be careful not to choose a material that's too slippery for both sides. We recommend a pretty printed cotton poplin, satin, coat wool, velvet (flat or corduroy), or even suede and faux fur if your machine allows it! You can also use a little wadding for quilting, in the same quantity as your fabric. If your fabric is too soft, you can also iron it on the reverse side if required. For supplies, you'll also need 20mm wide bias binding. If you want to close the vest with ribbon, use grosgrain, satin or even velvet ribbon in the width you prefer.

We've chosen a cotton twill with a fancy flower motif for the front of the vest, and a wool sheet for the back, guaranteeing a warm winter! With a little patience, you can make the bias yourself. Just be careful not to use too thick a material, and iron it on if it's too soft. For the final touch, the vest closes at the front with a large velvet bow.

To sew Ali, you'll need :
-0.6m fabric in 140cm width or 1.2m fabric in 110cm width,
-0.6m lining in 140cm width or 1.2m lining in 110cm width,
-4m10 of 20mm wide bias tape,
-fusible webbing if required,
-wadding if required,
-Optional: 1m20 ribbon of your choice.

Find Ali's pattern only in the subscription Lemonade Couture Club subscription here.