This Amanda Walker make is ideal for layering over a jersey tee and paired with jeans, plus the asymmetric line across the front makes it a real stand-out piece. The garment is also perfect for beginners as it gives you the opportunity to master simple stitches and bias binding, but doesn't include any fussy fastenings! What's more, for new mums, this design can also be adapted easily for nursing.
Download and print the pattern, then follow the cutting guide. Pin the front fabric and lining pairs, right sides together, then sew the slanted edges and base. Trim the corners, turn out and press.
With right sides facing up, lay the front right panel over the left, matching the necklines and shoulders. Pin and stitch the four layers around the front neckline with a 1cm seam allowance. Clip the allowance and turn the left side over the right.
Under-stitch around the neckline and topstitch 2.5cm from the slanted front edges and across the base of both front panels. Cut a bias strip o