PATTERN REVIEW: FS Capucine Bathrobe in Jacquard Linen
FS Capucine Pattern Made With FS Jacquard Linen
I have been sewing garments (consistently) for about two years now, and I am still in awe of the wide range of fabrics available to sew. I chose a jacquard linen because: 1) I love the name and 2) I have little-no experience working with this fabric type. I have also always wanted to add more loungewear to my wardrobe as I find myself sitting at my computer more and more for schoolwork and with the pandemic still ongoing, I stay home more often than not.
FS Capucine Pattern Made With FS Jacquard Linen
FS Capucine Pattern Made With FS Jacquard Linen
The CAPUCINE robe pattern caught my eye immediately. I haven’t owned a bathrobe since I was a kid and I have no idea why. I need this luxury in my life! The pattern is beautifully designed and overall very easy to construct. I felt very pampered working with an instruction booklet and lovely pattern printout, secured in a storage tube complete with a pattern hook. I think my biggest hurdle was approaching the collar, as I’ve never made one like this before. Trying to wrap your head around the orientation of the collar facing and the robe could be dizzying at times, but the end result was completely worth it. The seam finishes (a lot of turned over edges) were the cherry on top and the entire piece is so lovely to look at, inside and out!
FS Capucine Pattern Made With FS Linen Jacquard
Since I was working with a double-layered linen, I knew it would shrink after a wash/dry cycle and take on a textured appearance. Because of this, I threw caution to the wind and cut a size 6 out on the pre-washed fabric since the finished garment measurements would still be quite large for me (at least by 1-2 sizes). So when all was sewn, I excitedly threw the robe in the wash and holy shrinkage, did this robe deliver. The fabric description notes there will be 16% shrinkage weft and 18% shrinkage warp and that is precisely what happened.. if not more (this estimated shrinkage is of course dependent on your washer/dryer settings). Fortunately, I pulled the robe out of my dryer at just the right time as it fits me perfectly. Disclaimer: I would NOT recommend this method – it was impulsive and a bit reckless (most of my sewing journeys are) so while it was “on brand” for me, it is probably not the most responsible thing to do.
The fabric, the texture, and the color make me feel like I’m wrapped in a flax linen hug and I could not have asked for a better textile to work with! I can’t wait to wear this day in and day out, especially when I want to treat myself to a face mask and lavender latte on a lazy Sunday morning or an afternoon well-spent at a sauna collective by the bay.
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KAndria Olinger
Wow, what a stunning robe! I’m learning more and more about the different weights of linen and how to create with it. I need to do a robe…
Mary Bradley
So beautiful! Thanks for such a detailed review about what you like and what you did, AND all the wonderful photos. If this doesn’t inspire us all to make this robe, I don’t know what would! I’ve had the pattern for months, and will now move this to the top of my project list.
Pat Meyers
I am crazy for this fabric so I understand your happy response to your results. I use it for the best bath towels on the planet – hands down. And throw blankets. A bathrobe would be marvelous. But I would thoroughly shrink it, then press it, before cutting it out. This might be my next project. I’ve hoarded a few yards! Thank you for your article, and keep on sewing – I’ve been sewing for 60 years and it’s been a rewarding addition to my skills.
JOAN FURLONG
I love your robe! I’ve been thinking about making one out of the waffle fabric, but now I’m inspired to think about the jacquard…
Debbie Weekes
I love the look of that fabric!! I must try this robe absoutely beautiful. Love love love it!!