Billie is an ultra-comfy sweatshirt or sweater dress that you can whip up in an afternoon. Dress Billie up or down for a meeting, dinner date, or Sunday on the sofa.
- Relaxed shape – not too baggy
- Classic crew neckline
- Choice of timeless straight sleeves or dramatic balloon sleeves with deep cuffs
- Top version sits on the high hip
- Mini dress version with cutaway pockets finishes 10cm (4in) above the knee
Difficulty: Advanced Beginner
Suggested Fabric: Sweatshirt fleece, French terry, ponte, double knit, interlock, or sweater knit with at least 10% stretch
Notions: Matching tread, Optional: 30cm of 6-9mm clear elastic or stay tape to stabilize shoulder seam, ribbing
Size: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
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