I decided not to color match the invisible zipper but instead use a grey zipper (for a tone within the same color family). The pattern calls for a 7-9” long zipper but I couldn’t find a grey invisible zipper at that length at my local fabric store. The length I found was 20-22”. I shortened the zipper by cutting the length and then hand tacking the new zipper stop.

I followed the suggested directions on the zipper packaging to shorten the zipper.

Being honest, my execution of the invisible zipper was not perfect. With my errors, the top of the zipper did not match up to the top of the garment, as intended (shown in the photo below).

To hide this a bit, I hand sewed a large hook and eye closure. I was excited to share these details as I wanted to offer encouragement to those that have also not sewn an invisible zipper. I find that a lot of sewing techniques become easier with practice. I am looking forward to continuing to make garments with invisible zippers in the near future. You also have the option of sewing Version 2 with this pattern. This version is less fitted, omitting the back darts and invisible zipper.

Final thoughts:

I love this project! It was so fun to make and even more fun to wear. The fabric is so drapey and comfortable. We took these photos at the beach when the weather was quite hot and humid. The fabric breathes very well and hid my legs from burning with the sun.

I decided for the size that I made, I didn’t like bringing the ties around to the front. I like that you have options with this pattern. I chose to leave them tied in the back.

The shirt that I’m wearing in the final photos is the Beatrix top in an Atelier Brunette, Double Gauze fabric, shared in an earlier post, check out my profile.

I wish you well on your own summer sewing adventures. Let me know if you have made garments with this fabric. I’m quite in love with this finished project.

Rachel @oakbluedesigns
www.oakbluedesigns.com

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