The Tie Front Blouse Pencilskirt This pattern has instructions for

This pattern has instructions for both woven tailored and pull-on jersey trousers

Includes The Poncho pattern

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in lighter weight cottons and linens for summer and in brushed cottons or woollen fabrics for winter

The finished effect is a flattering flat front with asymmetric detail

The Tie Front Blouse Pencilskirt This pattern has instructions forA stylish tie front blouse suitable for most lightweight woven fabrics. Choose between a wider pussy bow style tie or the narrower neat tie. Two options are also given for the sleeves: straight or cuffed. A simpler variation of this style was first published in The Essential Collection book, however this is no longer available.