Konfetti Patterns Erna Top

I always like discovering new-to-me sewing pattern companies, so I was intrigued to come across Konfetti Patterns on Instagram recently. I particularly liked the look of their Erna top pattern and decided to give it a try.

The pattern is in German, but that's fine for me because I work as a freelance German to English translator. 

Erna is a raglan sleeved sweater with an extra detail that makes it a bit special. Instead of using a plain raglan sleeve, the top of the raglan sleeve has three pleats, which give it a slightly puffed shape, and it joins onto a small shoulder yoke. The top can be finished with wrist and hem bands, or with plain hems on the sleeves and around the bottom – which I used.

The pattern sizes cover bust measurements from 82 to 118 cm (roughly 32 to 46").

Sewing the Erna top was no trouble at all. The instructions have a good level of detail, and are illustrated by helpful and clear photos. The pattern is well drafted and everything came together exactly as it should. 

There are also lots of photos included showing versions of the Erna made and worn by different people. I think that's a really nice touch because it's always good to see how patterns look when made up in different fabrics and worn on a range of body types.

I made the size recommended for my body measurements, and it turned out well. It's a relaxed fit as intended, with just the right amount of ease. 

The fabric that I used is a French terry that I bought from 1st for Fabrics (sadly it's no longer in stock – I think I might actually have bought the last of it!). It's a slightly unusual print, and I really like the colours so I couldn't resist it. I think it works well for the Erna because the print doesn't hide the detail on the sleeves.

All in all, I'm really happy with my Erna – it was a fun project to sew, and I think I'll wear it a lot. I was impressed with the instructions and the drafting of the pattern, so I'd definitely sew more patterns from Konfetti Patterns in future.