Cottesloe Cowl Pattern Testing

Another testing session for Made By Jacks Mum, this time the Cottesloe Cowl which is a cosy top with pockets and a lovely cowl neck, perfect for Autumnal walks in the woods kicking up leaves.

My model is 10 but tall and slim so we went for age 12 size as he is in RTW age 12 tops, we went a bit too large I think as this pattern is generous and could easily be made in sweatshirt fabric as a jumper to wear as an extra layer on days when there's a chill in the air.

He picked the main fabric from Kailuna and I snuck the red band in on the pocket binding to contrast with the black and white of the main and contrast fabric and give it a little pop of colour.

There are two different pocket options, or you could of course opt for none at all.
It comes in sizes prem/newborn up to 12 years. The 12 years size would fit a small/slim adult with a little bit of adjustment to sleeve and body length if needed!
Would recommend this pattern especially if done in a sweatshirt type fabric as a jumper.

The pattern is on sale from Thursday 4th August, click on the linky above to go to the shop or find it on etsy.

My tester has decided he's not a fan of the cowl neck so this one is up for grabs if anyone is interested.

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