New Pattern: Cape Cod Capelet
The holiday season is upon us. I know that to most of you, it’s also your busy season. And some of you are even sewing some gifts for others (kudos to you!). My friends, let me introduce you to your new best friend, the Cape Cod Capelet pattern!
For one week (through November 12, 2019), the Cape Code Capelet sewing pattern is 20% off. The volume discount still applies—get 15% off your entire cart if your purchase is $20 or more, or 20% off your entire cart if your purchase is $30 or more!
The Cape Cod Capelet is classy and elegant, yet it is super fast to whip up. The sizing is extremely forgiving, which means even if you don’t know precisely your recipient’s measurements, you can still be pretty sure that the capelet will fit. That makes the Cape Cod Capelet a perfect gift!
Cape Cod Capelet Features:
- Floppy cowl
- Raglan seam lines
- Roomy, elbow-length sleeves
- High-low hem
- Designed for knit fabric
I use a pretty lightweight hacci sweater knit for my Cape Cod Capelet, but you can see below that my testers used all kinds of knit fabrics: chunky sweater knit, Ponte, double knit, jersey, waffle knit, French terry and jacquard knit. Some even used sexy stretch lace and luxurious merino wool knit. The possibilities are endless!
Even if you don’t sew for others, do yourself a favor and sew yourself a Cape Cod Capelet, because, you know, we should love ourselves! Tell the person in the mirror how much you love them!
Let’s take a look at all the beautiful Cape Cod Capelet that my talented testers made (many of them made multiple in the short testing cycle!)
The instructions tell you how to lengthen or shorten the capelet to your preference. It’s super easy.
It’s a perfect top layer over a slim-fit long sleeve shirt. But it’s equally cute if you wear a dress underneath.
Accessorize the Cape Cod Capelet with a long necklace or a brooch, and you are good to go!
Or just wear some sparkling earrings with it.
The Cape Cod Capelet is even great for lounging at home!
The Cape Cod Capelet is super popular among my testers. You just can’t beat ease, speed and good style in one garment!
Even Minky fabric works with the Cape Cod Capelet. How cuddly is that?
My sincere thanks to these talented testers. It’s a pleasure to work with you all!
- Aimee
- Andrea
- Annick
- Bernice
- Crystal
- Denise
- Diana
- Diane
- Ilse
- Indu
- Jackie
- Jan
- Jen
- Jenny
- Jodi
- Jordan
- Kadri
- Karen
- Karina
- Katie
- Kelle
- Boon Kuan
- Lorene
- Margaret
- Maria Luísa
- Maria
- Natasha
- Renata
- Sarah
- Sarah Jane
- Sharon A.
- Sharon M.
- Stacey
- Tiina
- Whitney
Pick up your copy of the Cape Cod Capelet while it’s 20% off (only through November 12, 2019)!
Any chance of publishing this cute stylish pattern in a larger size version? Or recommendation on how to size up to a 52?
Hi Denise, this capelet is very straightforward. It’s like a circle skirt except it’s worn on your shoulder. So you can use the size XL and add 5-10″ (depending on how long you like your capelet; this is not critically important, it’s just your preference) all the way around at the bottom of the capelet. That’s all! 🙂
why do you line up seams and stitch in the ditch?
That is to attach the bottom of the seam together. But there are different ways to achieve the same result. You could hand sew the ends together. You could overlap the seam and stitch them together. If you have an understanding, then you can create your own path.
Hi Kennis,
It looks very cozy and great!
Is it possible to lengthen this cape?
Thanks a lot and have a nice day,
Ingrid
Hi Ingrid, thank you for your interest. Yes, the capelet can be lengthened. The instructions are included.
This capelet is just what I’ve been looking for as a pattern for my mom. I do have a question, however…. since she doesn’t like anything around her neck, It is possible to finish the neckline with a self bias trim or finish? I’m willing to give it a shot if you feel like that would work.
Hi Carol, I think a neckband would work (the kind that is on t-shirt). You can measure the length of the neck opening, then use a neckband that is about 85% long (if you are using a fabric with pretty good recovery such as a jersey with Lycra/spandex). If you are using a fabric with less recovery, such as a sweater knit, then the length of your neckband might need to be shorter, like 75%. Give that a try!
Looks warm & snuggly! Are there directions for hemming with a regular sewing machine? (And what is that finish?)
Hi Lodi, thank you for your interest. The instructions don’t assume you have any special machine for hemming. It is the same as regular hemming (double fold). It does have a section describing using a regular sewing machine to sew knit fabric.