Skinny Bitch Curvy Chick (SBCC) Harvey Shirt

I truly appreciate the designers that offer petite patterns. Most designers just offer a lengthen/shorten line for adjusting patterns for height. That doesn't help much when you are 5' and can often use some length removed from above the bust. The proportions for someone my height just don't always fit perfectly into a pattern drafted for a 5' 7" model. So when I saw a tester call for SBCC, I signed right up. SBCC patterns are drafted for those under 5' 4" with 5' 1" being the base height.

SBCC normally does not perform pattern testing like many other indie designers and this was the first pattern where they did a tester call. I had little idea what I would be testing until I received an email that I was selected. The pattern I would be testing was a boyfriend fit button up shirt - Harvey.

The Harvey is relaxed fit, but not intended to be so oversized that it looks sloppy. I used a linen blend chambray fabric for my Harvey that I bought in the fabric district. It was super cheap as it had some discoloration, but it was easy enough to work around the flaws.

The final pattern likely changed a bit since I made this version in testing. I have not looked at the released pattern yet. Even though the Harvey is a relaxed fit, it was suggested that my next Harvey should have a small bit of width added to the back to prevent it from pooling above my backside. My back pleat is going the wrong way - oops.

 I made the Harvey classic hip length with short sleeves. The pattern also includes long sleeves, a tunic length, and a stylish dress length. It also has the option for hip pockets. I opted for the chest pockets.

While the fit of my Harvey is not perfect, I will wear it and it is a pattern that I will make again.  The pattern was well drafted and the construction was simple. The short sleeve bands make finishing them a breeze.

I love a collar with a stand and the collar on the Harvey went together perfectly. The tunic and dress lengths have a hem facing - which I would have loved as an option for the shirt. I will definitely make a facing for the shirt if I make it again. Doing a double folded hem on the curved hem can be challenging.

I can see myself wearing the tunic length version with long sleeves in the fall with some flannel or a corderoy.

The Harvey is on sale for a limited time.

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