My mind is on Spring sewing plans, but I still have some projects from Winter sewing to share with you. The Jalie Yoko sweater is a free pattern. It’s a basic top pattern: square shape, turtleneck. If you look at the pattern pieces, it is a rectangle with neckline shaping and arms attached. It’s quick and simple.
I made size GG for the 51 inch bust. I am a bit bigger than that, but I knew the over-sized shape would be fine with an extra inch.
I can’t say much about the instructions, because I didn’t really touch them. What’s to puzzle over with a top this simple? It literally took me 20 minutes to sew up.
The shape is very similar to the Seamwork Tacara that I just made. Although, the Tacara has more hip and cocoon shaping. It also has a bit more shaping in the arm.
I love this top. I’ve always been a fan of turtleneck sweaters since I am always freezing.
I used a purple hacci sweater knit.
I hemmed it with my serger and the made me usual sleeve bands to hem the sleeves.
TL:DR Review
- Pattern: Jalie Yoko sweater
- Pros: Boxy shape. Includes several sizes. Would work for any gender, as well. I’m not super sure why it can’t be listed as unisex.
- Cons: It does only go up to a 51 inch bust…. but it’s got such a range from kids to adults.
- Make again?: Yep. I would likely make it again. Probably not until cold weather returns in the fall. I’m dreaming of Spring.
- Rating:
5/5 stars
Andie Wells Studio 
Nice solid color, nice pattern. I have a similar pattern by Loes Hinse. I make it all the time. Sometimes I like with a shortened turtleneck as here: https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/eileen-fisher-funnel-neck-tunic-plus-size/5128486?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FPlus-Size%20Clothing%2FTops&color=moon
Thank you so much! 💜
I’m looking forward to making this as it’s autumn now where I live and it’s good to see it made and modelled, thank you.
Thanks Alison!