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Home / V Neckline

Category: V Neckline

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Carrie Emerson — 6 Comments

Inspired by Japanese Indigo

Carrie has been playing with a group of 3 very special Japanese indigo fabrics gifted to Fit for Art several years ago by our friend Julie B.  The group includes 3 different motifs in white on indigo-dyed cotton fabric; each length of fabric is just over 14” wide.  Curiously, the… 

Categories: Carpe Diem, Design, Fabric, Inspiration, V Neckline
Posted on May 5, 2026May 7, 2026 by Rae Cumbie — 2 Comments

Add Tie Sleeves to Carpe Diems

V-Neckline Variations for the Carpe Diem Dress & Tunic pattern includes a fun Tie Sleeve which is a cheerful detail for any new Carpe Diem.  Here are some step-by-steps so you can add tie sleeves to Carpe Diems using three different methods of finishing the outer edge of the ties. … 

Categories: Carpe Diem, Hems and finishes, How to, Sleeves and Cuffs, Technique, V Neckline
Posted on April 21, 2026April 21, 2026 by Carrie Emerson — Leave a comment

Add a Curved Collar to V Neckline Carpe Diem

Today we take a closer look at how to add a Curved Collar to a V-Neckline Carpe Diem Dress or Tunic. The collar and V-front work together to gracefully frame the wearer’s face, making this a very flattering style for a transitional or cool-weather top or dress. Read on for tips on… 

Categories: Carpe Diem, Pattern work, Technique, V Neckline
Posted on March 24, 2026March 23, 2026 by Carrie Emerson — Leave a comment

Make a Jumper with Carpe Diem

Recently Carrie decided to make a great transitional jumper for Spring with some fine wale corduroy purchased in France last summer.  It boasts a colorful floral print on an off-white ground and is quite light weight.  As a sleeveless jumper, it will be useful for 3 seasons, choosing a short… 

Categories: Carpe Diem, Design, Dress, Inspiration, V Neckline
Posted on November 4, 2025November 10, 2025 by Rae Cumbie — Leave a comment

Sew A Successful V Neck

The basic instructions for the new V Neckline Variations for the Carpe Diem Dress & Tunic utilizes a facing application to finish the neckline.  Let’s look together at how to add a facing to a top with a V front and V back.  Fortunately, the facings on this little blouse… 

Categories: Carpe Diem, How to, V Neckline
Posted on October 28, 2025October 27, 2025 by Rae Cumbie — Leave a comment

Say Hello to V Neckline Variations for Carpe Diem

We are thrilled to introduce to you our first variation for our woven Dress and Tunic pattern with some fun new design features that swirl around V neckline openings.  So read on and say hello to V Neckline Variations for the Carpe Diem Dress & Tunic. It took us some… 

Categories: Carpe Diem, Digital Patterns, Inspiration, V Neckline
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