Happy Raglan Thursday to you! I'm so excited to finally get to start the Women's Raglan Review Blog Tour. When you get ALL the way to the bottom, you'll see our very full schedule. The permalinks are all there, so just wait for the right day and the links will be live. Be sure to click over to Art Of Oh to see her Raglan review too!

Please note, that raglans are presented in no particular order of preference or alphabet or really anything. For your ease of reading, every review will include the same chart that will help you quickly compare and contrast. The final round up will do a side by side comparison chart, awards in multiple categories, AND a HUGE fabric giveaway so don't miss it.

Up first here on Sewing By Ti, the Kitschy Coo Trifecta Top. AND I even have a coupon code for you down at the end, so read all the way through! First, let's get the basics out of the way.

Sizes	1-8. Coincides with high bust measurements 30-44
Printable pattern pages/copy shop version	24 or copy shop
Skill Level	Beginner-Intermediate
Measurements for Rectangles	No
Line Drawings	Yes
Size made	3 (33, 27,38)
Options chosen	Low Scoop, hemmed long sleeve, hemmed bottom
Fabric Requirement for your size	1.5 yards
Measurement Chart	Yes
Cutting Instructions	Yes
Pattern Printing Layout	Yes
Cutting Layout	Yes
Suggested Fabrics	40% knit with lycra
Layer Printing Option	No
Neck Line Options	4
Sleeve Options	3
Hem Options	2
Color Blocking	Yes (shoulder)
Seam Allowance	3/8"
Hem Allowance	1"
Separate add-on pack	no
Fit	Fitted bust, semi-fitted waist/hip
Easy to read instructions	Regular and Bad*ss version
Drawing or photograph instructions	Both, including photos with text to explain harder parts of construction

Ok, with all of that out of the way, I can finally do my review.

Kitschy Coo Drafts for a D sewing cup. That means ZERO modifications for bust for me. I opted not to adjust the length on this pattern. The pattern does include a lengthen/shorten line, but the a-line shape means that adjusting it isn't as necessary as a more fitted pattern. This pattern fits me like a glove. I don't think I could have drafted it better myself and am SUPER happy with it. Because I wanted to make the patterns as similar as possible, I didn't do any of the fun color blocking parts. When I sew this one again, I'd definitely use the shoulder contrasts and that cute little pocket.

The pattern as I've shown here is definitely a beginner's pattern. You only have 4 pattern pieces (front, back, sleeve and neckband) and they go together easily. BUT, if you're in for a challenge, this pattern does include a fun triangle cut out neck line that will push your sewing skills OR use the v-neckline. I have to admit, even I struggle with v-necklines. Not sure if it is because I am always rushing through each project OR if I need to stop trying so hard to make it look perfect. Either way, when you're ready for a challenge, the v-neckline and triangle inset neckline are both waiting for you.

All Raglan Patterns use my favorite Purple Seamstress Black Cotton/lycra for the body. The sleeves are from a Girl Charlee Knit Fix. Surprisingly, these sleeves are just right for me! I like my sleeves a little long so the fit is exactly right.

If there is one drawback to this pattern, there's no tunic length. Leggings plus tunics make up about 90% of my wardrobe. I'd definitely want to extend this out to tunic length.

So who should definitely get this pattern? Anyone that struggles to get a good shoulder fit on their patterns (whether due to full or small bust). Going by high bust measurement makes this a lot easier to fit. Also, the color blocking isn't anything you'll find in any of the other patterns. This pattern does a great job of skimming over tummies and has a nice fit through the sleeve. Save 20% on your copy of the Kitschy Coo Trifecta with the coupon code: TRIFECTA

Be sure to click through and check out what Art of Oh has to say about the Greenstyle Center Field Raglan. I've actually owned this pattern for some time. It's a great pattern that just received a new look with the recently released add on pack. And don't forget to come back next week for Raglan Thursday!