Dive into Dolmans- Hey June Aurora

Hallelujah! It’s Thursday again- that means we’re one day away from the weekend AND I’ve got another dolman for you. Whoop, whoop!

This week I’m sharing a pattern by one of my favorite designers, Adrianna from Hey June Handmade. I had never made her Aurora Top and this was the perfect opportunity. Make sure you read to the end for an awesome coupon code for this pattern too!

Here’s all the nitty gritty-

Sizes	XS-XXL (bust sizes 32″-42″)
Printable pattern pages/copy shop version	15 pages per version/yes
Skill Level	Beginner
Measurements for Rectangle Pieces	No rectangle pieces
Line Drawings	Yes
Size made	Small
Options chosen	View A
Fabric Requirement for your size	2 yards (I used less than 1.5)
Measurement Chart	bust, waist, hip
Cutting Instructions	Yes
Pattern Printing Layout	Yes
Cutting Layout	Yes
Suggested Fabrics	knits with at least 30% stretch
Layer Printing Option	Yes
Neck Line Options	No
Sleeve Options	No
Hem Options	No
Color Blocking	Yes
Seam Allowance	1/4″
Hem Allowance	1/2″
Separate add-on pack	No
Fit	Slouchy with fitted long sleeve
Easy to read instructions	Yes
Drawing or photograph instructions	Drawings

If you’ve never used a Hey June pattern before the tutorials are always so clear and really some of the best I’ve ever used. This pattern was no exception.

The pattern is another basic dolman- long sleeves, curved hem and a facing neckline.

I’m usually not a fan of facings on a tee but this one really works well.

The long sleeve piece hits me 3″ above my elbow.

I also really like the curve of the underarm- not too wide.

I used this rayon spandex knit from Joann’s. Honestly, it’s a little wild for me but when I saw the new tie dye selection I was mesmerized. So cool but a little out there for me.

I’ve got a pair of Sloan Leggings that will go with this that I’ll share with you soon. I feel like I can be a little bit crazier with my workout clothes than I can with my everyday wardrobe so I think this tee will fit in perfectly there.

I’ve left this unhemmed for now. I’m debating adding a band to keep it in place if I’m wearing it primarily to workout in. I think this pattern, while basic, leads itself to easy hacks like bands, short sleeves, adding a neckband instead of facing, etc.

This pattern has a fun side inset option too that I didn’t use. The colorblocking options with that are so cool and flattering.

This pattern can be made up in a variety of knits like my slinky rayon version or a cozy french terry top. Adrianna has done it again- another winning pattern to add to my Hey June wardrobe. She has generously offered 25% the Aurora pattern until April 28th with the code ‘AuroraLove’. Hurry on over and pick up your copy!

Check out the other posts this week too:

Diving Into Dolmans Week 3

Guest Bloggers: Sew Far North

Adventures with Bubba and Bug