I made this back in March and have worn it quite a lot – and I pretty much always get compliments when I do. So I thought it was about time I shared it here.

I used the Closet Core Kalle Shirt pattern (obvs from the name of the post) but traced it off 2 sizes larger than I’ve made it before. I’ve made the size 6 but this is the size 10. I traced it in the dress length and I love it – though I could have adjusted the sleeves so they’re not quite so long!

The fabric is one of the Robert Kaufman flannels which I bought from Guthrie and Ghani. It was one of the few shops that still had it in stock when I had finally decided which colourway to use! The fabric is really narrow, though (which I stupidly hadn’t checked) so I had to order an extra metre to be able to add the sleeves!

The not bad pattern matching on the back was a total fluke but the invisible pockets were deliberate! I do love an invisible pocket 🙂

For me this is a dopamine dressing item as it makes me happy to wear such happy colours! I’m almost glad it’s getting cold enough to start wearing it again this season!

What colours make you feel in a good mood?