I love this blouse so much! I made a 22 G/H, graded out to a 26 the hip and lengthened by an inch and the first toile fit perfectly!

For my first wearable version, I used some plain white shirting I had left, took the 3/4 sleeve, shortened it by another 3 inches, made a rounded, bias-bound cutout and then added a 3 inch cuff with ties, so the I can now tie a bow to close the sleeves.

It's so unbelievably cute and I'm already planning my next one, this time in linen.

I wanted to try something I have never done before. I found this fabric in my stash but wanted to limit the amount of seams so this seemed like a great idea. I've never done a keyhole neckline so yay me. If this fabric wasn't the crinkly wonder that it is this would have been a breeze to sew. The print is one that I didn't want the folds in the sleeves but next time I'm going to try that.

Another Alton- customized with a button placket , bound neckline, bishop sleeves with narrow cuffs, back yoke. Such a great starting point for “build your favorite blouse.”

Alton blouse is such a great starting point for creativity. I made three with features including bishop sleeves and sleeveless, back yoke, neckline variations. Showcase a beautiful fabric with this lovely pattern. The fit and instructions are stars.

The Alton is a great design to showcase a bold print fabric like the orange and purple floral cotton I used. The simple front has bust darts for shaping and the cool keyhole neckline. It is a great beginner top for practicing matching you fabric design across the pattern. On the black and white linen print version I added a wide elasticated waistband to a shortened version of the top. Size 20 GH cup.

I love all Cashmerette patterns. There is just not one that I really dislike. However, most top/dress patterns accentuate the breasts, which is off course not really surprising when you realise that these patterns are all designed with a larger breasted person in mind. However, as a nonbinary person who happened to have breasts, and rather large ones at that, I am just so very glad to find this pattern that does not focus on the chest area at all. I recently made my first one and I just adore the design. There are many days that I really really don't want to focus attention on the fact that I have breasts and therefore are percieved as female and this pattern is perfect for that. Thanks Jenny!

I have now made three of these tops and love it. I did do a sleeve hack and made it into a bishop sleeve. This is a winner for sure.

I am loving the Alton blouse. It was an easy sew, with easy to follow instructions, and I loved that it was available in A0 printing and you could select your sizes which meant I didn't have to squint through all the lines and guess where I was going. I did 'cheat' and use a USA cotton (so it's not as flowing). For the next make, I will cut the neck binding and join it (as decent fabric in my country is expensive) so I will get away with a bit less fabric.
The Alton blouse makes my usual casual wear just a bit dressier. There will be a number of Alton's in my future, with the second one already on my cutting table now that I have found some cotton lawn. I am looking forward to seeing how it turns out with the recommended fabric. My mum - a sewist for over 45 years - has announced that I can also sew her one 'if I like'!
A winner for sure.

This is such a great pattern. Solid fit based on Montrose but with fabulous details that can be interchanged with Montrose to create multiple variations. I made an Alton with pleated sleeves in a printed lawn and it has been on constant repeat ever since. The sleeves are surprisingly straightforward to make. I also used the neck treatment on a Montrose as a tie up keyhole back. Probably one of the most useful Cashmerette patterns I have- I will definitely make more and more of these. I have my Cashmerette fit spot on now thanks to the superb sizing calculator. I cannot recommend this company and it’s patterns more highly.

It looks so straight forward. Maybe I was feeling overconfident and cocky. I chose not to make a toile and that was a mistake. Always make a toile, the first time you make a garment from a pattern! One learns so much when you make a toile! Well, I didn’t. I still made everything work as I have learned so much through the Cashmerette University program. It’s fine.

Love it!! Fits great. It was easy to sew

I've just finished sewing the Alton top. I did the plain sleeve and cut a v-neck becuase that's my thing. The sizing calculator said to cut a 24 and grade the waistline out to a 28, and I didn't fancy doing any "proper" adjustments so I went with that. I carry my all extra waist measurement all in the front, so I cut a 24 back and graded to 30 on the waistline in the front and I'm stunned at how good it looks first time out!
It fits my shoulders, and my bust, and my belly, and my arms (full bicep sleeve) and now I'm off to cut an Upton in the same size to wear at my son's wedding in August.
So so happy! Thank you.

I absolutely adore this blouse pattern! It is very simple to make, and the keyhole detail is just the right amount of detail so that you can let a busy print shine, without resorting to a very plain blouse pattern. I made it with short sleeves. The keyhole is a little too high on me (this is just my body, not a pattern issue!) so I will adjust it down 1.5 cm next time, and make one size up for a winter version so I can fit an undershirt to keep me warm through the Nordic winters.

I have not sown anything for myself in 25 years. When I came across Cashmerette I was delighted to see that the larger bust was catered for. I joined the club and I am delighted! It’s the only email I like to receive in my inbox.

I have made the Alton blouse. I did have to make a full bust adjustment but it was easy. It’s not perfect as I over lowered the bust dart but overall I love my garment and intend to post my result as soon as I’ve ironed it!

I’m now going to attempt the bra. I’m so excited to be able to make my own bras and be able (eventually once it get it right) to make bras for half the price that are perfect for me!

I love the community and what seems to be a very transparent and open company. I feel included and involved.

I love the trainings and ‘extras’ that we get and I love to see the different ways that people have adapted the patterns. I ended up adding a frill to my Alton as it felt too short in the end but this has turned it into something a bit more fancy and not as casual which has come as a nice surprise.

When I was younger I made lots of things that didn’t suit me and I became despondent. It’s a lot of work to then not like what you’ve made. But now that I know my style better I feel more confident. The video on style was excellent btw.

Thank you x

LOVE IT.

A wonderful garment to sew. I have made two and plan to make more!! The instructions are consice and the sizing is spot on!!!

Ok it may not be reasonable to be so excited about a pattern but this one does it!
I've made one Alton and know it will not be the last. It is such a simple design but it will be s-o-o-o-o-o hack in the future. I love that if I have a great piece of fabric this pattern will be a good choice to show case it. I have already used the sleeve from the Montrose and it worked beautifully. This would be a great pattern for a beginner. Especially since so much of the fit issues are taken care of with the sizing. Keep the patterns coming!!!!!!

I made the Alton in linen with lace insertions as well as the pleats. The pattern was easy to follow- all the notches match, and the fit is perfect. I love that it dovetails with the Montrose- makes it so much more useful!!

I made view B and I absolutely loved making it and I love wearing it. The keyhole is a great detail and the fit is beautifully relaxed.

Absolutely LOVE IT! I've made 2 so far and both are my favorite tops. It's nice that's it is so on trend. I also have tried making a bohemian blouse by another pattern company and the Alton is by far the better looking and easier to make!

Made up so easily, though I did find that looooong binding a bit of a pfaff. I ending up hand sewing the entire length of the tie. I used a soft, puffy wool check fabric. It is a great twist on a dressed up version of what us New Zealander's call a 'bush shirt'. It is a bit marmite... people either love it or they hate it. I LOVE it!

I purchased Alton as part of the Cashmerette club 2022. This is a delightful top! I have made three thus far. The first is bleached midweight linen with the pleated sleeves. Minimal adjustments needed-bust height only. The second was a hack to make use of some overdyed embroidered linen in my stash. I made it round necked, elbow length and high hip hem line for the scalloped edge on my fabric. Winner! And number three was a embroidered lightweight cotton- I plan to shorten the sleeves to 3/4 length. Yay!