Beach Pajamas?? Yes Please!

Beach Pajamas

Beach season is fast approaching in my part of the world. Are you looking for inspiration for a new beach outfit this year, one you can sew yourself?

 If you are ready for something  totally Glam, yet super comfortable and providing sun protection consider....Beach Pajamas!!

First worn in the 1920's, Beach Pajamas were just wide leg pants and a cute top, perhaps with a daring open back.






 Below are some pictures and quotes from an article about this 'new' outfit.
( to read the whole article click here Glamour of the Beach Pajama )

"Before the bikini, fashionable ladies donned “beach pyjamas” all along the world’s most stylish coastal towns. The swishy palazzo-like pants and jumpsuit styles shocked the public in the interwar years, while we, on the other side of the second millennium, find some serious inspiration".

Now we have our inspiration, let me introduce you to the Samara Pant pattern by Itch to Stitch .  With this pattern you will be able to begin creating your very own Beach Pajamas, that can be worn on their own or over a swimsuit as a cover-up.

Samara Pants Features
-Wide Legs that flare from the hip down
-Straight Waistband sits at narrowest part of waist ( high waisted)
-Side Invisible Zipper closure

For Beach Pajamas it is a good idea to  choose a breathable fabric like rayon, or even silk if so inclined.  Just be sure whatever fabric you choose has beautiful fluid drape to it.

Chose the length you prefer; full, ankle, 3/4.

The feel of the Samara Pants on is utterly divine...lighter than a whisper, elegantly feminine, immensely comfortable!

Striped Samara Pants aka Beach Pajamas

So go ahead.. Sew up a pair of Samara Pants this season and be Glamourous in your Beach Pajamas!!!  And as a bonus sew up a Fabulous Pair for that night out as well or for any other occasion!

Evening Elegance

Coffee Meet Up Flair

Carey Top - a Dolman Sleeve Beauty!

Carey Top with Pleasing Dolman Sleeves

Not all Dolman Sleeve Tops are created equal! If not Drafted Well, a Dolman Sleeve Pattern can end up looking overly Baggy and Unflattering!

That said, check out the Carey Top by Itch to Stitch.  It's a Real Winner!!


The Sleeves of the Carey Top are stylish and flattering without extra bagginess.
The Shoulder Panel adds a pop of interest with it's Contrasting Fabric.
The Drawstrings create more Visual Interest and a lovely Gathered Effect.
The High-Low Shirttail Hem is the final stylish element that brings everything together!

Contrast Shoulder Panel of the Carey Top

Carey Top is a Quick and Easy Sew.  In a couple of hours you will have a Comfy and Stylish Top!  And it can be made in either Woven or Knit fabric.



Change up the Length and go from a Tunic, which also makes a Terrific Swim Coverup, to a regular Top Length like the one in the Photos.  It was shortened by 2 inches.  Or make it Dress Length.  Add a great belt and it Rocks!

So Comfy!!

 I also chose to Highlight the Neck Binding by placing it on the Outside.


Carey Top is a great option for when you want a bit of Sun Protection!  It is lightweight and breezy yet covers the shoulders and arms well.

Relalxing in my Carey Top!

Back View of Carey Top

I've never been disappointed with a Pattern from Itch to Stitch because they are so Excellently Drafted! 


Itch to Stitch Patterns are Easy to Fit to your unique body proportions too.



The Techniques used in the sewing are High Quality, while the Instructions and  Illustrations are Clear and Easy to Understand.

Mocha loves my Carey Top Too!

Give the Carey Top a go and you'll see what I mean.  You will soon be hooked on Itch to Stitch patterns like me!!



Happy Sewing....