The Calao Sweatshirt is the quintessential feminine sweatshirt. By exploring the different options and varying the fabrics, you have the freedom to create a very sporty version or a more cozy sweater.
The key feature of this model is its pretty delicately pleated sleeves. These can simply end with a hem, ribbing, or an elasticated casing.
For the bottom of the sweatshirt, the options are similar: long with a hem, a ribbed waistband, or cropped with an elasticated waistband.
As for the neckline, it’s up to you to choose between a simple neckline, a neckline band, or a hood.
For the ribbed version, you can also sew a kangaroo pocket.
This versatility allows you to customize your Calao Sweatshirt according to your preferences and make it truly unique. The cut is feminine, but for a looser fit, sew the size above.
By sewing Calao, you will learn to:
Measure an elasticity rate
Sew ribbing
Sew a hood
Sew flat pleats
For this sweatshirt, mainly consider your bust measurement. If your hip measurement is more than 2 sizes above your bust measurement, it is better to grade between the two sizes from bust to hips.
If you are between two sizes, take the larger size.
The size chart 
Supplies
All versions:
- 150 cm of fabric (in 140)
With hood
- add 50 cm of fabric (in 140)
With ribbing
- 40 cm of ribbing (in 140)
For the hood
- scrap of fusible interfacing
- 120 cm of cord
For the elasticated version
- flat and flexible elastic 15mm wide (40 cm for the sleeves + 1 m for the bottom of the sweatshirt)
Recommended fabrics
The Calao Sweatshirt should be sewn in a medium to heavy weight stretch fabric. Ideally, it should have about 20% elasticity (see next page). Choose fleece, loopback sweat, French Terry, or a soft and thick knit.
The hood can be lined or not, some soft fabrics don’t deserve to be hidden under a lining!
Sewing level
Level: 2/5
Time: 2/5
The Calao Sweatshirt is suitable for beginners who have already sewn knitwear or who are eager to learn! It is preferable to have already sewn a few pieces, but the various diagrams found in the booklet as well as the video tutorial available on the YouTube channel and accessible via QR code during the sewing courses will guide you through making your sweatshirt!
Also find many tutorials on my Instagram account
