DIY: Maxi Nightie

I suffered wearing pajama bottoms for years, waking up with them all twisted and uncomfortable. 
So I decided that I give nighties a go, normally categorizing them with little girls and granny's or something more racy than necessary for actually sleeping in. I found a couple of nice jersey nighties with a little stretchy lace detail around the top, then discovered the maxi version. Even better, warm, comfortable, and you can answer the door without feeling totally exposed in your nightwear. I only managed to purchase one of these before they stopped stocking them and I've never found one since so after some searching I decided to make one.

This is a very simple sewing project and I recommend you think about rocking a maxi nightie.

You will need: 
1 x 1.5 meter jersey fabric
1 meter elasticated lace trim
1/2 meter elastic for straps (approx. 0.5cm thick)
Thread in matching colors to your jersey and lace
Sewing machine
Fabric scissors
Pins

1. Cut out two pieces of jersey. Starting 30cm width at the top and graduating out to 70cm and 120cm in length. (I cut on the fold so the photo below is one piece folded in half)

2. Sew up the side seams, right sides together.

3. Sew the elastic lace to the top of the nightie. You might needed to sew along the top and the bottom depending on the depth of your lace.

4. Sew on your straps about 4 inches from each side seam. (I left the bottom because jersey just rolls)

Team with some leggings and a comfy jumper for lounging in.