All but the armscye seams are Frenched--I was feeling grumpy about the top at the moment I inserted the sleeves, so I didn't feel like messing with French seams there so they are simply overlocked. Does anyone else go through that stage in a sewing project where the novelty has worn off and it's maybe not fitting or looking just right, and you just start rushing through the rest? Or is that just me? :) At least I finished it, and didn't just throw it in the bin!
So this top isn't the most flattering, though it looks better in the photos than I was seeing in the mirror. It's comfy and goes well with jeans, so that's all that matters, right? The slightly sheer fabric makes it feel a bit more modern and interesting. Overall, it gets a B+, I think.
Glad I finally just bought that lovely fabric and got it out of my system. On to the next project!
stunning fabric, has a beautiful fall to it. I have made a few smock type tops (notably a pleated miyake one) and I always feel v bohemian wearing it, but equally, I never to seem to wear them as much as other things
ReplyDeleteMiyake's designs can be hard to wear--very voluminous--but they are so interesting, it's hard to resist!
DeleteCute!!
ReplyDeletevery cute and modern.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Beth!
DeleteSo glad you bought it, finally! I think this top looks great, and is pretty flattering.
ReplyDeleteYou're very kind, thank you! I'm happy I bought it too!
DeleteOh my goodness, I totally love it! I think that color and style suits you so well.
ReplyDeletePs: I'm at the rushing stage at the moment with a dress that's been taking too long to finish due to lack of time to sew.... in my head, I'm 3 projects ahead...
Oh, I'm always thinking of the next project! I've gotten better about finishing projects (I don't remember the last time I just tossed something), but sometimes it take a lot of will to get myself to that last stitch! Good luck with your dress!
DeleteAmazing fabric, I can see why it was drawing you in. I think your top looks great on. I always speed up the last bit of sewing too.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lynsey! The last few seams of my garment are always rushed!
DeleteWell I think it looks pretty good, and you certainly pull it off. I know exactly what you mean about those darn patterns that look so good on the packets, so simple to make and turn out to be both a pain and not quite what you thought(and a few have gone in the bin). You're certainly not on your own there!
ReplyDeleteIt's always nice to hear that I'm not alone in my sewing struggles! I have to say, after I finished sewing the garment, I just threw the pattern away--I knew I would never use it again!
DeleteI think this is the perfect top...I would wear it non stop!
ReplyDeleteI wore it the other day, and it was surprisingly nice to wear! What I didn't like was that the sleeves are difficult under sweaters or jackets, but it will warm up soon and it will be good for early spring in CA!
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