I got very frustrated in the shirt sewing, I might just stick with jersey tops for the time being: this came together so easily, and the fabric does all the work.
Pattern: Ottobre 02-2009-2 (Wind Tunic)
Pattern Description:
(mine) Tunic with boatneck, 3/4 sleeves and flared hemline at slightly below hips length
Pattern Sizing:
34-52
I cut a 38 on top, tapering to 42 at the waist and 46 at the hips.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
yes.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
yes, very.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I chose the pattern because of the boatneck -- and I thought I could always change the hemline, if I ended up not liking the flare.
Turns out I loooove the flared hem. I got lots of compliments on the top when I wore it for the first time.
Fabric Used:
Fabric is three layers: white mesh on top, then loose white threads, and black jersey, all three stitched together with the swirly lines. -- I bought it at Stoffekontor in Leipzig (they do have an English version of the sitem, too), and I got lovely service from them -- NAYY.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
Apart from tapering across different sizes, none.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I don't think I need another one of these, as the shape is quite distinctive. I highly recommend the top to others. Most of the knit tops and dresses of this Ottobre issue can be mixed and matched: different sleeve lengths, different neck openings, different hems. I'm sure to make at least one more top from one of these patterns. I looove the fit.
Conclusion:
I am very glad I tried the unusual shape, as it turns out it is supremely figure-flattering for my A-shape.
Pattern: Ottobre 02-2009-2 (Wind Tunic)
Pattern Description:
(mine) Tunic with boatneck, 3/4 sleeves and flared hemline at slightly below hips length
Pattern Sizing:
34-52
I cut a 38 on top, tapering to 42 at the waist and 46 at the hips.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
yes.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
yes, very.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I chose the pattern because of the boatneck -- and I thought I could always change the hemline, if I ended up not liking the flare.
Turns out I loooove the flared hem. I got lots of compliments on the top when I wore it for the first time.
Fabric Used:
Fabric is three layers: white mesh on top, then loose white threads, and black jersey, all three stitched together with the swirly lines. -- I bought it at Stoffekontor in Leipzig (they do have an English version of the sitem, too), and I got lovely service from them -- NAYY.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
Apart from tapering across different sizes, none.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I don't think I need another one of these, as the shape is quite distinctive. I highly recommend the top to others. Most of the knit tops and dresses of this Ottobre issue can be mixed and matched: different sleeve lengths, different neck openings, different hems. I'm sure to make at least one more top from one of these patterns. I looove the fit.
Conclusion:
I am very glad I tried the unusual shape, as it turns out it is supremely figure-flattering for my A-shape.
4 comments:
OMG! I loooooooooooove the way this turned out! I wish I could sew!
Way to go Lara! I love everything about it, the cut, the fabric choice! Wonderfully done!
Wow!
Interesting fabric, nice!
I love fabric that makes a statement! The combination with the clean, fitted a-line silhouette is a big success.
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