Hello!
Coming in today with a whole lot of cozy. And a surprising pattern choice perhaps as I usually just sew indie patterns. This is New Look 6581. And this version makes me feel a bit like a Super Hero!
Minerva are having a #sewnwithnewlook competition on their site this January so I thought I would join in.
This is View B of the pattern cut in a size 18-20 grading from bust to hip and it seems to have come out pretty true to size.
The pattern is very straightforward to put together and makes a nice change from a simple t-shirt shape.
My only gripe is the hole in the side of the top where the ties feed through looks quite messy from the inside. Not that it matters but I can see it if even no-one else does. I would definitely try a different way of doing this next time. Maybe a facing turned inwards or something similar.
The facing I chose to topstitch down as otherwise it flaps about. I used my coverstitch for this and it looks quite pretty on the inside, picking up those lovely yellows.
Another feature I added to this was a little snap fastener to keep it secure at the chest and prevent any gaping. Just a personal preference. A little vest underneath would work nicely too.
The hero of this top is really the fabric though - Van Gogh Starry Night inspired jersey - those colours. Sigh.
I found this on Stretch Fabrics UK - definitely a site worth a browse if you're into your printed jerseys!
Bagel cat gave this one the sniff of approval whilst Clyde hibernates. Now there's a cat in the picture perhaps this look is more Super Villain?!
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That fabric is fantastic! The whole top came out really cool. Thank you for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteThank you that is very kind
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