Despite having made a few of these lovely tops I have not mentioned them on the blog here. So today is the day that the Uvita Top gets a little love.
The Uvita Top is a free pattern - yes people, FREE pattern - from Itch to Stitch. I am a fan of Itch to Stitch and have actually made a fair few of their patterns, all of which I have found to be well drafted and well fitting. This free version is no exception.
Uvita looks a heck of a lot like the Mandy Boat Tee from Tessuti - which I have tried and failed 3 times to make. The Mandy Boat tee just isn't for me as the sleeves are too tight for the body proportions on my shape. Uvita however...
I love the relaxed fit and easy nature of this shirt. It's surprisingly economical with fabric allowance too and can squeeze the pattern pieces on well. The smaller sizes could easily fit onto 1 meter.
This is the size 14/16/18 graded as per the chart. (Size ranges for this pattern are from 0-20 but the paid patterns go up to a size 40).
There's not much to say other than it whizzes up nicely on the overlocker and the sleeves are dropped so super simple to add in as its a straight seam on each arm attached on the flat.
If you are after a quick and satisfying make this one could be a goer.
Also handy if you are taking part in #SewFrugal22 over on Instagram and Youtube - grab a piece of jersey from your stash and this freebie pattern and you're well away.
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Great makes. You have inspired me. I have it and haven't made it. Love how you took one pattern and made them all different!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Its such a versatile pattern, definitely whip that up :)
Deleteooh thanks, your Uvitas look great! I too have tried the Mandy Boat Tee and my arms felt like I was having my blood pressure taken all the time, they were so tight! I’ll definitely have a go at this pattern now x
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely! That's what I found - HUGE body and tiny arms. This one is an absolute charm though x
DeleteJust downloaded the Uvita looking forward to trying it, looks lovely on you x
ReplyDeleteThank you! Happy sewing with your Uvita! x
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