As you know, I spent the last two weeks of April making tops, specifically using woven (not knit) fabric. The last one that I made during that time period was using Simplicity 8602.
I made View A. Because the shirt is a little bit cropped in length, I added about 2″ to the length of the top. I also made this using a FBA (full bust adjustment). I have started doing these more often and I find that I’m getting a better fit. I had been just going up a pattern size but I was never very happy with the overall fit of the garment. So now, I’m back to using a smaller size, but including the FBA.
I like this with the longer length and I LOVE the look of the polka dots, especially for summer. The jeans I’m wearing in the pictures are a previous make. These are the Closet Case Patterns “Morgan” boyfriend jeans ( that post is here).
The material used is rayon challis, which is perfect for something like this. It is lightweight but with enough body for the garment to flow. This particular one I bought from fabric.com. This is a quick and easy make with different sleeve options.
I’m very happy with this and would definitely say that this is a great summer top pattern with options that will give you a lot of use.
That’s all for now. I have one more top that I’m currently working on and then I’ll be on to other projects.
Here is the fabric I used: *affiliate links
But there are many other options (solids, prints, floral, etc.) fabric.com
You achieved a really nice fit in the bust. I’m starting to sew myself tops and will need an FBA. Do you follow a particular method or tutorial?
Thanks Sarah. I have a couple of fitting/alteration books that I look at for the FBA. I have also just googled it. It seems the process is the same.
So pretty on you!
Thanks Nancy!
This is a gorgeous top and pattern. Just right for summer season!
Thanks Faye!