Monday, June 20, 2011

M6078 - Easy, Cute Top


I'm still not finished with the Summer Dress Challenge. I took a good look at the projects started way back when and decided I needed to do some damage control. No more UFO's. This top and several others were sitting in the bag.

I needed/wanted a new top to wear to a baby shower on Saturday afternoon. So I quickly sewed up this one. Yes quickly. It took about two hours.

M6078


Pattern Description: Misses' tops: Top A has front and back stitched pleats, front drape, lapped back and extended shoulder seams; top B has stitched front pleats and drape; top C has front drape and contrast loops.


Pattern Sizing: Sizes X-Small to X-Large; I made size M; view C.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes. I didn't make contrasting loops.

Were the instructions easy to follow? Very easy. All levels can make this top.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like the drape neckline and the ease of making this top. Dislike: None.

Fabric Used: A four way stretch knit from Vogue. This was in my stash.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I only added 1/2" to the side seams and a few inches to the length. For the side seams I slightly tapered in after the bust area through the waistline.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I plan to make the another views. When I don't know. I still have a bag of knit tops to sew plus a few dresses. But I recommend it to everyone. It's easy to sew and comfort to wear. No fuss and stylish. You can't beat that.



Conclusion: This a stylish top that is easy to sew. A beginner can make this with no problems.

33 comments:

  1. Perfect top for a summer afternoon.

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  2. So beautiful on you.....I will try this one! Love the fabric too.

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  3. It is cute! Perfect for summer.

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  4. Love this on you! It looks so summery with the white pants.

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  5. I I LOVE this top, especially paired with white jeans. I am going to make this one for sure. Thank you.

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  6. Very cute top! Perfect with the white pants and cute shoes too!

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  7. Love, love, love this---the fabric is phenomenal!

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  8. I need to add this pattern to my repertoire. It's such a flattering style and I'm a sucker for anything draped like that. Your outfit is the perfect cool summer wear I like. You look great!

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  9. Great looking top. Don't you just love pairing a print like that with white slacks??, I do!

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  10. Oh mine,I love the top, what a perfect knit for the top...Lovely

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  11. Love the top on you! It looks perfect with the white pants.

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  12. So flattering on you! Love the color. I have this pattern just made one of the other views. I have some extra scraps from a recent dress that is enough for this view. I guess I know what I'll be doing in my sewing room tomorrow!LOL

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  13. Love the top and the print. Very flattering on you. I love it with the white pants and shoes - it looks perfect for a shower.

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  14. Lovely summery top. I wish I could carry off a print like that.

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  15. Gorgeous top! It looks perfect with the white pants!

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  16. Super cute top. It's very flattering and a cute print.

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  17. Fabulous top!! I love that stunning fabric - the colours are so beautiful and striking. It looks wonderful with the white pants - cool, summery and chic!

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  18. You look fabulous! I love white pants. And your top makes the outfit look so cool and perfect for summer.

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  19. Lovely top and it looks great with the white pants.

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  20. That top is gorgeous!!! I love how you paired it with the white pants and shoes. It's perfect for this weather we've been having.

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  21. Cute top, and I love the shoes, too

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  22. What a fab outfit for summer! Love your color choice and with the white pants it's awesome. I have that pattern, I need to give it a try!

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  23. It looks terrific on you. The neckline and shoulder details are very sharp.

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  24. I love this knit top. You look great in it!

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  25. You can tell that you KNOW you're cute in that top lol. WORK IT. ;D

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  26. I l.o.v.e. this top. Easy and stylish - perfect! Your fabric is just beautiful - and so summery.

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  27. Your top fits so perfectly!
    Do you use a serger or a regular sewing machine? I want to make knit stuff, but i don't know what i am doing wrong.

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  28. Hi Barb, I use both. But for knit fabric you don't have to worry about fraying. Most of the time I serge the seams allowance closed.
    Thanks,
    Cennetta

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