This third pattern review is also a wearable muslin. The fabric that I chose is a bit too heavy for the style of view A. The little front tie is too stiff. The drape of the front is not as fluid as the photographed top on the envelope.
Butterick's description is: Close-fitting knit tops have neckline, sleeve and front variations with stitched hems. A: Tie front, three-quarter sleeve. B, C: Gathered wrap front. B Elasticized three-quarter sleeve. D: Gathered wrap front with peplum. No provision provided for above waist adjustments. For moderate stretch knits only. This pattern was published in 2018.
I selected view A because I like the waist tie. The other views have been published again and again. Another thing I like about this pattern is that the back has a slightly curved back bodice with a center back seam, which is a little easier to adjust for a sway back. My other fit adjustments were minimum.
FBA - It might look a little intimidating. But it was easy. I simply added a bit to the front armhole and along the upper side seam.
FBA - For the front side. Use the front bodice to mimic the FBA on the side front pattern. I also drafted a neckband. I hate the neckline finish: turn, press seam allowance, and stitch. My neckband measurements are 2" X 8.25" to be placed on the fold.
Swayback - tuck, a little more on the sides, and lengthen at the hem to balance it.
Aside from my small changes, the top was easy to sew, the instructions typical. No problems.
I'm going to give this one another try in a lighter knit. Hopefully, the fabric will result in the drape illustrated on the pattern envelope.
There are a few versions of all the views on Instagram. Check it out. So is this is your style, give it a try.
Happy Sewing!
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This is such a nice top. I appreciate it that you went through all your alterations. That is so helpful because I have to pretty much do the same. I know it is just a muslin but it looks like it could be a nice season transnational piece.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Terri. It's a pleasure. So many sewists have shares many tips that I've benefited from. So I try to share my knowledge in some small way.
DeleteAnyway, I'll certainly get some wear out of this top. The fit is good and the fabric is pretty nice too.
Thanks again.
That is one pretty muslin! The fabric may be stiff but it is such a lovely print and it looks so good on you. I think once you tweek it you've got a great TNT to work with.
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