I've had Simplicity S9679 in my pattern collection for a while. I am just getting around to sewing it. Of course, I had to do my usual fit adjustments; FBA and swayback. In this review, I paired it with a TNT pants pattern S8389. It is a go-to for an easy fit and sew coordinate.
So let's begin the pattern review of Simplicity S9679
Pattern Description: Misses' knit top with sleeve variations.
Pattern Sizing: 4 - 20; I used size 16 with modifications. I made view B.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it did. Slight changes to address the adjustments made.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, the instructions were typical; nothing difficult or confusing in them.
Was the construction easy? Yes, the top went together with ease. The most tedious part was finishing the opening across the upper chest and back. This step required you to take your time. This area is a focal point of the top. I used some steam a seam to hold everything in place as I sewed.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? For this version of the top I have likes and dislikes.
Likes -
- The seaming and the opening at the upper body.
- The slant of the neck opening. It adds interest to what would a simple pullover top.
Dislikes -
- Finishing of the armhole. I added a binding to finish it.
- The armhole fit. I could have created the problem when I slightly rise it. But this is something that I noticed in other tops that have a sleeveless and sleeved version that used the same front and back pattern. For my next version I'll try to address that.
I used a ribbed knit from Fashion Fabric Fabrics. I love the chartreuse color of it. The stretch recovery could be better.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
- FBA - I used my molly t-shirt pattern to make it. You can see where are made changes along the sides and at the lower front armhole.
- Swayback adjustment - I first cut the lower back into two pattern pieces. Next, I made the tuck on each pieces and added at the hem. I added seam allowance to both patterns where they would be joined. I didn't make a prominent shoulder blade adjustment. It appears to be okay without it.
- I shorten the opening to eliminate any gapping.
- I cut binding out of the fashion fabric to finish the armhole.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I plan to sew view C. And yes, I recommend it to others.
Conclusion: I enjoyed making this pullover top. It is a change from the typical t-shirt style pullover. You can dress it up or down. It's easy to sew for all sewing levels.
Happy Sewing!
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