The last five tops I made were all from stretch fabrics – so it was time to get back into my comfort zone and whip something up in a woven.

The fabric is a cotton voile remnant from Spotlight.  I made view E, the sleeveless round neck version, because I didn’t have much fabric!

After checking the finished bust measurements and amount of ease (plenty!) indicated on the pattern, I made this as a straight size 10, hoping that then it would fit nicely around the upper chest and shoulder.  I eliminated the back tie – I never use them, so never include them when sewing for myself.  I crossed my fingers, sewed it all up and hoped that it would fit well.

Sorry about the photo of my armpit – no-one much over the height of one metre was available to take a photo for me.  This fits perfectly!  Loose enough to be comfy, yet not massive, no gaping armholes, and the neckline is just right.  I’ll definitely use this pattern again!