New Look 6705
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!
The top looks fantastic! I love the fabric and the style.
Wow that looks fantastic.
Bingo! Fabulous top.
I think that one is my favourite of all the tops so far- I may even be tempted…….
That’s great, Lara. The perfect top for the warm days headed our way!! Love the fabric print, too.
Looks so good on you. I love it when I find a pattern that suits me- it’s so much easier to make the 2nd or more times around as it’s all cut out just right. Have you the fabric all laid out for the next one like this alreasy? 🙂
I like that. 🙂
oh this looks great, i’ve added this to my list! -kb
That top looks fantastic! Great fabric choice. I have made several of these tops also, and for the last two I used the round yoke for front and back (so I can actually wear it either way!) and I really liked it. Very pretty at the back. Perhaps came up a little too high under the arms but that could be changed for the next ones. Great pattern!