New Look 6705 again
I have made this top before, but this time I used some lovely Libery tana lawn that had been given to me by a very good friend (any friend who gives away Liberty fabrics must be a very good friend indeed).
Stella wasn’t going to leave me alone to have this one photographed! When I made this almost a year ago I was a little trimmer, but it is a very forgiving fit. I am actually quite a fan of “maternity-esque” styles that are loose around the waist and tummy, because those are my problem areas. I don’t care if people wonder if there is more to my tummy (there isn’t – it’s just fat), I find them much more comfortable than more fitted styles. That said, if tops are too loose they make me look much bigger than I am, so there is definitely a happy middle ground.
Those centre tucks are a nice design detail and provide plenty of ease for the boobs. The bias binding armhole finish is simple and keeps the edges looking nice and clean.
I think that it looks better on me than on the hanger.
That’s perfect. I love that style of neckline.
I missed the first top but both are really wonderful tops. I had to look at the pattern…*sigh* New Look the bain of plus size sewists everywhere! *LOL* But I’m loving both looks on you!
love that material and the top is great especially when summer comes around.
It is very flattering on you. The fabric is lovely, too.
What a great top Lara, my problem would be the arms!! Love the liberty, wow wish I had a friend like that.
The liberty is beautiful Lara.
Maybe this year will be the year I actually sew a proper garment…and wear it.
You’re inspiring me to have a go at making my own clothes!
~Holly
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I think you look great in it. LIberty is just gorgeous.
Such gorgeous fabric! It must feel really lovely to wear. And I agree, it looks way better on you than the hanger – gorgeous in fact!!
I think you look great. Your topstitching is so straight and neat. Do you use an attachment or wing it?
Its very pretty – perfect for this summery weather. I am suffering from a bit of Liberty-envy looking at the fabric though. What a kind friend!
Lovely!
I like the shape a lot. Very nice.
Lara
You looked great in it Last Saturday, I may have to go find the pattern!!!
If your friend needs another friend to pass liberty onto, I am more than happy to make coffee!!!he he
I have the same problem area- tummy and waist, this sure is a pattern for me too. Saw the one you sewed last time, the different fabrics really give different feelings, this pattern is really worth sewing.
It looks great. I’ve always wanted to make a top in that style. I too have a tummy problem. I plan to fix it by crafting up a baby. I don’t advise that to anyone else ; ) I love the colour. It would be nice in a knit too and perhaps with an elastic waist band?
what a lovely friend, and I’m sure she’d be chuffed to see it transformed into something so lovely! I’m picturing it worn with drawstring white linen pants on a really hot day. the fit is good, don’t worry about that!
This looks very similar to a Simplicity pattern I have. I like the back of the neckline better on this one, though–and such lovely fabric.