Simplicity 2599 was one of Pattern Review’s Top Patterns of 2010.   So I’m a little late to jump on this bandwagon, but I can see why it was/is so popular.

I made view F, with a ruffle around the neckline and bow to trim. I didn’t realise until I saw these photos that the weight of the bow pulls the neckline over to one side – I’ll remedy that by attaching some strap keepers to the inside and securing it to my bra straps. There is a neck slit at the centre back, which closes with a self-covered button and rouleau loop. It looks pretty but isn’t really necessary – this top goes on over my head without undoing the button at all.

This is the first time I’ve used a pattern with separate pieces for B, C and D cups – and I’m converted! I made this as a straight size 12 C with no alterations, and I think that it fits me beautifully. The fabric is a stretch satin from Darn Cheap Fabrics – I used every last scrap of the leftovers from this top. Rather than doing a narrow hem around the ruffle edges I used my overlocker to do a rolled hem – quick, neat, effective.

This pattern also has a short sleeve option and a few different ruffle treatments for the front. I think I’ll give it another go! I have a Pattern Review for it over here.