Simplicity 2599
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.
Hang on a cotton’ pickin’ minute! Does that mean I could make this (most excellent, by the way) top and those separate pattern pieces would negate the need for any Full Bust Adjustment Malarkey? (because I have to tell you, the whole FBA thing has me seriously freaked).
Yes it most certainly does! And most of the pattern companies have MORE patterns in their ranges that have separate pieces for B, C and D cups! Woo hoo!
Love your new top! And I totally understand the cup size pattern love…I’ve used several of these patterns and love them!
I didn’t realise that bust size thing either. This fits you so nicely. I don’t reckon I would ever pick that fabric up, or give it a second look in a shop, but gee I really like it made up.
It looks really good! Losts of people have mentioned that the bust sizing realy does help, So I might just give it a go!
I was just thinking how much I liked the slightly one sided neckline when I read your comment about the bow pulling the neckline down. Here I was thinking it was a design feature you had popped in. Love the fabric and the idea of having a pattern that allows for different bust sizes defiantely appeals.
Wow. Cup sizes. That is awesome news. That is a very cute top. I kind of like the way it pulls to one side, it looks deliberately asymmetrical.
Love it. I’ve just cut my second version of this, but the back on the fold with no spilt.
I too loved the way it sloped to one side I thought it was meant to be like that and I think it looks great. I love the idea of cup sizing too
That’s a stunning top Lara! I think in fact it might be my new favourite make of yours! Will have to investigate this pattern. Well done!
I like this one it looks good one you.
Hi Lara. Love your top. I have a little question: I’ve just made a muslin of this pattern and found that when I sewed the 2 back pieces together up the centre back seam the resulting top back was significantly narrower than the top front. Have checked and double checked and can’t work out what I’ve done wrong. Did you find the back was narrower than the front when sewing them together (seems odd, but perhaps is intended to be that way??) Thanks, Marina 🙂
Hi Marina – I have to admit, I didn’t pay a great deal of attention to that, but I wouldn’t be surprised if that were the case depending on what cup size patterns you were using for the front. I do intend to make this pattern again and I’ll pay more attention! Maybe pull out your paper pattern and do some measurements?
Thanks Lara. Am going to try again on the next size up and see if it happens again…. (N.B. Have read some pattern reviews of people just cutting the back on the fold rather than sewing a centre back seam. If I had done that it would have been roughly the same as the front.)
Hi I love the top and fabric choice. The pattern has been in my stash for a while and I have plans to make it for 2012. Especially now I have an overlocker a rolled hem finish will be super easy. Can you please give me advise regarding the sizing. I’m normally a 10c bra sizing and take a 10 / 12 for a blouse. Do you think I should go with the size 12 of the pattern or with the size 10? According to the pattern I’d be a size 10 but doh I purchased a 12 – 20 size without checking. My hips are more like a size 12 but it looks like there is a bit of ease down the bottom at a size 10 would be best to get the right top fit. I guess I’m wondering what size you are irl to give me an indication of the pattern fit. TIA Susan
Hi there Susan,
I wear an Australian 12 in tops, but usually a 10 in pants (although my waist is more like a 14!). I made the size 12, and was happy with the fit, but there is plenty of ease. It really depends on how loose you like your tops. Since you’ve got the pattern in the size 12 I’d give that a go in a cheaper fabric, and see if you need to take it in or buy the smaller size pattern. You probably won’t need the back opening and could place the back piece on the fold. From what you’ve said I suspect that you will be a 10 in this pattern! Good luck.
Thanks. I had another look at the pattern measurements and measured on the tissue and think that a 12 might be the way to go. Like you suggest, I’ll make it up in a cheaper fabric – I think if anything I’ll have to take the shoulders in. I love your top and I can’t wait to try out this pattern. Cheers, Susan
UPDATE: Have made up the muslin in a size 12 and it was like a sack. I’m downsizing and going for a 10! Thanks for your help Susan