styleARC Polly
Another garment that was finished a few weeks ago was the StyleARC Polly top. I’ve spotted a very similar Burda pattern on a few sewing blogs lately. There is an inverted pleat and a box pleat in the centre front that folds over a gathered section to form the neckline detail.
The fabric is from Spotlight, and is slightly sheer. Because of that, I cut the entire top double. I did think carefully about the best way to cut each piece. In the end I cut the sleeves with the hemline on the fold, so that they are self-lined. I cut the back with the hem on the fold as well. Cutting with the hem on the fold didn’t work for the front piece, because the front hemline is curved, so I just cut it twice then treated the two pieces as one when assembling. I sewed up the side seams before inserting the sleeves in the round, which has meant that the sleeves only have exposed seams around the armhole.
I made size 12, without any alterations, and am quite happy with the fit. I’ll definitely use this pattern again – I’d like to try it in something a bit stretchier and drapier.
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On another note, my dear friend Anne died peacefully this morning. I met Anne through my book group well over ten years ago, and I am going to miss so much about her. Her intelligence, her wit, her breadth of knowledge, her thoughtfulness, her insight, and her laughter. The world is a better place because Anne has been part of it.
Farewell my friend.
I’m sorry for your loss Lara, she sounds like a wonderful friend.
All your Style Arc patterns look wonderful – I think you’ve persuaded me to give them a try.
I really like your Polly. It’s a great fit and very flattering. I made a Ali Skirt last night and a Alexa top today. Still in my PJs (the girls in the house are having a PJ day) so photos will have to wait. It’s nice that you shared Anne’s death with us. Big hugs.
I am sorry to hear about your friend.
Your top is a fantastic fit. I saw the burda one as well and it is on my loooong list of wants!
I love your top – the fabric is great.
I am so sorry to hear of your friend. She looks so young. She lives on in your heart and your mind.
Sorry to hear about your friend … she looks vivacious
The top looks great
So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. What a lovely tribute you wrote. God bless.
You top looks great – I’m interested in how the neckline was constructed so read on.
My thoughts are with you and the family of your friend.
So sad about your friend Lara – what lovely words and how nice to see her wearing a necklace you made her.
Love the top – I have a Style Arc one similar – (perhaps Pia) the front pleats look great.
I am so sorry for your loss – what a great and vivid photo of your friend.
You look great in the new top, I think it is a very flattering pattern for your figure and I really like the fabric.