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Butterick 3124 view C

Meh.  Don’t like it.  Doesn’t fit properly. 

Butterick 3124 is a Sandra Betzina “Today’s Fit” pattern, which means that it has different sizing to the usual.  I made a size “D”, which corresponded perfectly to my bust and waist measurements.  But sadly, it doesn’t fit me.  You can get a better idea when I’ve got my hands on my hips.

I just look big and matronly.  It’s too short – I did my usual petite adjustments to the body and sleeve length, and shouldn’t have.  The bust darts are too low, the shoulders are too wide, and overall it’s not a success.

Before I saw these photos I thought I might get away with it – now I think no way.

The mesh wasn’t too difficult to sew, and I still have loads left.  I’m going to make another top in a more traditional t-shirt shape without any bust darts – there is lots of stretch in this fabric, so it should be okay.  This one is going to the op shop.