Tessuti Lola tee
The Tessuti Lola tee is rapidly gaining momentum in the sewing blogosphere. After seeing Anna’s and Rachel’s versions, I could no longer resist. What I did just type a post or two back about not getting caught up in the latest sewing crazes? Ahem, let’s move on….
This was intended as a wearable muslin, and was made from scrap fabric left over from this dress. I used size Medium throughout. Following Anna’s lead, I shortened the tee by three inches. Otherwise, it is made as per the pattern and the instructions. Well, pretty much.
As Clare asked when she was taking the photos, “why is there a seam down the centre back”? The answer to that is easy – it was made from scraps, and piecing the back was the only way I had enough fabric. I think it looks okay though!
Hmmm, what sort of tree is that? Now, I have quite a few t-shirt patterns that I really like, but the Lola tee has already become one of my favourites. I love the scoop neckline. I love the short sleeves. And I really love the way that it flares gently from below the bust to skim over my spare tyres. I also love that it is another candidate for Jungle January!
In terms of construction details, it was assembled entirely on the overlocker. I used a twin needle on my machine to secure the hems of the body and the sleeves, and also twin needled around the neck band (one needle on the band and the other on the body of the t-shirt. I now have four go-to t-shirt patterns – the SBCC tonic t-shirt, which is a great fitted tee; the Renfrew, marvellous for a looser overall fit with a bottom band; the Crafty Mamas Lovely Layers top, which has a beautiful round neckline and great shoulder chest fit, with significant flare from below the bust; and the Lola, which is mostly fitted but has that gentle flare around the body.
I actually sewed four items yesterday (three of them very simple). The mojo is back!
I’m sure the pattern is fantastic but I love that you used those scraps to make it! They really make the tee awesome!
Isn’t it great to have the mojo flow. Love your top and the fabric is gorgeous.
This pattern looks great. I love good basics! You’ve made it very nice and the green fabric is very becoming to you. Scrap is so inspiring 😉
Wha a great sumemr top! And this sunny weather …. I want SUMMER!
I am making very often the seam at the back. In this way I can make a top using 60 cm fabric (150 cm wide) – with long sleeves even.
This top looks fantastic on you Lara and I am impressed with your sewing now the mojo is back (as is mine). Another pattern to add to my wish list!
I have been so tempted by that pattern, but am trying to hold strong as I have plenty of tee shirt patterns in my ottobre mags that I know will fit well… but the pull of may be too strong!
I just downloaded the Zoe top but now you’ve made me want to go back and download this one, LOL. It’s very cute. Love the fabric as well!
I love the fabric you have chosen and it really suits you. This tee pattern is my new favourite.
Glad to hear the mojo is flowing. Love that top, definitely time I bought the pattern and got on the bandwagon.
I thought that your blog post about not getting wound up with the latest pattern was excellent advice and decided to take it to heart. Now I am about to do what you have done and download this Lola. Your Lola looks great on you and a wonderful fit. I too need a little flare in the body area,
Love this! As I was reading I was thinking “but I have the renfrew…” but at the end I see you do too and you now have a couple of tee patterns. Maybe I need this one too…
Fab fabric. And there’s nothing wrong with centre seams down the back of a top. They’re properly called design features, aren’t they? I do not need this pattern. I do not need this pattern. I really do not!
Oh, that’s lovely! This time of year (northern hemisphere, winter) I find myself irresistibly attracted to green.