Remember the three tshirts transformed into two baby dresses from last week? Before I chopped up the tshirts I had a thought about creating myself a top too.
I started by comparing the navy long-sleeved top with a knit top which fits me well. I used this as a rough pattern. The idea to utilize the upper part of the top plus sleeves, saving the bottom part of the tshirt for the dresses.
It was clear I needed to refit the sleeves as the shoulders were just too big.
I laid out my pattern pieces, feeling quite excited about how the top was coming together.
The knit fabric was kindly given to me – I love the pattern.
But as I sewed it up I was a little disappointed with how the top hung. So I moved the seam between the two fabrics higher and shortened the overall length of the top.
The end result? To be honest it feels like a maternity top (and I have no need for one of those!!).
I’m not sure if it is the hang of the knit fabric? whether it is too full? The overall make? Any suggestions gratefully received – I love how I continue to learn as I sew:)
So clever how you’ve made the shoulders narrower! I love the fabric you chose for the bottom, it really goes well with the top half 🙂
I do love how sewing with upcycled materials means it really doesn’t matter if it goes wrong, you can just have a go! I would never chop into sleeves on a brand new top!!
A wonderful idea and so pretty
It is pretty fabric:)
Looks fantastic – well done Vicky; you’re on a roll!
Thanks Rachelle:)
I love the way the pattern and top colour look together. I can’t offer any advice because I’m not very good yet with my sewing machine.
Thanks Vicky, I suspect if my daughter sees it I will have a few comments that I should have made her a skirt!!
You are so clever and brave with your refashioned garments.
Would darts in the front from bottom to seam help?
ooh, thats an idea.
I don’t think it looks maternity. But if you think the bottom feels to full, maybe you can take it in on the side a bit to give the waist more shape.
Have to admit I am now wondering if it would hang better if I pressed the hem!!
I think that is the way to go, plus a good press:)!
I really love the final look of the top, I don’t think it looks maternity at all but maybe you’re just used to wearing more fitted clothes? I find it amazing how you can chop it all up and put it back together again! X
Thanks for your kind comments:)
I don’t think it looks maternity, but I must admit that I liked the longer version. I love the way you mix, match and restyle. 🙂
I would make or add ties to the sides and then it would cinch in at the waist if you tied it at the back.