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ESSENTIAL TOPS SAL UPDATE
64 TOPS COMPLETED AND POSTED
4 DAYS TO GO
NEW END DATE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10TH
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Don't forget to take a peek at the completed tops page. New tops are being added everyday! I was able to finish two simple ones myself.
Several weeks ago I started craving some simple tank top additions after being inspired by another blogger's use of Simplicity 2599. I even rushed out to buy some brightly colored drapey fabrics that I thought would work well in making tanks. (blogged about here) I finally got around to making two of them, but decided to switch patterns. I'd used McCall's 5977 several years ago and felt it would be a better fit for me now.
- how to adjust the shoulder seam for a better armhole fit
- how to adjust center front to eliminate gaping at the neckline
- how to insert a tiny self-binding at the neckline that is more like upscale RTW
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| This tank in the closest thing I could find to Pantone's African Violet spring color. Not sure if you can see my tiny neck binding, but I really love the fact that it's so small. Peggy Sagers suggests using a self binding that is no wider than 1", and if I can remember correctly, it does not need to be cut on the bias. My pattern piece for the neck binding was 1 1/2" wide. Using the smaller width gave me the finished look that I am really pleased with. She also suggests that the binding begin and end at the left shoulder as does it does in most RTW garments. |
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| This tank is Army Green, although not a Pantone spring color for this year. But it's one of my favorite colors (for some reason). For this top I did adopt an element from Lula Louise, the rounded baseball style hem. I just think it's cute. I used a dinner plate to get my curve edge and it worked out just right. |
- adding a tiny pocket
- rotating the bust darts to the bottom hem
- adding side slits
I think you are set for summer with all your beautiful tops:)
ReplyDeleteNow this simple tank top I can really wear - have virtually just lived in this style these past few months. Love these two you have whipped up - have fun playing around with ideas ... J
ReplyDeleteThese tops look great! I'm going to have to try the binding on the neck; it looks quite professional.
ReplyDeleteWonderful tops Faye! And this is such an AWESOME sew-along. I'm mad I didn't find out about it until late. But I've got 3 days so I'll try to squeeze out a top or two! Thanks for getting us motivated. You're the best cheerleader (wink)!
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely additions, Faye...great job!!
ReplyDeleteThe tops look great! I love the purple one!
ReplyDeleteI like your tops! I'm almost done with my top - I'll try to post by tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteI finished my tee !!! It went through the wash (all that wonder tape, you know LOL) and needs a press and a pic.
ReplyDeleteI ambitiously thought about another one before Wednesday - but seriously ? That wouldn't happen :-)
I love your tops, the purple is gorgeous !
Hi Miss Faye. Such a great SAL. Finally I am able to participate. I had THE hardest time trying to send you pics of my top last night...technology UGH. Was wondering if you could just pull it off my blog. I will publish post later on today. Thanks a bunch!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the tanks Faye! (And the tip too) I absolutely love those colors and tanks are definitely a staple for your wardrobe!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could have joined in, but life here has been a huge circus for the past couple of weeks, and isn't letting up. I love tanks, too, and I like your tip about tinier edging. If I can ever get back to my machines (I still have a velour dress waiting, it's been that long), I think a tank will be an early "must try"!
ReplyDeleteI especially like the purple tank. Thank you for extending the deadline. I've got refashioned tops and two full sews to post.
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