... I've decided to just put this aside.
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Should have left this pattern in the store. I made a fourth attempt that included making a muslin of the bodice of the top; and was still unable to get both side of the collar band equal in size. I'll just have to pick this technique back up at a later date. Moving on....
I made this
Vogue 1282 Donna Karan seriously draped top
last summer in black matte jersey. Loved it and still do. I wanted another one, this time in a lighter color. So the when the McCall's top didn't work out for me I decided to go on with something I knew and loved. I think this fabric is some sort of ITY knit, at least that's what it feels like. I picked it up yesterday at Hancock's for 30% off, and then got to use a 10% off total purchase coupon - which made the trip even sweeter. The top is very simple to construct, and gives me just the look and fit that I wanted right now. I'm planning on wearing it with my white jeans...holla.
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Happy Fourth of July everyone, enjoy the holiday weekend!!!
When I have something that gives me that much trouble I toss it. By 4 attempts I don't even want it anymore .....
ReplyDeleteI'm about to feel that way too Eileen, but I know that I'll revist that collar/band issue sometime later.
Deleteyeah, I agree...after 4 tries, the universe is definitely saying...Move On! That icey blue top is pretty.
ReplyDeleteYes, I'm loving the icey blue.
DeleteI have to agree with others, 4 attempts are enough to call it quits. Life and time is too short to keep working on a pattern that gives one grief. I like your new top, color is very nice.
ReplyDeleteThe collar band thing is what has me stumped. I'll revisit later on.
DeleteChuck it.
ReplyDeleteLove that teal top!
Yep, and Thanks!
DeleteYes, I agree it's time to move on... I love, love the blue top; should have picked this pattern up when I was in Jo-Ann's earlier...
ReplyDeleteI just love this drapey top Candice. Didn't think I would at first, but the fit is fantastic.
DeleteFour attempts, wow, good for you for moving on. Your new top looks great. Did you wear it with white jeans and something red to celebrate?
ReplyDeleteHaven't worn it yet Alexandera, it'll be my Monday morning outfit.
DeleteNice teal top.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Kay!
DeleteI would have done the same thing ditch that first top. Love the teal top and will look smashing with the white jeans. Don't forget to post pics.
ReplyDeleteJust LOVE your new top, the color is perfect and I'm a sucker for all things draped!
ReplyDeleteDon't feel bad about McCall's 6925, sometimes patterns simply don't work for us.
Hugs from Portugal!
Sometimes even the most perfectionist of seers needs to admit defeat. Moving on produced a fabulous top.
ReplyDeleteThat was supposed to say sewers
ReplyDeleteI agree with the others, 4 attempts is enough.. Time to move on..
ReplyDeleteLove your teal top..
Faye, I love your top! I bet it looks lovely on you too! Could you post a photo of you in it? Also, I love the McCalls top pattern and plan on giving that one a try. Hopefuly, there's a sale on McCalls patterns soon!
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