...after seeing my sewing friend Cecil wear this top on one of our
JoAnn's pattern buying meetups, I decided that I needed to make one too.
I
actually cut out View B several weeks ago but then became heavily
involved with my Mother's cape, so I just had to set it aside for a
bit. I rarely cut two projects at once. It's one of my methods of
preventing the possibility of UFO's in my sewing room. Secondly, I
ALMOST ALWAYS complete a project before starting another one. I just
don't need any UFO's flying around in here. I have far too many
distractions already than to add that to the list.
This
Marcy Tilton pattern was made as a wearable muslin to allow me a chance
to check the fit. The fabric is a self lined waffle knit gifted by my
Alabama friend
Brenda of Ms._bstyle.
(NOTE: If you want some real sewing inspiration check Brenda out on Instagram.)
The tunic is long and gives ample coverage back and front for wearing
with leggings. It is wearable, but I will need to make a tiny adjustment
in the shoulder area
when if I make the pattern again...
I totally agree with your UFO philosophy. One project at a time! I find by doing that I actually am more productive and the sewjo doesn't get sidetracked by guilt. It's happier sewing, IMO.
ReplyDeleteHope this top works out for you. I like it and can see a lot of these being made once you have it tweaked.
I'll probably use a lighter weight knit the next time I make it Bunny.
DeleteI must've missed this top somehow, Love it!! I need to adopt your UFO philosophy also, mine are having wrecks! 😂
ReplyDeleteThere are so many that I miss and have to go back to purchase. Guess that's why I have far to many of them.
DeleteIt looks great! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you Summer!
DeleteI have this pattern and haven't made it up yet. I like this textured fabric for it. It looks like it has more body than the rayon knits it's shown in. Are you going to make any fit changes?
ReplyDeleteNancy I have a thousand patterns that I haven't made up yet hahaha! Yes, I'll go a size through the neck and bust area.
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ReplyDeleteThat's a cool knit. A lady in my sewing group was making this pattern on Saturday, and it seems like this style is everywhere. What a great top for leggings and boots this time of year!
ReplyDeleteI'm with you on not wanting to have UFOs. They're a huge mental weight on me. I'm happy to say that my longest standing UFO of recent memory--my husband's windproof fleece jacket is finally done!
Thank you and congrats on finishing the jacket!
DeleteWhat a beautiful knit fabric! Your top turned out very beautiful. I love the color, too.
ReplyDeleteVery nice top!
ReplyDeleteThank you Regina!
DeleteI love this pattern! It reminds me of the shirt I am working on now, except for the neckline. I also agree with your philosophy of doing one project at a time. I am trying to finish up some UFOs right now, lol! I tend to get easily distracted!
ReplyDeleteI wish you all the best in finishing up your UFO's Vanessa!
DeleteLove this top. It is just right to wear with leggings as you have suggested. I agree with your UFO philosophy - one project at a time!
ReplyDeleteThank you Tomasa!
DeleteSometimes I buy way too much of a fabric I love, and then cut 2 or 3 things from it, all at once. But then I have to finish them all before I'm permitted to play with more fabric. Those are the rules, because I, too, don't want UFOs flying around my house. That top looks like an easy and quick break from your mother's cape; too bad you don't really love it. Maybe with that shoulder alteration, and in a different fabric?
ReplyDeleteYes, I think a different fabric will do the trick with this pattern Marjie.
DeleteThis is a gorgeous top Ms. Faye! Can you believe for the first time I have a few UFO's in my sewing room (that's a first!). My recent vacation, sickness and the challenge prevented me from completing a couple of things I started before vacation. You know me though, I'll get to them shortly!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Myra you made an enormous number of garments before your vacation - I was truly amazed!
DeleteNice looking top Linda! As you well know, I need to adopt a more strict regiment for completing sewing projects too. Very glad that I helped inspire this project! And congrats on completing your Mom's cape.
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Thank you for being an inspiration Cecil!
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