The tunic is designed for a two-way stretch fabric. The black and white polka dot cotton/lycra knit I choose only had stretch one way. No problem with the fit, but the cowl doesn't drape as gracefully as it would with a softer knit.
The contrast hem and wrist bands were quite by accident but I'm really pleased with the extra pop it gives to the top. I didn't have enough fabric for the long sleeve version (which I needed if I wanted to wear this anytime before April!). Since I had colorblocking on my mind as I had just finished sewing Vogue 8817 I pulled out some knit scraps and added the cuffs. To balance the color I added a contrast band at the tunic hem.
Just two small fitting alterations were made to the pattern - a small forward shoulder and sway back adjustment. I used the pattern piece for the dee cup and was pleased that no other alterations were needed in the bust area.
I'm not usually one to sew patterns multiple times, but I'm making an exception this time.
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Really like this on you, great job on the trim.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lori. I like it when a "challenge" (not enough fabric) turns into a design details.
DeleteSo smart looking.
ReplyDeleteThank you Martha.
DeleteThis is charming. Seriously charming. Did you wear that to your new job today? How was that? Hope everything went well. g
ReplyDeleteAw thanks G! No, didn't wear to the new job. New job is professional attire (just like my previous job) and first week went well.
DeleteLooks cute. I like the contrast.
ReplyDeleteThanks Vicki.
DeleteThat's so cute. I like the contrasting trim. Nice touch.
ReplyDeleteThanks Gwen! I think the contrast really helped kick it up a notch.
DeleteVery nice casual look! Great for dress down day at work too!
ReplyDeleteThanks - yes, it could work for a dress down day at work. Always nice to have that option!
DeleteI really like the contrast bands, it totally makes it. I'm pretty sure I have this in my pattern stash...
ReplyDeleteYou must pull it out of your stash and sew it - it's a great pattern. Goes together quickly and fits well.
DeleteLove it.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteLove how you added the color blocking! It's a great top!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carolyn!
DeleteThat looks so comfortable and chic!
ReplyDeleteComfy and chic, now that's a combo I like! Thanks!
DeleteI just love that top. I picked up the pattern in December and have it on my "to-do" pile... I need casual at home stuff to wear, too. Love your color blocked version. It really does kick it up a notch!
ReplyDeleteYes, it's perfect for at home wear, although it is so cold here right now that this would not be warm enough, even inside the house. I like to wear it when we go out for a bite to eat at a casual restaurant.
DeleteGreat looking tunic! The pop of color really makes it special.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
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