Monday, April 01, 2013

V9771

This is my second top for the 2013 Top Sew Along, I still need to hem the bodice and tack down the back facing.  I made my first version in November 2012 with great success and this version fits as well as the first one.  I am letting this hang a little longer so if the bias wants to grow, it can before I do the final hemming.


I really like the drape at the neckline.  

This fabric is from Fabric Mart.

My next top is a peplum style top using this snake skin faux leather from Mood.  

I cut a small sample and wet it do see if it shrinks and how it holds up while it is wet and how it feels when it dries.  It did not shrink and felt basically the same before wetting it.  The backing on this one feels somewhat like a knit.  

I am in the process of preparing the pattern for pin fitting and probably consider making a test garment or muslin first before cutting into this fabric.

Tomorrow is back to work for me.  I thoroughly enjoyed my time off sewing and making more sewing plans.

17 comments:

  1. It's lovely Linda. I just pulled some cowl neck patterns yesterday. Gonna see what I can get made up. Let me know when you are ready for me to post your picture o.k.

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    1. Thanks. I will try to post one of me wearing and send to soon.

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  2. Love your top. And that snake skin is gorgeous.

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  3. Hello Linda, a lovely classic top. The snakeskin is going to be quite on trend.

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    1. Thank you! We will see how the snake skin turns out!

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  4. You can never go wrong with graphic black and white. Great top!

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    1. I wear so much black that I can never have too many black and white tops.

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  5. Black/white combo is always good. That top with white skirt or pants==stunning!

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  6. That's a super top. You look thin, and I mean that as a compliment.

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  8. Do you have any remnants of the snakeskin fabric? Tried to buy from Mood and it is no longer carried.

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    1. Just found your reply. I will check and see what I might have and will get back to you.

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    1. I do have some fabric left. I will be glad to send it to you.

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    2. Where may I send my mailing information to? And what do I owe you? Thank you!
      Tara

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  10. Yay! What is your email, and I'll send you my address. And Thank you!!!

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