Saturday, January 25, 2014

Renfrew 2 Complete and worn

I decided that I wanted to wear my new Renfrew Top, version 2 today.  I got my DH to take photos after we got home from having dinner and shopping.  I used a photo editing feature to highlight the photos to showcase the bright colors of the fabric.

I really like this version of the top.  The fabric is a soft but slightly heavier knit than the knit I used for the first version I made about two years ago. 
This was the first version; I used a lightweight metallic knit from Mood.  I love this knit, not scratchy as previous metallic knits I acquired in the past.  It was also a little see through and I wear a camisole or tank top under neath normally.

This new version is from a knit I acquired in 2013 from EOS.  I am liking this pattern so much that I am getting ready to cut out a knit fabric I acquired from Waechters Fine Fabrics in Asheville, NC in 2011. 


It is interesting how each version has a different look depending on knit fabric chosen.  This gray fabric is textured.

More updates later.

25 comments:

  1. Your tops are lovely. The newest one is gorgeous. I love that bright fabric.

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  2. Really like it! Great fit and colors I love!

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    1. Thanks, Linda. I don't normally do jewel tones much but I really liked this fabric.

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  3. Yikes, another pattern to add to the ever-growing list! I've seen both your and Kyle's version of this top and now I want one! I love the color in your first top.

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    1. Thank you! I really like the fit of this pattern.

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  4. I agree with you on multiples when they work!

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    1. I don't do multiples a lot but I really think I need to rethink that some more.

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  5. I love this top! Stunning. and the colors are fabulous for a cold and wretched winter, no? g

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    1. It has been horribly cold here in VA. It is drab in the winter that I thought something colorful was in order.

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  6. I really like that fabric and you look beautiful wearing it. Looks like I might have to try that pattern.

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  7. That top suits you so nicely - it really is stunning, but it doesn't overwhelm you. It's very pretty :)

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  8. Love your new top! The print is very pretty and Sarah is right, it doesn't overwhelm you! A winner!

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    1. Thanks Tany! As I get older and grayer, I feel washed out and thought bright colors would be nice.

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  9. Its nice to be able to keep using the same pattern. Quick sewing!

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  10. Great looking top.The colors of the print are perfect for you.

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  11. I like both tops, they really show off your pretty hair:)

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