Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Tops, Tops, Tops, and more Tops!

When I find a pattern I love, boy do I make use of it.  I absolutely love McCall's 6752.  Every variation, this would be my third and I have another cut out and ready to be sewn up.   Not sure where I got the fabric, its a couple of years old. It is a very soft Jersey knit with a little shine to it. 

 
 
This top actually took me a little longer than it should have.  I have such a time hemming knits and I took out the hem about 3 times.  I even nicked it a couple of times and had to use some stitchery witchery to fix it.  But all in all I am pleased, and I got several compliments when I wore it to the office.  
 

 
With each garment I complete, my confidence level grows.  I am so excited about moving on to the next.
 
Happy Creating!

15 comments :

  1. The top does look nice Melanie - just enough drap to flatter but not enough to flop and droop. Colour is gorgeous on you as well :)

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  2. Nice top. Great to hear your confidence is growing. I know what you mean. Putting that zip in that gathering is certainly a stretch.

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  3. The pattern loves you as well. Looks fabulous and your front door is to die for :)

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  4. You should be excited Melanie, Darling! You look fab in your hand sewn garments!

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  5. Yeah...you rockin' it! Nothing like those confidence boosters to get you in your groove. You've got great taste in your top selections. Very inspiring! Work it Melanie Dahling!

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  6. Loving this...the color and fit are great! I may look into this one as well. I'm beginning to love making tops. I forgot how much they expand the wardrobe! thanks for sharing! Vita

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    1. vita, thanks so much. I'm a top junky because your right tops can really expand your wardrobe.

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  7. I LOVE this top on you. The colour, the stripes, the pattern all suit you. Bravo!!!

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