Holiday Time Top, Burda 7079 #2

I quickly made this top yesterday, after finishing Assignment #2. (Hooray!)  It's another version of Burda 7079.  My first version can be found here.  

This is the pattern envelope - I used the bodice of dress B as a top pattern - I just added the bottom of top A.
 
For this version, I cut a smaller size - size 36 instead of 38.  This is because for this top I used a much firmer fabric, so in the slightly larger size was going to sit like a box.  The first version was a lot more soft and drapey, so the larger size worked well.  I wouldn't go any smaller - this top has no opening, and if any smaller, I wouldn't be able to pull it on!

I used a cheap furnishing cotton that I purchased from Spotlight.  I frequently check furnishing fabrics "just in case".    It was only AU $4.99 a metre. 

It's a simple quick make - sew back seam, sew shoulders, sew facings, attach facings, attach sleeves (flat), stitch side seams together, hem.

I chose to add a button at the front slit (which was also shortened a little - I'm uncomfortable with very deep front openings). 


I added the button because the fabric has squiggly lines, and doesn't finish symmetrically at the opening - so the button sort of hides that and makes things work.

I'll quickly show you the various views:

Front - lining the pattern up was a challenge!

Side view, which looks quite nice :)


Back view - gorgeously squiffy stripes!

 So that's my little holiday top, because I am in the holiday mood.  Yes, I am on Semester Break , the second assignment has gone:

(P.S.  The total fabric cost was $6.98, so add a bit for thread/interfacing/button so about $10-00)



And so I can catch up on some neglected jobs - and start the next batch of study so it doesn't sneak up on me "undone". (some holiday!)  But I am promising myself a sewing day next week.

In other news, another year has gone, which meant another birthday - and I received this lovely gift:


Fabric Sewing Guide, by Claire Shaeffer.  I've heard it is an excellent book, and it really is quite comprehensive - I think every fabric known is in there.  Some nice evening reading coming up!

Take care everyone, I'm off to do the rounds of your blogs next...

Sarah Liz :)





Comments

  1. JudithAugust 24, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    Those stripes are brilliant ~ just that little bit different which adds nicely to your top ... enjoy your break ... J

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  2. UnknownAugust 24, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    Great quick make the squiggly lines add fun and interest

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  3. BeverlyAugust 24, 2014 at 10:15 PM

    Cute top!

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  4. Linda LAugust 24, 2014 at 10:53 PM

    That is a cute top!

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  5. UnknownAugust 24, 2014 at 11:00 PM

    Lovely top -- I would never have guessed it was furnishing fabric. Sometimes when you are busy, quick little sewing projects have the best reward. Happy belated...

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comAugust 26, 2014 at 3:14 PM

      Thank you - and yes, a little bit of instant sewing gratification is just right sometimes :)

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  6. Sam August 25, 2014 at 12:28 AM

    You've done a lovely job with the pattern matching down the front Sarah Liz. Happy belated birthday to you x

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  7. MaryAugust 25, 2014 at 2:01 AM

    I adore this top on you...this little ensemble would also look cute with boots.

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comAugust 26, 2014 at 3:15 PM

      Thank you Mary - and what a great idea, a little winter top might also be made :)

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  8. AndreaAugust 25, 2014 at 2:55 AM

    Happy Birthday, Sarah Liz! Cute stripes!

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  9. LovenickyAugust 25, 2014 at 4:36 AM

    This top looks so good on you. I can see why you have gone back to the same pattern again and again. It's simple yet elegant looking. Bravo!

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comAugust 26, 2014 at 3:16 PM

      Thank you - and yes, a good pattern for me - there will be more :)

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  10. Dk's WifeAugust 25, 2014 at 7:49 AM

    Love the top and the fabric. Gardening is winding down so hopefully I will be able to sew more.

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comAugust 26, 2014 at 3:16 PM

      Thank you - yes, you would have been busy during summer :)

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  11. Sew Blessed Maw [Judy]August 25, 2014 at 12:53 PM

    Love this top.. The squiggly fabric is just perfect for that pattern..Looks pretty on you too.
    Happy Birthday and what a lovely gift. I too, heard it is a good book..Know you will enjoy it.

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  12. LisaAugust 25, 2014 at 11:04 PM

    Happy Birthday Sarah Liz!!!!! The top looks fantastic! Love the squiggly lines with the punch of blue. I like the way you've got the white centered down the front and the button looks almost like a necklace accent. This is a fantastic pattern and you wear it well. Enjoy your new book and holiday!!!

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comAugust 26, 2014 at 3:17 PM

      Thank you Lisa - yes, I thought the button was a good replacement for a necklace as well :)

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  13. RozAugust 25, 2014 at 11:23 PM

    What a great pattern this is for you! And another great choice of fabric. Happy Birthday and many more!!

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  14. NannaAugust 26, 2014 at 2:51 AM

    great job on lining up all those line, it turned out great! enjoy your break!
    Helen

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  15. BeaJayAugust 26, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    Happy belated birthday to you!! Love that top. The stripes are funky and it looks great on you.

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comAugust 26, 2014 at 3:19 PM

      Thank you BeaJay - we all need a bit of funk in our wardrobes (instead of being in a funk!).

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  16. SharonAugust 26, 2014 at 3:35 PM

    Hope you had a wonderful birthday! Lovely top, I really like the squiggly lines and it looks great.

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  17. The Sewing CPAAugust 30, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    What a very lovely top, Liz.

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