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 :)
Those stripes are brilliant ~ just that little bit different which adds nicely to your top ... enjoy your break ... J
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DeleteGreat quick make the squiggly lines add fun and interest
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DeleteCute top!
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DeleteThat is a cute top!
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DeleteLovely 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...
ReplyDeleteThank you - and yes, a little bit of instant sewing gratification is just right sometimes :)
DeleteYou've done a lovely job with the pattern matching down the front Sarah Liz. Happy belated birthday to you x
ReplyDeleteThank you Sam :)
DeleteI adore this top on you...this little ensemble would also look cute with boots.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mary - and what a great idea, a little winter top might also be made :)
DeleteHappy Birthday, Sarah Liz! Cute stripes!
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DeleteThis 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!
ReplyDeleteThank you - and yes, a good pattern for me - there will be more :)
DeleteLove the top and the fabric. Gardening is winding down so hopefully I will be able to sew more.
ReplyDeleteThank you - yes, you would have been busy during summer :)
DeleteLove this top.. The squiggly fabric is just perfect for that pattern..Looks pretty on you too.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday and what a lovely gift. I too, heard it is a good book..Know you will enjoy it.
Thank you Judy :)
DeleteHappy 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!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa - yes, I thought the button was a good replacement for a necklace as well :)
DeleteWhat a great pattern this is for you! And another great choice of fabric. Happy Birthday and many more!!
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Deletegreat job on lining up all those line, it turned out great! enjoy your break!
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Thank you :)
DeleteHappy belated birthday to you!! Love that top. The stripes are funky and it looks great on you.
ReplyDeleteThank you BeaJay - we all need a bit of funk in our wardrobes (instead of being in a funk!).
DeleteHope you had a wonderful birthday! Lovely top, I really like the squiggly lines and it looks great.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sharon :)
DeleteWhat a very lovely top, Liz.
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