Christmas Top, New Look 6273.
As the fabric is quite ornate, and I did not want to spoil the floral montage, I chose a very simple pattern. New Look 6273, which has a simple, unfitted shell top. It has side seams, a back seam with button closure, 5/8 inch hem at bottom (turned in and then turned again), and it is supposed to have binding at the neck and sleeve hems. I used binding at the sleeve hems, but cut a facing for the neckline, as I think a facing adds more stability and does not stretch.
The size I used was 14. I hummed and hahhed about this, because this gave a finished measurement at the bust of 40 inches. My bust is 34 inches, but as the top does not have darts, I thought this would work, because I hate tightness over the bust. I used size 10 neck as I find necks are often too big. As it was, I needed to add 6/8 inch at the back and shoulder edge of the top. I kept the neckline centre front at the same depth as the pattern. And yes, I did do a rough muslin out of one of DH's old shirts to test the fit.
The fabric I used was a poly-cotton voile purchased from Spotlight. It isn't very drapey, due, I guess, to the polyester content, but it is a really pretty print.
There isn't really much to say about this top - simple construction and simple to wear:
And you can see why I needed the ease - always test a garment is okay to move and bend in before you decide to remove ease:
Although the back looks roomy, as we have proven, this ease is needed. I also have an inverted triangle shape with a reasonable wide back for my size - you can see the inverted V that goes down from shoulders to a small hip width:
That's it for New Look 6273, my Christmas 2015 top. I have needed a floral top, for those sort of floral occasions for ages, and now I can tick that off the list.
Back soon with the remains of my 2015 sewing - I have a few garments still to post.
Sarah Liz
This is gorgeous and a perfect pattern to showcase the beautiful print. I'm also loving the bigger photos Sarah Liz!
ReplyDeleteThank you -and I'll keep doing the larger photos if that is what looks better. Was a bit shy about myself...
DeleteA lovely top, it really suits you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mandy -there will be more!
DeleteWhat pretty fabric! I recently made this top & agree it runs a little small.
ReplyDeleteThank you - often New Look runs large, but it always pays to check.
DeleteReally pretty. I meant to make a top for Xmas but time got away from me. Still had a great day though.
ReplyDeleteThank you Louise. Time has a habit of doing that :)
DeleteA lovely top and very pretty fabric!
ReplyDeleteThank you Marianne.
DeleteWhat lovely fabric. Pattern really is just right for it.
ReplyDeleteThank you Catherine :)
DeletePlease forgive if this is a double post of my comment. I am just getting back into sewing after many, many years of not taking a stitch!This is probably a stupid question, but what is an "ease"?
ReplyDeleteEase is the amount of extra measurement in a garment over and above the body measurements. This is needed so you can move. That is ease. There is also design ease, added for the style of the garment.
DeleteBy the way, it is a lovely top!
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ReplyDeleteSometimes the simplest turns out to be the most elegance, which is the case here. Glad to hear
ReplyDeleteyou had a wonderful Christmas.
Thank you Diane - I hope you had a great Xmas too.
DeleteLovely top; I love the pattern which is so flattering to you. Interesting about the ease; 6 inches seems like a lot but as you say is needed.
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne - yes, it does seem a lot, but I am a very active person and really do bend over and do things - so I like lots of ease in a woven. Saves popping a seam.
DeleteLovely top; I love the pattern which is so flattering to you. Interesting about the ease; 6 inches seems like a lot but as you say is needed.
ReplyDeleteIt really looks lovely, nice to see you in florals:-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Louise :)
DeleteIt really looks lovely, nice to see you in florals:-)
ReplyDeleteLove your floral top..Looks lovely on you.. Proud you and hubby had a good Christmas..Sending prayers for a very Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteThank you Judy - and sending you wishes for a Happy New Year.
DeleteLove the ease of fit and the print.
ReplyDeleteThank you Faye :)
DeleteA VERY pretty print, and it does look so comfy!
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda.
DeleteI love this top, and the fabric makes it so floaty and feminine.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mary - yes, a feminine top is a must in the wardrobe, even if everyday life dictates more practical attire :)
DeleteI love to see you wearing colour and patterned fabrics Sarah Liz and this top is exactly why. beautiful! And you suit it so well :) x
ReplyDeleteThank you Dawn - yes, I must put more colour in my wardrobe, but I am also a believer in lots of basic neutrals as the backbone.
DeleteEverybody loves this fabric, and I'm no exception. I'd wear it to a wedding! As ever, it is beautifully made too, Sarah Liz.
ReplyDeleteThank you Patricia - I agree, and yes, it would make a beautiful dress for a wedding guest, even a bridesmaid or mother.
DeletePretty top. The floral suits you so well. Would love to see you in more florals.
ReplyDeleteThank you - finding a nice grown up floral in colours that look okay on me is a challenge, but when I find them, I snap them up.
DeleteLove this top and love the floral fabric on you! It is so lovely! Perfect! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa - it is perfect, I agree :)
DeleteIt's a very pretty top, the print is really nice. I agree, it suits you beautifully :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, I love it too :)
DeleteLovely Christmas top, the colours look lovely on you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sharon.
DeleteYour floral top looks breezy and very feminine. Great job! I like these types of flowy top. One can dress them up and down - very versatile.
ReplyDeleteThank you, and I agree :)
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