4.27.2011

One Pattern Seven Ways - #1

As previously mentioned (and in celebration with Rae's Spring Top Sewalong) I will be using one pattern - Simplicity 2599 - to make 7 different tops. When I first saw this pattern I knew that it was one of those patterns that is a perfect staple to a collection. Take away the ruffles and roses and it is a simple top that can be transformed in so many ways. I love it when I have tried a pattern and get it exactly how I want it. Once it is there it becomes a great launching point for altering and embellishing to your hearts desire.

So for my first top I made the pattern just as recommended. You could call this my wearable muslin. I made view A without the roses. I used the cheapest fabric I could find - a polyester blend that was $1.29/yd. I wouldn't say that I love the fabric, but I do love the fit. I think that if I style it in the right way it could be pretty cute. I really didn't have to make any alterations - although I would say that I went down a full size according to my measurements. After reading other reviews of this pattern I new that it ran big and I agree.

Here it is - version 1 - my straight forward muslin:

Posted by Kelli Ward at 8:00 AM

11 comments:

  1. knottygnome27.4.11

    i love that pattern as well. i've made several different styles using it. it's so versatile!

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  2. naomi27.4.11

    looks great! I will have to keep an eye out for that pattern.

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  3. Lisa27.4.11

    A lovely looking top . I've made one version so far but I do have plans for oodles more .

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  4. Andrea @ TheTrainToCrazy27.4.11

    I keep looking at this pattern thinking I need to whip some up! Yours looks great!

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  5. Anonymous27.4.11

    I've made this pattern twice and really like it, too. It's definitely a wardrobe staple pattern. I actually like the (cheap) fabric of your "muslin" a lot.

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    Your 7 from 1 really excited me. I'm off to find 7 pieces of fabric right now.

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