As the top only uses less than a metre of fabric, you really can't go wrong and would be a good pattern for first timers. There really is nothing more satisfying than practising as you go and being able to come out with an item as a reward. There is also no limit to the details or personal touches you can add to this top and I love some other examples of this top on this blog.
My wonderful mum recently bought me a remnant of some great Paul Smith striped shirting on her recent visit to the NEC Birmingham. Just my luck this clashed with the weekend of the craft fair I did plus the hottest days of 2012....
I had to face using bias tape (aargh! first attempt a few months ago was disastrous!) to edge the neck and the sleeves of this tape. Instead of using the method of using this best only attempted bu expert sewers, I went back to basics and used the slightly lengthier method that produces the best results. More haste less speed as they say....
I have had this gorgeous, very old length of dainty crochet flower trim sat waiting for the perfect project and the dusky pink stripe and beige fabric needed just a bit of a feminine slant.
I pinned the string of flowers inside the bias tape on the front of the top only before sewing. The addition of three buttons that were just too perfect to be true on the vertical pleat section gave the top some gorgeous details that helped lift the fabric. You can't see from the photo but the buttons are cream with a sweet dusky pink daisy.
And voila! A unique vintage style top that is just so comfy and wearable. I will definitely be making more using this pattern although there are a few minor modifications I would make. And I also think sleeves would also be lovely and as I love a challenge, I think I will draft my own to add. The possibilities are endless.....watch this space.....
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