Floral Stripe Chiffon Top
Today I'm back with another version of the Leanne Marshall for Simplicity (1690) Top!
After the instant success and constant wearing of my first version, I decided to give it a go in a woven fabric! But not just any woven fabric, a black with tiny floral print stripes sheer chiffon! This little number has been in my stash for quite awhile! Mind you, I have never made anything with chiffon before, or anything "sheer" for that matter so I was a little apprehensive... but it worked out great!
Here was my simple process:
1- Sew the side and shoulder seams
2- Try on for fit - great!
3- Serge side and shoulder seams
4- Serge along neckline and sleeve edges
5- Fold under serged edge, press, and topstich sleeves and neckline
6- Serge lower edge - press up 1" - topstitch hem
7- Wear on a sunny day!
**EDIT** I totally forgot to mention that I changed the neckline from the pattern - my first version was great, but a little wide on the shoulders (I have pretty narrow shoulders, mind you) so for this version, I cut the shoulders narrower. I also decided I wanted a lower scoop neck, so I used the extremely precise method of putting it on the dress form and chopping away until I liked how it looked :) It definitely fits the bill - no sliding off the shoulders at all!
I really love this pattern - don't be surprised if you see more of these tops from me :) Although, looking through my pattern stash, I have so many fun things I want to make! For example, I had a moment of weakness and ordered all three new Deer&Doe patterns! Ouch my wallet - YAY my pattern stash! I cannot WAIT to get started on these amazing looks! Très bien :)
Here was my simple process:
1- Sew the side and shoulder seams
2- Try on for fit - great!
3- Serge side and shoulder seams
4- Serge along neckline and sleeve edges
5- Fold under serged edge, press, and topstich sleeves and neckline
6- Serge lower edge - press up 1" - topstitch hem
7- Wear on a sunny day!
**EDIT** I totally forgot to mention that I changed the neckline from the pattern - my first version was great, but a little wide on the shoulders (I have pretty narrow shoulders, mind you) so for this version, I cut the shoulders narrower. I also decided I wanted a lower scoop neck, so I used the extremely precise method of putting it on the dress form and chopping away until I liked how it looked :) It definitely fits the bill - no sliding off the shoulders at all!
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17 Comments
Very nice.........It looks so very neat.....and I love those tiny flowers
ReplyDeletethank you! I'm still amazed at how easily a serger neatens all those edges!
DeleteVery Pretty! Great look on you too!
ReplyDeletethank you! I just got these minty jeans and they were the perfect color :)
Deletevery cute! I love the bright blue topstitching. I have lots of chiffon I've never used because I'm afraid of it. Yours came out so cute, I may have to try :)
ReplyDeletehave no fear! give it a go! especially with this pattern, since you serge all the edges, you have minimal fraying, which is great :)
DeleteNice! I was oogling this pattern over the weekend for the only reason that there are no set in sleeves! Maybe I will go back and get it and make me some tops! :)
ReplyDeletelove me no sleeves!
DeleteSo cute! I think I like this one even better than the yellow chevron one!
ReplyDeletethank you! I definitely like the fit better - I narrowed the shoulders and made the neckline scoop more, so it doesn't fall off my shoulders as much... but the yellow is still the most cuddly! :)
DeleteSally, this is super adorable! Yay you for venturing into chiffon territory! Also, I love the new look of your blog!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute top, I really like the neckline.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute top and sounds like it's a quick project. I love your idea on how to scoop the neck. Had to laugh! Thanks for the review--I need to pick up this pattern!
ReplyDeleteThis is super cute! I have a bunch of chiffon I need to use up, so thanks for sharing this pattern. I keep buying the stuff because its so lovely, but I never know what to make!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a gorgeous blouse! Your neckline and hem look really tidy! I admire your tackling of chiffon. It's on the list of things I need to force myself to do, but I haven't gotten there yet.
ReplyDeleteLooks great! Oh, to have a serger...
ReplyDeleteThanks for your review of this pattern! I probably would have passed it by in the catalog but I'll be checking it out now for sure. It looks great on you!
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