Pattern Used
The Scout Woven Tee, a downloadable pattern from Grainline Studio. It is a short sleeved t-shirt without darts or shaping.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I was very influenced by the lovely version(s) of the pattern made by Shivani of Pins & Needles. I really need a good basic top pattern and have some nice woven fabrics I want to use before I delve into the world of sewing with knits.
I like the bias faced neckline instead of facings. My top tip is to iron and steam the bias tape into shape before sewing it on - this really helps. I also liked that the sleeves were easy to set in since there wasn't loads of excess ease. I always dread setting in sleeves but these were a breeze.
Fabric & Notions
This is technically a wearable muslin as I wanted to try out the pattern before using my final fabric. For this I used a cotton (and possibly linen) blend that I got from a charity shop a couple of years ago. I previously used it to make a Sencha and it has a lovely drape.
It wasn't until I tried on the final thing that I realised just how 1990s the finished item is due to the combination of fabric and fit. What do you think? But hey, I still like it.
It wasn't until I tried on the final thing that I realised just how 1990s the finished item is due to the combination of fabric and fit. What do you think? But hey, I still like it.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made
I added about 2 inches to the length, being a tall lady. I cut a size 4 and then slimmed down to a size 2 at the sides. It is a loose fitting top so actual sizes are pretty immaterial.
Would you sew it again and do anything different next time?
Well......It's ok and I think I will wear it but I'm not sure I want to break out the good fabric just yet. I can see myself wearing it at the weekend with jeans and maybe if I wear it a lot I'll make another.
Did you use any new techniques?
None
Would you recommend the pattern to others?
Yes, but make a muslin to see how you want it to fit. Don't be put off by the lack of darts or other shaping in the pattern but bear in mind that a fabric with a bit of drape is vital.
Cost
£4.18 for the pattern, plus home printing costs I suppose (no idea of £), and the fabric was from my scrap.
Conclusion
I'm going to see how much this gets worn before I decide if it's worth making again. I'm looking for my perfect pattern that I can make over and over - this is not my dream top but I'll be bookmarking it for the future.
Onto the search for my dream top pattern - next stop, Alma
K x
Onto the search for my dream top pattern - next stop, Alma
K x
Nice basic top... I like you on more fitted clothes but sometimes comfortable basics get a lot more used. Looking foward to see your alma blouse
ReplyDeleteThanks - I think more fitted clothes are my style too - am about to start my 2nd Alma muslin
DeleteThis looks very comfy! I'm a bit hesitant about this pattern because I like a bit of shape to my tees but this seems like a lovely basic!
ReplyDeleteI like it! I definitely didn't think 1990's at all when I first saw it - mostly I thought that it seems to be very comfortable. Basics in the wardrobe are great, and I love substituting bias tape for facings - so much easier! Well done! I'm excited to see your Alma blouse as well ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of this pattern - so comfy - and I love your version! It's pretty cool and not 90s looking to me! I have a feeling the Alma blouse is going to be super cute on you as well though ;o)
ReplyDeleteWay cute! This is adorable on you! But you're totally right-- drapey fabric is the way to go with this pattern!
ReplyDeleteThis is cute! I also recommend the Banksia, having just completed my second one it is a great easy versatile pattern.
ReplyDeleteI think it's a cute top and i'd wear it with shorts in the summer. Can't wait to see your alma - I'm trying to finish my second one.
ReplyDeleteNice! These pics remind me of the Power Rangers somehow. Perhaps because you are tall. Perhaps there are some monsters out there that need pushing into tall buildings... XD
ReplyDeleteVery nice :) It doesn't remind me of the nineties!
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Good luck with Alma. I really like the look of that pattern but I can't justify buying it because I have a super similar pattern already!
Hmm, don't know what the underlined words you're seeing are, very weird. If anyone else has this let me know!
DeleteDon't worry- I figured out it was just my dumb browser. Some malware got into it somehow. Nothing wrong with your blog :)
DeleteAh ok, thanks for letting me know. Hope you got it sorted without too much trouble.
DeleteIt looks to me like a good wardrobe basic too, not too 90s, but it's how you feel in it that's important, so good idea to see how you wear it. Nice cute hairdo!
ReplyDeleteI like it! I didn't think 90s either when I first saw it, but as Winnie says, it how you feel in it that's important. Looking forward to seeing your Alma - I think I'm going to try that pattern again, but use the bias finish for the neckline as I just hate facings. x
ReplyDeleteThanks :) Am planning the same thing with the Alma facings too
DeleteI don't think it looks 90s at all. It's a cute top. I have made two of them, but honestly, I haven't even worn the second one. Even grading mine down two sizes doesn't "do it" for me. I am 5'11" with no real curves to speak of so maybe that's the reason why I'm not exactly jumping up and down with excitement when I wear it.
ReplyDeleteI didn't immediately think 1990's, but then I remembered having a swimsuit in a similar print... your top is much much nicer! I think this could be a "staple" pattern for when you need a top quickly. great for layering!
ReplyDeleteThe 1990s are back now so hey, you're bang on trend (argghhhh, don't you hate that expression?) You look fab, love that top and your hair looks gorgeous. x
ReplyDeleteThank you - I can't get on board with the 90s revival since I remember wearing it the first time around :-)
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