The top is McCall's 6752, view A. I love the style and shape of the top and dig the zipper detail. The kimono sleeves seemed like a great fit for the fabric as well (less stripe matching!). The fabric is a 100% polyester jersey knit from Fabric.com.
I cut a size 16. My only alteration was to lengthen the bodice 1.5".
The instructions were very straightforward. I did add a couple steps (as I have been wont to do lately with knits):
- Used knit stay tap along the back neck edge.
- Stabilized the shoulders with nylon stay tape.
I attempted to match the stripes on either side of the zipper. It kind of worked. I particularly love the zipper detail. It is something just a little different and it gives the top a bit of edge. I dig it! I can totally see myself making this top again at some point.
The skirt I've paired the top with here is Kwik Sew 3765, which I made back in 2012. Love this skirt!
Chevron sparkle, FTW!!!
I have been thinking of trying this top again! Really love your version!!!
ReplyDeleteI had to go check your blog to see! That orange fabric was gorgeous-- it sucks that it didn't work for you. But truly, I love how mine turned out (on the hunt for a heathered charcoal to make another!). So it might be worth re-visiting. :)
DeleteOooo!!! And this was one of your Fashionista challenges too! I didn't even recognize it with the paired fabrics. So cool!
DeleteThanks! I realized I had just cut the initial one (orange) too large. I had only been sewing a few months when I tried it. I am totally gonna make this top! :)
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