This is the last installment on the wrap top project. The first photo you see is the completed top. The second photo you see are the pleats on the inside of the right side of the wrap. The third photo shows the surged seam layers, and the last photo is the peplum attached to the bodice.
I do have to say although I found this fabric a bit challenging to sew, the results came out fabulous and it fits well! I would sew this top again but I would make some very minor adjustments. 1. I do not like the sleeves so wide nore meeting at the top of my watch, I would like these sleeves to be a bit longer.
Project Review Detailed
Pattern Description: Misses Tops with variations
Pattern Used: New Look 6755
Pattern Sizing: I cut the 8
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done? Yes I would say so
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, the instructions were clear.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I did not like the sleeve to be short and I wuld have preferred the sleeve slimmer.
Fabric Used: Italian Knit — Mood Fabrics NYC
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None
Would you sew it again? I would sew it again in knit and extend the sleeves a bit.
Would you recommend it to others? Yes, cute pattern with different top variations.
Ok here is the first project from the NY Fabric Spree .. It’s a long sleeve wrap top made out of the camouflage color Italian knit.
Love love love the fabric… I was not exceptionally fond of sewing it 🙁 The fabric is beautiful but difficult to handle since it was so thin… Pins really did not help as they would slip out… so I had to take total control. I did not use a walking foot I just sewed it slowly guiding each piece as I stitched it on the machine. As I mentioned in the previous blog, my serge was not fond of it either as surging a single layer just did not work. As long as I surged TWO pieces of fabric it worked well…
However, in these photos you see the initial layout of the pattern — New Look 6755 I choose view C as I wanted long sleeves with no collar… the top will be worn with a tank underneath and the camouflage shorts that are next on the cutting table.
Since I am small on the top and in the waist, my measurements pretty much measured up with the pattern. This pattern calls for woven fabrics not knits, so I knew I would need to cut a smaller size… these pattern pieces are a size 8. I pinned each pattern piece onto the mannequin for a proper fit and any adjustments prior. Luckily I did not need any at the waist or the bust. The last photo you see is the completed bodice.
The rest of the top will be blogged later.
I ate it all it was very moist lol
My @jennycraig red velvet cake dessert need to loose at least 10-15 more lbs ? (at **The Hideout**)
The last stop was Mood Fabrics – love love love love! This place is three floors of glorious fabrics.. When you first walk in there is a young lady to retrieve your packages and any bags you might have — you know “security.” Right by her station are zippers (invisible) for only .50 cents each! Whew what a steal! I guess the price of the zippers makes up for pricing in the store.
I was very focused on finding fabric gear for Fall so I focused on Fall colors and weights of fabric. In addition I was determined to find fabric for my first coat.
I did score six pieces of fabulous fabrics! One I can’t post and the first one will be in a seperate post as it does relate to my coat.
On this sample sheet you see four fabrics two are Italian knits, one denium, and a camaflauge. The first square is a denium stripe with stretch which the plan is a jumpsuit, the second square is the most glorious Italian knit that came in 72” wide! This score will be a top and a tank top, the third square is a camaflauge Italian knit that is very thin in nature. This fabric was so thin that my serger did not like locking in single layers 🙁 — So all my seams were serged together except one seam.. I will discuss this project tomorrow. The last square you see is the actual camaflauge fabric that I will use to create a longer pair of shorts.
I will be returning hopefully the week of August 24th to return to Pacific Trimmings and Mood Fabrics.. There is also a sewing conference in New Jersey that I will hopefully attend.
Next stop on the shopping frenzy included Chic Fabrics which is a few doors down from Fabrics for Less. This store is a bit bigger than Fabrics for Less and I don’t think I gave myself the full-range of looking around.. I was a bit excited to get to Mood Fabrics one street over. I purchased two beautiful knits from here for Fall dresses or perhaps two piece separates. The first one is a mixed orange knit jersey and the second knit is a black and blue print cotton spandex knit. He gave excellent prices at 60” in width.. They will make excellent separates.
