Finally! I finished my first Over the Top Challenge top on Saturday. This top was incredibly easy to sew. I will definitely be making it again. There are enough variations - different necks, sleeve treatments and different lengths - to make a number of unique looking tops.
This top is just so loose and flowey, that fitting is a breeze. I decided that it was a bit large in the size 14 that I sewed, so I scaled the side seams back to about a size 12, which is where I will start next time.
I think the most challenging part for me was using my narrow hem foot. Basically this foot rolls and stitches the fabric into a 1/4" hem. You only have to press the first inch or so to get it going. However, using this foot takes some practice and my hem is probably a bit wavy from where I didn't quite feed the fabric in evenly. On such a drapey top, I don't think it's noticeable. And it was really good practice using this foot.
I've also made a lot of progress on the Burda top that is my second piece for this black and white mini collection. I should be done before the challenge ends on Friday. Stay tuned!
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This top is just so loose and flowey, that fitting is a breeze. I decided that it was a bit large in the size 14 that I sewed, so I scaled the side seams back to about a size 12, which is where I will start next time.
I think the most challenging part for me was using my narrow hem foot. Basically this foot rolls and stitches the fabric into a 1/4" hem. You only have to press the first inch or so to get it going. However, using this foot takes some practice and my hem is probably a bit wavy from where I didn't quite feed the fabric in evenly. On such a drapey top, I don't think it's noticeable. And it was really good practice using this foot.
I've also made a lot of progress on the Burda top that is my second piece for this black and white mini collection. I should be done before the challenge ends on Friday. Stay tuned!
Oh this is gorgeous. Love the fabric. Love the style. Love the black trim. Can't wait to see it on you.
ReplyDeleteGreat fabric! You have a really nice, wearabel top.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I plan to do a photo shoot with me in the tops at the end of the challenge.
ReplyDeleteLooks perfect as we head into warm weather! You are brave. I would never attempt the rolled hem foot on knits. I only try it on crisp lightweight cottons.
ReplyDeleteOh! This is NOT a knit - that would be insanity. It is allegedly silk, although I think polyester satin is probably closer to the mark...
ReplyDeleteVery pretty top and it especially looks lovely on you!
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