This is a Misses' close fitting top with neckline variations, elasticized shoulders and upper sections, and narrow hems. A, B, Overlays. B, C, sleeve slits. D: Upper sections cut on crosswise grain.
<b>Pattern Sizing:</b>
This pattern comes in sizes Y (XS to M) ZZ (Lg to XXL)
I made a medium.
<b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?</b>
Yes, it resembles the drawing. I made a few alterations/modifications. :) I made view D.
<b>Were the instructions easy to follow?</b>
Instructions were just fine. I glanced at them and then did my own order of sewing. More on that below.
<b>What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?</b>
Like: unique styling of the sleeves and the open back. It makes a funky, cool t-shirt. Dislikes, nothing really. However if I do make this long sleeved version again, I will narrow the lower sleeve width. That however is just a personal preference on my part and nothing to do with the pattern at all. Even with my larger than I'd like chest, this top has enough ease. I didn't make any changes to the bodice to get it to fit.
<b>Fabric Used:</b>
I used some sort of knit from JoAnns. It was okay to work with. I specifically purchased it to create this top. It is a little light weight but since I choose it for the color and pattern, weight wasn't a major consideration. I am thinking of putting a moratorium on any purchases from Joann until further notice. Fabrics just haven't been performing as I would like them to.
<b>Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:</b>
Here is where I had some fun with this pattern, but first I will lead you through the order of construction.
There really aren't that many steps to this top as it is pretty simple. However when I got to the step where you insert elastic at the shoulder seam, I thought it would be easier to hem the sleeve slit/opening first. After hemming the slit I inserted the elastic.
At that point I also thought it would be easier to press and get the lower sleeve ready for hemming. I used this opportunity to attach lite steam-a-seam. I sewed the underarm seam and then hemmed the sleeve opening.
I didn't use the elastic at the seam where the bodice and lower top meet. The directions call for it, but I didn't think it was necessary.
Here are my modifications. I plan on wearing this to work and it slipped off my shoulders several times so I attached a tie on each side of the neckline so I can make a cute little bow. That meant I had to tack the crossover at the back at the critical point so it laid flat.
The sleeves were really open (no kidding, right?) so to keep it funky I used hair elastics in a turquoise and black buttons and attached those at three places on the slit. I like the effect.
>Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?</b>
Yes, I do think I will sew this again. I would consider using a smaller piece of elastic at the shoulder seam so it gathers more like the picture on the envelope. I do recommend this to others. It is easy, goes together quickly and could be dressy or super casual. <b>Conclusion: </b>
Another great pattern from Butterick with an extra unappealing line drawing on the front. I actually choose it based on the photograph on this site:
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