Sometimes the sewing works and sometimes it doesn't. Yes this is a nice enough cami top but for some bizarre reason it turned out HUGE! compared to the other times I've used this pattern.
The pattern is the cami top from the 3rd GBSB book, but without the ruffle because well putting a ruffle on my boobs would just be overkill.
Its the back that seams big? maybe I should put a little box pleat in or something? In this picture I have the back of my bra pulled right the way down so you don't see it. So maybe that means the strapos are whats too long? [do you like my tan lines? I took these pictures the day after I got sunburnt which was ages ago! safe to say I'm now back to my milky white colouring]
That said if I don't alter it I'm sure I'll still use it for layering under tops and if all else fails I'll just wear it to bed.
Construction wise it took no time at all to cut out or sew. It was however sat on my chair for about a week after cut out waiting to be sewn because new shiny projects kept distracting me!
The fabric is an old pillowcase and came from my Aunty Shelia and Uncle Gordon's house. There was only one otherwise I might have tried to make a little pj set. I love the delicate flowers and the lightweight fabric. I'm gonna guess that its vintage?
It looks 100% better tucked in!
Their wasn't quite enough fabric to cut the facings as well so they have been done from a plain white fabric.
All in all its a really nice make and its always nice to make some more practical items that will get lots of wear. Especially when the weather turns colder and I'm looking for an extra layer to keep me toasty. The only issue is its a little bit on the sheer side so I have to be careful how I wear it.
In other news,
The summer holidays are going okay I'm not ready to kill lil man just yet......
We are still playing lots of games and trying to get outside whenever the weather lets us. We have high hopes for a big bike ride but I'm not sure how realistic that is!
Much Love
Frankie
xxx
Really cute top, I think a box pleat or raising the straps would work great but if you're like me alterations always get put on the back burner! Love the fabric and yes definitely vintage x
ReplyDeleteI know I won't alter it. I'm far too lazy!!! X
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