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top: self-made (below) pants: altered jcrew
I've become a little obsessed with criss-crossing and tulip-this-and-that, so of course I made another tulip-style top. And I love how it turned out!! It was really simple and straight forward, and there are tons of room for mistakes (I would knew...I was learning as I went). I love how your sides will peep through as you go, perfect for high waisted pants or a cute tank top to show through. Or on that tropical vacation you are about to take in the middle of this chilly winter (lucky you). If that is the case, leave the sleeves off and pop a swimsuit under. Similar to this top and this skirt.
I wanted to wear this on my birthday date last night, but Corey Bryson offered to take pictures! So, I couldn't pass up the opportunity with this talented lady.
Supplies:
1 yard of knit fabric
thread
sewing machine
scissors
measuring tape
pins
Instructions:
1. Cut out 2 pieces, they will be the same shape and size. Follow instructions below for the measurements.
2. Hem the bottom curves under a 1/2".
3. Cut the neckline by matching up side seams and shoulders then cut out a deeper neckline.
4. line up the two pieces, right sides together, and sew the shoulder seams together.
5. sew the arm openings under 1/2"
6. repeat with the neckline.
7. Try the top on and pin the flaps where you will like them to go. They will overlap anywhere from 5 to 9 inches (it depends on how open you want the slits). Then sew a permanent tack where it needs to go. I did a little stitch to keep the under back flap in place, and the front piece I did a top stitch along the seam that was there from the hem.
*if you want sleeves continue below.
Sleeves
1. Cut out 2 pieces that look like the first picture. Make sure the length of the straight part is from armpit around shoulder/bicep to armpit again minus 2".
2. Hem the bottom straight part under a 1/2".
3. Pin the curved part under the seam and sew in place, following the topstitch that was already there.
4. Top stitch the edge of the shoulder/sleeve seam to keep the piece down.
Wow, so easy and so beautiful... :) You're the best :) You inspire me every time you create something :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely top and great tutorial. You look great in it by the way. Although the first thing I thought was: "Isn't she freezing in the snow with bare arms? Brrrr!" ;-)
ReplyDeleteIt was VERY VERY chilly. The sacrifice for showing off a new top right?!
DeleteLove the high waisted pants with this top! The pictures for the tutorial are great and really easy to see how you completed each step. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletexx Ashleigh
www.ashflynn.blogspot.com
I love this top and your jeans. Your sewing skills are so amazing! Too bad I can't take lessons from you! Where'd you learn?
ReplyDeleteI taught myself, it took many (and is taking) many years to learn. But if you stick to it with practice (and lots of trial by error) you will be a seamstress in no time! If you lived in the area you could come sew along with me?
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ReplyDeleteYou are gorgeous and I love this shoot
ReplyDeleteKw ladiesinnavy
Love this! So creative!
ReplyDeleteIsn't this clever! I have lost enough weight that some are much too big. Since these include beautiful fabrics for work, I would love to use some of them for this 'makeover'. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love your hair.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your blog and I especially love the ease of your style; You make everything look beautiful and fun to wear! Can't wait to try more and more of your tutorials. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteThis is so simple and lovely and the top looks wonderful with those wide legged pants.
ReplyDeleteLauren x
Gordon + Gold
Love it!
ReplyDeleteAll I have to say is wow, I need to buy some knit now!
ReplyDeletewow - i know what to do this evening :) I'll have new top :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for Your tutorial, I 've new top http://lolajoo.blogspot.com/2013/01/c-side-split-top.html :*
Deletehow far do you overlap the sides? I really like it!
ReplyDeleteOh....I didn't put that! Thanks for reminding me. Anywhere from 5 to 9 inches. It depends on how open you want the slits.
Deleteumm, you are gorgeous.
ReplyDeletexo - heather
www.ThisLifeIsYours.com
I follow your blog for a long time and every time it opens up I think: She's a model... So beautiful! The top is gorgeous too!
ReplyDeleteI love all of your tutorials! I'm going to try this tonight. Thanks for the inspiration. You're the best!
ReplyDeleteMaria
Yay! I saw this and immediately thought it might make an awesome top for nursing (over a nursing tank probably). Might have to whip one up and see how it goes. Any suggested modifications for that purpose? More length probably?
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Amy
You could try sewing the back flaps to a piece of elastic (instead of tacking them under the front piece) and continue as the tutorial shows, by sewing the front flaps to the back piece on the topstich line. You can put your elastic above or below your breasts, however you feel like at the moment. This way you have more room for nursing.
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ReplyDeleteI love this! I'm confused as to how to cut the beginning pieces of fabric, you know? Like how should I cut the pieces, in two square pieces? Oh and by what measurements should they be cut? Sorry, I'm new to sewing and really would love to make this shirt for nursing my newborn. I think it'll make things easier.
ReplyDeletehey there. don't cut two rectangles, you have to cut two pieces similar to the black shapes. and if you look closer to that black drawing you will see that there is a formula for drafting your very own pattern. if you are not sure about the upper part, take a t-shirt that fits you well and trace it, leaving a seam allowance. then continue the armhole line and stop it when you reach the width liz noted on the drawing. and the oval shape you can totally wing it. good luck
DeleteI love all your tutorials, but this was the first one i tried (i mean from scratch and not refashioning clothes). And it turned out great. And i love love love the sleeves, i think i am gonna be making more of them, they are incredibly cute.
ReplyDeleteThe only thing i did different was that instead of pinning the back flaps underneath the front part i sewed them to a piece of elastic. Which i can now move above or below the breasts, depending on how much i want to left open (when it's below it's more open and flowy, when it's above it's more... conservative :D). This might be handy for those who want a nursing top.
Thank you for this, it is the cutest top i ever made.
Looks great. I wonder if there is a way to do this with an over sized T?
ReplyDeleteCould you cut the front and back as one large piece with just a hole cut out for the neck?
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