Monday, November 14, 2011

Vogue 1261 - Navy tie-dyed asymmetrical hem top

This is one of the new fall Vogues that I liked because I saw other women wearing the same style and found it surprisingly flattering. Plus I loved the neckline, reglan sleeves and interesting exposed seaming included.

And since I was intimidated by my next leather project wanted something quick and simple, I decided to give this pattern a try. I used a fun tie-dyed matte jersey that has a pebbly texture from fabric.com. Originally it was going to be made into a dress, but had runs down both edges about 15" in. So, I had to find another pattern that would fit inside the runs and was no more then 30 inches in length.

I cut a size small with no fit adjustments. The back was cut on the fold to eliminate the double ribbon detail original to the pattern as I didn't want to break up the print.

Here at the neckline you can better see the exposed seams along the reglan sleeves and bias bound neckline. The pattern instruct you to use a twin needle, but I could only find one with narrow spaced needles. Instead, I simply topstitched it 1/8" from the seamline on both sides of the sleeve seam and then trimmed the excess fabric away.

I thought about leaving the hems raw with a double row of topstitching per the pattern instructions, but it just looks unfinished to me and is not to my personal taste. And since I so liked the bias bound neckline with raw edge, I decided to do the same for the sleeves and bottom hems.

I had to miter the binding at the side points, but otherwise it was very simple to do.

So there you have it! A simple knit tunic in a silhouette that is new to me that I like very much! I plan to make view C from this pattern as well and have a really neat idea for it. But first I have to find the right fabrics...

21 comments:

  1. It's very cute, I really like simple tunics, they are so easy to wear. :o)

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  2. looks like a great top for being casual, but not looking like a mess at the same time. Great job, I really like your fabric too.

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  3. this is soo cute! I am adding it to my list of patterns to purchase. Hancock's has Vogues for $3.99 thru Wed. I am just starting with knits. You do a beautiful job with them. Do you have any tutorials?

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  4. What a lovely casual top. Great fabric and the design/colours are just perfect with your jeans! Have never been a fan of raw edges and exposed seaming in the past - but you have changed my mind with this one!

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  5. I like it too! Very nice work. The details make it special, despite it being a simple knit top.

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  6. I just love tie-dye and I have always liked the raw edge designs on knits. Very nice job incorporating the raw edge your way!

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  7. Nice casual top! I don't like Vogue's version but after seeing I want to buy this pattern.

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  8. This style is a little different from your usual style but, as always, you have picked out something that really suits you. The fabric makes this top stand out as something special - and gives it a high fashion, 'edgy' look. It looks wonderful with jeans - casual but much more interesting than a basic t-shirt. I think that there will be a big rush on buying this pattern now we've all seen your version!

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  9. I never cease to be amazed by your finishing techniques!

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  10. That is a really well finished top. I do like how you've used exposed seam finishes and well mitred hems.

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  11. I really like it! I have the same pattern cut and ready to go. I haven't started it since I didn't like the seam finishes, and wasn't sure how to approach it. I think that I'll do the same as you did.
    thanks! Kathy

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  12. Really lovely. I have this pattern...I thought not many would buy it because it is a fairly basic style but I have seen it made up a few times now. The colours of your fabric are wonderful.

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  13. You look nice in this top! I love the fun fabric choice, and you made me look twice at this tunic top.

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  14. Nice. This is such a great looking top. I like the raw edges and the asymmetrical hem.

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  15. I'm so glad that you keep your standards high even when you are making a little knit top. Looking forward to seeing your leather creation.

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  16. Cute cute cute! And the added weight of the bound hem makes the jersey knit lie better on this length. You'll get lots of wear out of this charming garment, I predict.

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  17. Cute top! Perfect fabric for jeans wear

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  18. I really like this! It looks cute on you!

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  19. Oh my gosh! I think I love it! Your fabric choice is perfect!

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