The pattern is the one I got free from the simplicity blogger challenge: Newlook 6145. It is perfect for my style, easy to wear, loose and not constricting.
I used the modified pattern from previously (I had raised the waist by an inch and a half and redrawn the darts back and front accordingly) then cropped it to blouse length. As this fabric didn't contain any stretch, I reduced the seam allowances to 1cm, to give me a little more wiggle room. My previous version made with stretch cotton can be seen here.
The fabric is called "sunflowers" in coral, 100% cotton. It's from fabricland and comes in loads of colourways. I only bought a metre, but it was more than enough for this - it's always good to have a pattern you can make with a metre! There is just enough in the tiny scraps for the bodice of a little girl's dress too!
I think this is a year-round make. Perfect for this hot sun we are currently having, but it will layer beautifully in colder weather too.
Again, I made this without adding a zip; frankly, I wonder why the pattern needs one. There is so much ease that it slips over my head effortlessly.
I have worn this lots and lots, and I love it. I'm sure I will make more of these blouses when I next find some fabulous fabric.
Goes well with my jeans too! Happy sewing folks; it won't be long before I am joining you again too.
This is a super little make. Such a great top for this glorious weather we are enjoying.
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It is fabulous weather. I'm lucky enough to live by the sea, perfect for a quick paddle when its hot.
DeleteSuch lovely happy fabric! I love patterns that work with a metre of fabric or less! I hope you get your sewing creativity back soon.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I thought when I saw it. Felt I had to buy some as it was so cheery.
DeleteGlad you're feeling less worried about the lack of creativity now - worrying about things like that always make them worse for me! And you're right, you'll be back sewing soon. And in the meantime, you have a nice pretty top to enjoy!
ReplyDeleteYes I have stopped worrying about it. Just to busy and tired at the moment, but it will pass.
DeleteOoo! This is fabulous and the color is so pretty on you. I agree that having patterns to use with a meter (or yard in the US) are wonderful -- got any more 1 meter pattern suggestions?
ReplyDeleteI bought the 101 ways to use a metre/yard when I first started sewing. That was good and I believe they have bought out book number two as well now.
DeleteThat's a great wardrobe builder, it looks lovely :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, yes you need lots of pieces like this to tie outfits together.
DeleteVery nice, love those patterns that can be made from a metre too!
ReplyDeleteThank you Kerry.
DeleteOh, metre patterns are the best! This is lovely on you and looks like it'll be really practical and versatile. I'm glad you're feeling better about your lack of sewing time; hope you get some free time soon :)
ReplyDeleteThanks I wear it all the time so easy to throw on.
DeleteThis is gorgeous. I heart those sunflowers!!! I too love a pattern that can be made in a metre or less. It's good to have a few in the arsenal!!!
ReplyDeleteIts such a fun print.
DeletePerfect for summer!! I had not thought of using this pattern as a blouse! - fantastic idea!!
ReplyDeletePerfect for summer!! I had not thought of using this pattern as a blouse! - fantastic idea!!
ReplyDeleteYou tempted to try?
DeleteWhat a lovely top, and perfectly matched to your trousers! I'm so easily distracted by dress patterns that I often forget to consider tops. This looks like a great basic pattern to have in the stash, especially if it only requires 1m of fabric.
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