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Simplicity: 5502 (Misses' Knit Tops) thumbsup - Type:Tops    printable version
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Posted on:1/11/13 4:51 PM
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Fabric:Cotton-Lycra Knit  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: knit tops with neckline variations

Pattern Sizing: 6 to 22 View D

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? yes aside from changes

Were the instructions easy to follow? yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? My TNT tank top/t-shirt pattern

Fabric Used: Large Rib Cotton Lycra from Vogue Fabrics

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added ribbing to the neck, armholes and bottom going in the opposite direction.
The pattern has you turn it under but I needed more support.

Would you sew it again? Yes but not in this fabric
Would you recommend it to others? Yes

Conclusion: This fabric started out as a more substantial top then was down graded to a tank top after working with this fabric, let me tell you it was horrible to work with, walk away from this if you ever see a wide rib.
Purchased at the Vogue warehouse in Chicago I don't know what I was thinking. It is like working with an accordion, keeping the ribs in place while sewing is tricky. With the top off it looks miniature, it expands to great depths.
It's just luck that this fabric did not land in the trash, you can see around the neckline how the ribs can go astray.

ETA 4-16-13 View D without the tie


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MNBarb said...
Thanks for the warning on the fabric. I've had some like it in my cart in the past. You made a great save with the tank. I hope it doesn't grow while wearing.
1/11/13 5:57 PM
Heatherrique said...
Clever save with the tank. From the photo, I would not have known the fabric rib was giving you any trouble.
1/11/13 6:15 PM
SavageCoco said...
Looks pretty good to me. Great save!
1/11/13 8:23 PM
ArtAttack said...
Oh, there's nothing worse than that growing fabric! You did a great job with it and the color is divine. I think I will grab this pattern...looks like a great basic. Thanks! Scratch that...I see it's no longer in print!
1/11/13 8:53 PM
SewWil said...
Great job saving this top! I love the color and I'm sure it will look very nice on you. I appreciate the warning about the fabric. I hate fabric that grows as you sew. Your tank looks perfectly docile in the picture. Would never suspect the issues it gave you.
1/11/13 9:31 PM
Dilliander said...
The finished top is lovely, a great save!
1/12/13 1:50 AM
tigergirl said...
Another thanks for the warning - I've dealt with enough tricky fabrics to last me a lifetime, now I've got another one to add to the avoid list (I just know there'll already be some in my stash though!). considering your trials, you've made a great top.
1/12/13 1:57 AM
GoodbyeValntino said...
An entertaining conclusion, but the top looks nice. Great save!
1/12/13 5:53 AM
Lucy in Virginia said...
Stunning color and great save. Love it!
1/12/13 11:28 AM
norie creates said...
Great looking top! Will take heed about the fabric!
1/12/13 3:18 PM
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