Sewaholic Patterns: 1201 (Renfrew Top)  - Type:Tops  |
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| Reviewed by: | lbrundage | 
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| Posted on: | 11/26/12 8:30 PM |
| Last Updated: | 11/26/12 8:33 PM |
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| Pattern Rating: | Highly Recommend |
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This is my third Renfrew. I decided to post a review of this time because I made some significant changes to the pattern.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Instructions are very well written.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? This is a lovely basic pattern. Actually, it is the first knit tee that I've made that I really like, and have repeated. Because I am crazy about the style and fit, I decided to turn it into a tunic for these colder months, and I needed something to wear with leggings. I only wish it came in larger sizes! I had to cut the largest size and even make some adjustments from there.
Fabric Used: A sweater knit from my stash that has been sitting around for ages. I think it came from Joann's.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I did the following:
-raised the neckline about an inch
-narrowed the sleeves through the forearm and wrist tapering to about a 1"1/4" seam at the wrist.
- since I didn't have enough fabric to cut two cowl pieces (which get sewn right sides together, then sewn to the neckline) I used just one piece and finished the seam in the back and the top edge of the cowl with my serger.
-added 4" to the length.
-my usual full bust adjustment.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yup...in fact I have one on the cutting table right now! Next one will be tunic length made from a ponte print. I would SOOOO recommend this pattern.
Conclusion: In my opinion, this is just about the perfect tee. Now that I've forged new modification territory, I can see a whole bunch of possibilities for this wonderful basic. No doubt, other reviewers have stated what an easy to read, quick to make, wonderfully drafted pattern the Renfrew is.
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Love it!
11/26/12 9:20 PM
Great top! I've never tried this pattern maker but it sounds like maybe I should...your top looks super on you!
11/26/12 10:14 PM
I just ordered this pattern so I'm happy to see your glowing review!!
11/26/12 10:43 PM
Love your longer version, it looks great on you! I have a cowl version (3/4 length sleeves) cut out now. This will be my third version (2nd wearable) and like you I love this style! Did you add all 4 inches within the Shorten/Length lines?
11/26/12 11:14 PM
Nice top! You always look so modern and stylish.
11/27/12 0:33 AM
What a terrific variation and plenty of future potential. You've gotten a great fit and it really suits you. How do you accomplish your "usual FBA"? I'll need one too.
11/27/12 0:48 AM
What a great top! I added it to my wishlist only to find it backordered. Look at the ruckus you've caused!
11/27/12 7:04 AM
Your version looks much nicer than the pattern picture. It looks nice on you, your smile says it all. Nice work.
11/27/12 8:12 AM
What a great looking top!
11/27/12 8:53 AM
Levone: (regarding adjusting the length) I just added the 4" to the bottom of the Renfrew. I had a good fit with through the bodice/hip, so really, all I needed was length. It worked for me since I have pretty straight hips/butt.
11/27/12 9:05 AM
Gorgeous sweater!
11/27/12 9:19 AM
Great top, great outfit. Very put-together.
11/27/12 12:38 PM
Looks great on you!
11/27/12 7:39 PM