Japanese Pattern Books: Shape Shape (Sleeveless Scarf Blouse) - Type:Tops  | | Viewed 308 times
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| | Posted on: | 11/27/12 2:53 AM | | Project Photo: |  | | Pattern Photo: | Pattern Info provided by Dilliander | | Pattern Rating: | Highly Recommend | | | | Fabric: | Cotton [See other projects in this fabric] | | Related Links | Click on  to add a link |
| Pattern Description:
A sleeveless top with scarf, side button closure and French style darts front/back.
Pattern Sizing: Medium
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, very much.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
The instructions were in English and included diagrams which made it much easier than many of the Japanese pattern books.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
The originality of Japanese patterns is always interesting, even in a sleeveless top! The side buttons are lovely, the scarf can be worn several ways, and the French style darts (while unusual on the back) give nice shaping.
Line drawing of pattern
Fabric Used:
A tie-dyed lightweight cotton from Fabric-A-Brac with buttons from Tessuti.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
This blouse has:
* square shoulder adjustment (to bodice and scarf)
* reduced front dart length by 1cm
* 5cm extra length on bodice
When I make this again I would add a little more ease across the upper chest and perhaps use a drapier fabric for the scarf.
My fabric is one sided with the scarf attached so it sits to the front. However, you could also attach it so it drapes to the back, or if the fabric were two-sided it could be worn draped at the front or back, both ways looks nice, as well as one or both looped over the shoulder.
Construction notes
The scarf is pleated and attached at the shoulder seam
The right side seam has a facing and button closure
The neck and arms are finished with self binding
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I will likely sew this again, and do recommend the book and pattern. Shape Shape has been reviewed and pioneered by Carolyn who has made some beautiful garments and also by MM both of whom inspired me to give it a try.
Conclusion:
This was an interesting fun project and the Japanese patterns are something I've wanted to try for a while.
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What an interesting top. The details are really special and take this sleeveless top up to a high level. Great work.
11/27/12 4:40 AM
This looks really great. I love the way the scarf falls.
11/27/12 5:22 AM
Lovely, Dilliander! It looked so simple until I clicked on the line drawing. Great job and great review!
11/27/12 6:58 AM
love this I will check this out for sure, thanks for sharing.
11/27/12 9:03 AM
Oh, this is adorable! What cute details...and great review, thanks.
11/27/12 11:49 AM
Such interesting details!
11/27/12 12:29 PM
Gorgeous top! Love the style and your fabric.
11/27/12 12:47 PM
This is a great top!! Gotta love the Japanese pattern books!
11/27/12 1:56 PM
This is a very stylish and beautiful top. I love the fabric :)
11/27/12 5:54 PM
I'm loving the side buttons and tie front...simple but interesting!
11/27/12 6:13 PM
Very nice - your top has some lovely features that elevates it from the usual.
11/27/12 8:16 PM
Wow, how pretty and unique your top is!
11/27/12 8:20 PM
lReally like your uniquely pretty top - lots of interesting details Like the fabric too :)
11/27/12 9:27 PM
This is a very cute top, and beautiful fabric. Bet you will wear it lots!!
11/27/12 11:43 PM
I hvve been looking for a Japanese pattern book in English. Yours is a cute little top and inspired me to buy the book. THanks.
11/28/12 7:52 AM
Love your choice of fabric for this top! The button-up on the side is such a nice detail. Such a lovely top!
11/28/12 12:24 PM
Such a pretty top! Love all the details.
11/28/12 5:09 PM
What a beautiful top. I think this my favourite garment that I've seen anyone sew from the Drape Drape books.
11/28/12 10:12 PM
What a great top! Like some of the others, the thumbnail misled me - it looked simple. I clicked on the thumbnail and WOW! I love all of the details. Great!
12/3/12 10:00 AM