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Simplicity: 4277 (Khaliah Ali tunics) thumbsup - Type:Tops    printable version
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Posted on:11/2/06 8:18 PM
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Lori V said...
Absolutely beautiful top.
11/2/06 8:33 PM
ryan's mom said...
Your version is beautiful! That trim really makes it a standout with a very expensive "boutique" look. This is the pattern I'm planning on using to whip up a top for PR Weekend next week since the alterations are already done. Yep, a muslin is definitely in order with this pattern, but the style is divine.
11/2/06 8:37 PM
OP Gal said...
Wow! That is one beautiful top. Thanks for the detailed review and warnings about fit. The trim is gorgeous and goes with the fabric so well. It looks so light and summery. (It took me a minute to realize why you were sewing a warm-weather top--you're heading into warm weather, not cold like we are up north.)
11/2/06 8:37 PM
SarahSews said...
Your top is very pretty and you did such a good job explaining everything you did with the pattern. Thank-you for such a great review.
11/2/06 8:43 PM
2BSewing said...
Beautiful top! Love the embellishment.
11/2/06 9:06 PM
DeborahMy said...
Very pretty top and looks nice on you.
11/2/06 9:15 PM
hongkongshopper said...
Lovely Belinda. I really like the trim. Very nice!
11/2/06 9:30 PM
KiwiWendy said...
love it ... enough to now be looking sideways at the pattern books (going hmmmmh)
11/2/06 9:45 PM
Karen said...
Fabulous top. Fits and looks great!
11/2/06 10:05 PM
MareeAlison said...
Belinda - I'm a bit scared of empire lines but you may have convinced me. The top looks great - particularly in the photo where you have it on complete with matching jewellery. Great job.
11/2/06 10:43 PM
Rhoda K said...
Love your top and it looks very good on you. I was wondering if these patterns came in misses sizes - now I know. I've seen many nice styles I'd like to try. Thanks.
11/2/06 10:47 PM
brrmm said...
Your top is really really lovely. Great work. Thanks for the review and the warning on the sizes. May get this pattern myself since it looks to wonderful on.
11/2/06 11:54 PM
meanjean said...
Very informative review. Thanks for that. I love the trim you picked. It works very nicely with your fabric.
11/3/06 0:46 AM
Reggies Mom said...
Belinda - everything about it is perfect. Btw, that's my favorite color; and the trim is amazing.
11/3/06 2:53 AM
Marie-Claude said...
I absolutely LOVE your top, the trim is gorgeous! Thanks for the review and the tips about the measurements!
11/3/06 3:49 AM
Vonnevo said...
Totally fabulous with the beautiful trim and the necklace is a perfect accessory. Your time spent on writing this detailed review is very much appreciated. Thanks Belinda and enjoy wearing this little beauty :)
11/3/06 4:07 AM
Carol Ch said...
Lovely top. It fits you very well. The trim really makes this top standout. Thanks for a thorough review.
11/3/06 6:32 AM
Janime said...
Lovely, lovely top, and an excellent review!
11/3/06 7:23 AM
PattyU said...
Beautiful top. It looks great on you. I also love the trim. Good job!!
11/3/06 7:24 AM
JDpenelope said...
Your tunic is divine, fits perfectly and looks expensive. But what a lot of work you did to get it that way.
11/3/06 8:19 AM
Hilary said...
Gorgeous!! I *love* your top-you did an amazing job, and thanks for all the details. I have this pattern in my stash, and will definitely be referring to your review when I decide to make it up. The trim is simply beautiful, btw! I like the princess seam rather than underbust gathers much better. Thanks again!
11/3/06 8:46 AM
CarolynGM said...
Perfect fit and gorgeous embellishment. I really like the change you made from underbust gathers to princess seam. It makes the fit very sleek and trim.
11/3/06 9:00 AM
Karen6790 said...
This top is one of those times when all that work really pays off. You got a beautiful fit on this one, and the color and trim really make it stand out. Congratulations.
11/3/06 9:35 AM
Moxie said...
Your garments always look so good and this one is no exception. The fit and application of trim is perfect. Thanks for the great review.
11/3/06 10:30 AM
BeckyC said...
Your top looks lovely on you. The fit is great. Thanks for all the warnings about the fit and the great tips.
11/4/06 8:01 AM
Debbie Cook said...
How did I miss this?? I love it!! Beautiful fit, fabulous trim, definitely a winner!
11/4/06 12:27 PM
tlmck3 said...
I'm usually afraid of empire waisted tops because I am large busted, but this one looks like a winner. Doing it as an armhole princess was truly and inspired decision on your part. It looks fabulous on you.
11/5/06 3:15 AM
LiZ said...
Thanks for a very helpful review and the warning about the size. The trim on the tunic is beautiful and makes it look like classy RTW.
11/6/06 4:22 PM
AnneM said...
Great review. Nice top. I really like your trim treatment. Nice suggestion to use the clear thread for that. I think it would be the hip that is the fitting issue for me - it always is!
12/21/06 4:56 PM
Sherril Miller said...
Belinda, I completely missed this review. I really like how you changed it up to have a princess seam and the added trim is a great idea that I might have to steal.
6/15/08 11:09 AM
jcortell said...
great look!
6/17/08 11:58 AM
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