Jalie: 2682 (Women's Tops)  - Type:Tops  | | Viewed 509 times
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| As is evident by the number of reviewers, this is a great pattern and I am pleased that I finally joined the crowd. I even made two!
Pattern Description:
Pull over V-neck top. With or without zipper at front neckline.
Pattern Sizing:
Mother and daughter sizing in one pattern - fits all. I used size S for neck and shoulder area, then graded out to size U at the hips.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, easy to follow.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
My favorite feature is the high back neck with V-neck front for warmth and comfort which is a perfect alternative to turtle neck tops.
Fabric Used:
For the first top, I used an avocado green ribbed cotton knit that had been in my stash for awhile with source now forgotten.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I lengthened the bodice about 1" as the seam hit right below the bustline.
No design changes, only a change in the construction method. All seams except upper center front were sewn using the flatlock stitch on the serger. Having never used this method I was quite fascinated by it. The additional seams in the pattern and use of black thread allowed the flatlock stitch to be a design detail.
Back view
Because the seams are butted together, the seam allowance must be cut off. The garment pieces are then sewn wrong side to wrong side along the edge using the flatlock stitch setting. Next, the pieces are gently pulled open and apart so that they lay flat with top side showing most of the stitching threads and back side showing a ladder type stitch.
Flatlocking can also be used on non-edge areas as I did with the trim along the neck and bottom of sleeves. For this the fabric needs to be folded where the desired flatlock trim is to be placed. Then again, after stitching along the folded edge, gently open out and pull the fabric apart so that it lays flat and the stitching opens out.
The bottom edge was serged to match the trim throughout.
Version #2
I used a gray striped rayon fabric that had also been in my stash for awhile. I placed the stripe on the diagonal in the upper sections and horizontal around the lower part. Please note that I pretty much nailed the matching of stripes on the sleeves, BUT only on the second time round! I didn’t think the angle of stripes would match at all, so I didn’t plan for matching. I simply cut the sleeves “somewhere” on the fabric. After sewing it I discovered the wonderful continuation of the angled stripe line into the sleeve; however, the stripes were exactly and perfectly “unmatched“. I sat with that for awhile trying to talk myself into accepting it, but finally, I knew I wouldn’t be happy with it and luckily there was just enough of the fabric left to cut new sleeve pieces about ½” orientation higher into the opposite stripe…..golly! So I unpicked two serged sleeve seams and sewed in the new ones…phew. I’m happy with this design detail of the continuation of stripe angle from bodice to sleeves and may do it again with another striped fabric extending the front and back seams all the way down…..just an idea.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes, I will sew this pattern again. What a good winter top or sleeveless summer version.
Conclusion:
A great Jalie pattern! The possibilities are endless!
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Both tops are so lovely! I love how you used the flatlock stitch in a decorative manner on the avoacado-colored top. Your work is always so perfect. I know it was a pain to take out all the serged sleeve stitching to put in the sleeves with matching stripes, but that just shows that you pay such wonderful attention to detail. The extra work pays off, as your garments ALWAYS are so beautifully sewn and look so lovely on you! Thanks for another excellent review. I don't have this pattern, but do love Jalies and may have to order this one!
1/8/13 0:23 AM
I think both your tops are wonderful. The pattern is versatile indeed. I am working on it for the OPML- contest and your versions are very different from mine. It would be great if you do submit yours too. Such a miracle that one can think of so many differences!
1/8/13 2:17 AM
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing the details, and that's one of my favorite colors.
1/8/13 2:51 AM
I noticed the stripe match immediately and was really impressed! Congratulations, very nice tops.
1/8/13 8:33 AM
Beautiful tops! Thanks for reminding me of this great pattern in my stash.
1/8/13 9:04 AM
Ok, I'm sure removing the sleeves was not a lot of fun, but what a beautiful end result. The stripe matching so nicely just adds so much to the over all look. Both tops look great, but I love that stripe!
1/8/13 9:23 AM
I too love both tops. Love your color choice for the solid one, especially with the black accents. And your stripe is so cute!
1/8/13 9:38 AM
The flatlock stitch is very cool--you are making me want to try this. Great tops!
1/8/13 10:17 AM
Two snazzy tops. The way those stripes work is wonderful.
1/8/13 10:45 AM
Love both tops -- wonderful detailed review. Did you alter the top bodice length at all?
1/8/13 11:18 AM
You do such great work Barbara! Love these tops.
1/8/13 11:58 AM
I've had this pattern forever, but somehow never realized how promising it is! Yours look great - you've convinced me to pull mine out & bring it to the top of the list! Thanks, what a great-looking cool-weather top for this cold winter we're having!
1/8/13 12:04 PM
Perfect tops for you. I know you love that high back to keep you warm! Perfection.
1/8/13 12:23 PM
Thank you for the comments! CypGrl, thanks for asking - I forgot to mention this alteration. Yes I lengthened the bodice about one inch as the seam hit right below the bust line. I will edit the review to include this above.
1/8/13 12:36 PM
Thank you so much for your thorough instructions. I do love the detailing the flatlock makes. You've inspired me to try that. The neckline does make it a great top for cooler weather...
1/8/13 12:57 PM
Both look great! The flatlock stitches is a excellent design element. Thanks for an excellent review.
1/8/13 4:18 PM
Love both versions, flatlocking is one of my favorite stitches nice to see it done in a review :)
1/8/13 4:46 PM
Both of these are really cute! I don't have this pattern and may need to get on the bandwagon, too!
1/8/13 6:46 PM
Two distinctively mesmerizing looking tops from the same pattern! Impressive artistry and sewing! Thank you, Barbara, for your terrific reviews. :-)
1/8/13 8:31 PM
Both versions are lovely, but I really love the flatlocking in contrasting thread. Such a professional touch! Thank you for sharing your methods on this.
1/8/13 9:39 PM
Love the flatlocking!
1/9/13 4:45 PM
Thanks for including details on matching the stripes in your second top: knowing about others' re-do's always motivate me when I encounter similar problems in my sewing!
2/15/13 0:01 AM