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Maria Denmark: 101 (Kirsten Kimono Tee) - Type:Tops

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1/9/13 7:09 PM

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Highly Recommend

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Rayon Jersey [See other projects in this fabric]

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Pattern: Free KIMONO T-SHIRT PATTERN from MariaDenmark . If you are fast, until January 11 CET you can get 20% off of all Maria's patterns with code TWEET here

Fabric: Soft stretch rayon jersey knit I found on a remands bin Goldhawk Rd. I love the colour combo, remind me of 70's furniture. It moves with my body so its delicious to wear,not so much to photograph.

Size and alterations: M/L Altered the pattern to create a gathering on the neckline by moving the pattern away from the fold at an angle by 10 cm (4in). I did FBA as recommended by Maria. The kimono sleeves were slashed so I could use the print placement to create a fabric design feature, and extended by 1,5 cm (5/8). I must admit that the urge to sew a dart was enormous! I didn't hem, neither the bodice or sleeves. I use my rotary cutter to get a very nice sharp laser-cut style. I should have made the pattern longer by 1,5cm for the hem allowance. Length was a very important part to consider as loose fitting style if too long would have unbalanced body shape= frumpy.

Needle: Stretch needle size 11/75

Stitch selection and size: Stretch stitch W:1.5/H:2.5 and overcast with 3 point zip zag stitch.

Level: Delightfully Easy.
Pattern skill: Perfect for a beginner in search of the 1st pattern. Very few seams.

Year: Modern

Details and Notions: Redrafted the facing making it larger (8 cm)

Time to complete: 1hour of construction the pattern (PDF/Alterations)and 30 minutes sewing.

Will you make it again? Yes, It's such a cute pattern! If I had made this while was studying I would have used it everyday as is so comfortable. Change would be reduce 3 cm on the back length.

What did you particularly like or dislike about this pattern: It's has very clear instructions with photos. Not trying to guess what the pattern means you can see. Don't you find easier when someone else shows you something instead of reading? I do.

Conclusion:With such a simple pattern, fabric placement was where I wanted to concentrated as the main design feature. I finish a PDF pattern which is a major step forward for me. It's was super fun to make.

Sewing Tip: I always re-draw the grain line when making modifications like that

Photo shoot camera: Olympus D 475+ Gorilla tripod.

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	Amanda.Claire said... I love your changes! I am going to add those to my next Kirsten top. 1/9/13 8:58 PM
	AST said... I've been wanting to try this pattern. I love your version. Thanks for the review! 1/9/13 9:47 PM
	katski said... Very cute top! 1/10/13 0:44 AM
	Jstarr4250 said... Very cute top. Your photos always have such a lovely dreamy quality about them. 1/10/13 6:45 AM
	Lucy in Virginia said... Very pretty top! 1/10/13 8:55 AM
	Dee2 said... Love the fabric & the changes you made! Thanks for sharing. 1/10/13 9:11 AM