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Vogue Patterns: 8815 (Misses Top) thumbsup - Type:Tops    printable version
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Posted on:2/25/13 1:54 PM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Pattern Description: Peplum top with raised hemline options and back zipper. I made the sleeveless version.

Pattern Sizing: Pattern is sized from 8-24. I used my usual size 10 for this top and it fits perfectly.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? I think it does.

Were the instructions easy to follow? This is a very simple top to construct once you have the fit down. I had no problems sewing it.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love that this is a peplum top without any fussy details. This lends itself to so many different fabrics and styles! I did alter it a bit to fit myself (I'll elaborate on that later).

Fabric Used: Liberty of London Cotton! Now I get what the big deal is about sewing this fabric. Its like buttah! Seriously, so tighly woven it almost looks like silk. I love love love this fabric. I was able to squeeze this top in only 1 meter! Thats another thing I liked about this top, it doesnt require a lot of fabric.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: Me making a muslin? Who am I? Seriously I don't even know me anymore But jokes aside, this is a fitted pattern and I knew I was going to make many more of these so I took the time to do it right. Here are the things I altered based on my muslin fitting.

1. Neckline - too high, so I removed 1" from the front and back throughout.
2. Shoulder width - too wide - I removed 1.5".
3. Peplum length - Even though most reviewers find this to be too long, I only shortened mine by an inch.
4. After trying on the muslin I noticed a wrinkle from the armhole resulting in a very unpleasant gapping armhole. So I pinned a 1" armhole dart on my muslin and voila, the gapping went away and it gave me such a nice fit. I love it!

I can't recommend Sarah Veblen's The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting Book enough. It was such a simple alteration and I loved the way Sarah explained how to add a dart to a dartless pattern.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will most certainly sew it again and I am even planning a black dress look when I pair this top with a pencil skirt.

Conclusion: Jump on the Peplum wagon! They are so fun and feminine!

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pamscott said...
Looks really lovely on you and I love your choice of fabric.
2/25/13 2:37 PM
EleanorSews said...
How cute is that? You really did nail the fit.
2/25/13 2:51 PM
mssewcrazy said...
That looks so pretty. I can imagine how elegant a black 2 piece dress will be done like this-wonderful way to get a dressy dress from a perfectly fitting top pattern.
2/25/13 2:52 PM
KensingtonCrab said...
What a nice fit!
2/25/13 4:11 PM
prostheticsgirl said...
Very cute! I love your fabric and the fit is great
2/25/13 5:20 PM
carolynw said...
So nice and you look so pretty in this - guess the muslin was worth it this time as you got a perfect fit
2/25/13 6:11 PM
Heatherrique said...
Deepika, this is such an enticingly lovely top on you!
2/25/13 7:53 PM
Elona said...
Deepika, this is so cute on you that I cannot believe it. You chould be a poster girl for this much-loved pattern.
2/25/13 8:06 PM
Levone said...
Beautiful top!
2/25/13 11:03 PM
caper81 said...
Very cute top :) Looks great!
2/26/13 9:41 AM
ClioBklyn said...
Oh, goodie, goodie! This is on my "to sew" pile! It looks fabulous on you (so flattering!) and fits beautifully. Thanks for all the helpful tips.
2/26/13 10:51 AM
Amanda.Claire said...
Awesome top! This is on my to do list also. You really look adorable in this.
2/26/13 5:22 PM
LonestarLady said...
You look fabulous in it. Make 6 more!
2/26/13 8:06 PM
1SewSweet said...
Oh this is beautiful! I too love you idea of a black two piece dress!
2/26/13 10:16 PM
Deepika said...
Aww you guys are so kind to me. I am so making more. I don't really like the sleeves in this pattern so I think I might have to figure out how to borrow from other patterns. I am even thinking of using this bodice as my basic bodice for my fit and flare dress. I mean why do the work again right?
2/26/13 10:57 PM
JEF said...
Love it. The fit is perfect and you look so cute in it!
2/27/13 8:50 AM
BlueSkysAhead said...
love it you did an amazing fitting job.
2/27/13 9:47 AM
ChristineX said...
Great top! I really like the fabric choice.
2/27/13 4:53 PM
norie creates said...
So pretty and very feminine!
2/28/13 9:40 PM
Raye Ann said...
Wow, Deepika, this is perfect on you. Really, effortless and cute!
2/28/13 10:24 PM
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