I completed a second Sorbetto Top today with a few modifications to the pattern. First, I used the 'Slash and Spread'* method I learned in college to move the side dart to the neck.
That side dart was starting to get a little boring. I also raised the neckline in the back and finally made a highly decorative scalloped hem in the front. I even went as far as to make a little vintage-y bow for the neck with the extra bias tape that I made.
Yep, made my own bias tape again!!! Although I like the details of this top with the darts and the hem and the bow I really don't like the print. Close up it's a navy and white floral with little poppy-red dots of color but from afar it just gets lost and reminds me of an old ladies night gown - or something they would
make you wear in the hospital.
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| Dart & Bow |
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| Scalloped Hem |
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| Fabric Close Up |
Overall, the modifications turned out great and the neck darts look fantastic. They add to the vertical lines in the blouse and are very slimming. I just wish I liked the fabric more. It's difficult to be excited about the finished product when the fabric is so lack-luster. Luckily it was 40 cents, thrifted. I am taking my new top for a spin to the grocery store to see if it grows on me.
Tomorrow I cut out the Madeline Bloomers.
*I haven't been able to find a good tutorial for the 'Slash & Spread' method so I will post a little how-to soon. It's so easy!
Also: That first top I made with the upholstery fabric is still left unfinished. I've been considering my options and have decided to just buy some pre-made bias tape and finish the damn thing. Maybe a navy blue?
