I wanted to make several casual tops for the next month because I just need them. Also I want to make something different than my long sleeved t-shirt that it's the only thing I wear during winters to go to work. Yeah, kind of boring I know!
Well for this top I chose McCall's 7286
I used a sweater grey knit remnant that I had left from a cardigan I made last autumn but didn't keep because I didn't like the fit. I gave it to my mother. She was happy! Anyway I had just enough to come up with those two pieces , front and back and the rest is a black polyester knit I had in my stash waiting to be used. For the view I did a mix of view D with the bodice of view A, only instead of cutting a rounded border I did it straight.
I really love the look of the raglan sleeves. And the easy way this top gets done..really it's so easy! I cut a size M and although it looks like the pattern envelope I feel like its a little bit to lose and I will be making it small next time.
I think it's a pretty good wardrobe builder and for sure you can get creative with different colors and fabrics. Mine is black and grey and it's a little boring but its really comfortable and warm. It's going to get a lot of wear for sure!
I can't wait for the next time I will make myself another one ...but I just cant make up my mind in what fabric to use exactly.
Sometimes the part where I have to figure the fabric and the pattern is the part that takes the most time even than sewing. It's like I'm afraid to make the wrong choice and regret it later or waste fabric.
Does that happen to any of you? Do you have tips? I hope to hear from you!
In the meantime I have to start thinking about my next casual top.
See you soon! Happy sewing!
