I finished the latest HP Sunshine top on Friday and it's now my New Favorite Top. All of the Sunshine tops I've made are my favorites but because this one is rayon knit, a fun print and new, it gets a few extra points over the others.
Here it is belted and bloused. I made a self-fabric sash/belt on a whim for the first version and I find I actually wear it belted quite often. So I pieced together some scraps and made a quickie sash/belt for this one too.
This morning I cut Simplicity 3893 (below) and did the FBA alterations. I've pretty much given up on tracing Big 3/4 patterns and just whack away at the tissue. I know my size and my alterations and (knocking wood) very rarely have to go back to the original because of an alteration screw-up.
I've had this pattern for a couple of years now and even though I've kept it out of the cabinet and in the Up Next stack (basket, really), somehow it was always pushed aside. Well, its time came today.
I cut the fabric and then stepped away for a while and took the dogs to the park this afternoon. After dinner I sewed the upper bodice pieces and that's where I quit, until tomorrow sometime.
I don't want to wear two full layers in the summer heat so even though a camisole under this would probably be best, I'm going to cheat and just make a white modesty panel. Then I'll wear the top with the white denim capris I bought last summer, and look smashing of course. LOL!
Happy Easter to those who celebrate it, and remember — those brown jelly beans aren't really jelly beans. ;-)
I can see why you love this top, the fabric is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteNice Sunshine top! I think it would look terrific with white pants, as well as that gorgeous brown print!
ReplyDeleteCute and cute!! The sunshine top looks wonderful in that fabric. The print is fun and the weight is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the top, so pretty and summery. Could you show us how you make your modesty panel, something I'd love to do? Kathy
ReplyDeleteI can see why you love this top so much! Thanks to you I make my own sunshine tops now and I LOVE them!
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric.
ReplyDeleteI like both your tops. I can also whack away at a big 4 pattern, as I adjust on the fly.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful top and bright gorgeous colors.
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter!
The Khalia Ali pattern is one of my favorites. I have made it twice so far. I found that I like a longer skirt on it though even through I am short so I lengthened it on the 2nd version.
ReplyDeleteLove that top and print.
ReplyDeleteI like your latest HP top. Great looking fabric.
ReplyDeleteGreat tops! I really need to get busy and make myself a Sunshine Top.
ReplyDeleteThe HP top is very cute. Love the fabric. I also have the Khalia Ali pattern in my stash. I am eager to see the finished top and any suggestions you have for the pattern.
ReplyDeleteLove your finished top. I just made the kwik sew version of this top and I like it. I'm glad your making the Simplicity pattern since I've had it for a long time too.Can't wait to see what you think of it.
ReplyDeleteLove your top, beautiful fabric!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! That top is just begging for summer temps and a fruity drink. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the sunshine top. Love the prints you choose, as always. Say, do you guys have Soma Intimates out there? (Part of Chicos) They have the greatest bras that are like camisoles. They have this lace panel that goes over the bra and eliminates the need for a cami - hence, no two layers in the summer. Best thing ever.
ReplyDeleteThe Sunshine top fabric is gorgeous. That seems to be a great pattern because everybody loves it. I've got it traced and ready to go. A friend made it and wasn't too happy with it because she thought the neck opening was just too big. She's the only person I've heard of who doesn't like the pattern. The neck opening doesn't look to big on Zillie, so I'm hoping I don't dislike the neckline.
ReplyDeleteI just love that Sunshine top ~ so much that I have made it 5 times in the last 4 weeks. Haven't done it in a wild print yet; yours is so smashing I suppose I'll have to make a 6th!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to keeping up with your sewing adventures here Debbie. I always pick up something useful from you!
I love Hot Patterns. I love your top, it's so bright and happy looking.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your new tops!
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