Now that I know what I've been missing, I need to accumulate a few more of these babies.
Because I'm up to my earlobes in more theater sewing, I'm going to be lazy and copy my Patternreview here.
Pattern Sizing: Jalie sizes R through FF, or 33" to 50" bust. I made a size V (equivalent to 37" bust) but I think I could have gotten away with size U.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes. Here's a photo on me and one on Evelyn. The sign of a good pattern - that it looks as good on me as it does on my much smoother dress form.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? No dislikes at all. I may have finally been converted to Jalie, which I've resisted up to this point, mainly because I have a wall of pattern magazines and it seemed like a shame to fall for yet another line of independent patterns. Mea culpa!
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None at all. Straight out of the envelope. There's only one change I would make next time - I mentioned above about the burrito-wrap you have to do to get the clean collar, and while it works really well as is, pulling the top out of one tie end and then sewing the tie closed by hand was my least favorite part. Next time, I think I'll leave the opening a little further up and sew the bottom of the tie closed - I think it will be less noticeable hidden further up the seam. I understand it was probably done this way because most people won't want to sew MOST of the seam, stop, and then pick up again 2 inches later to get a better finish, but I think it would be well worth the effort, especially depending on your fabric. My contrast black doesn't show much in the way of stitching, but a lighter color definitely would.
Conclusion: A great addition to the work wardrobe, and a use - finally! - for all those little buckles that seem to have multiplied in the notions drawer.
13 comments:
Very pretty top, it is a wonderful pattern.
Very nice, and Jalie is great. I love the criss cross top for my daughter and have some others to try soon.
I love Jalie - this is a GREAT pattern.This top is beautiful. You're right - they have wonderful instructions, too
Very pretty top. I think I will try this with my KS pattern.
I never tried jalie yet, but this top is lovely indeed, so maybe, now I hear your enthusiastic review I should try it out. You look great in it!
Beautiful top! I think i should give it a try, too.
VERY flattering! I don't have that particular pattern, but I love Jalie! I coulldd bring the jean pattern along in May if you want. Let me know.
Terrific top! It's wonderful to find a pattern company that works perfectly for you.
Very cute! I have not tried Jalie either, though people have me believing I could just sit down and make a pair of jeans from their pattern.
Now you know why I love them so much!
Karen, I love your top! The knit is fabulous. I have a Jalie pattern and haven't used it (yet) either.
Have a good weekend!
Very pretty top. I love that print!
Great fitting top. Love the use of the contrast for the neck tie.
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