Friday, July 6, 2012

Swiss Dot Top and Burda Pants

Here are two more projects inspired by my Spring/Summer 2012 wardrobe. The top is actually one I added in. I thought the floral print would work well with the color scheme and would be versatile in that it could be paired with several of the bottoms and jackets. The ankle-pants are actually a mock-up of the yellow pants in my inspiration photo. I'm still on the prowl for the perfect shade of yellow, stretch denim or twill fabric for my "real" pair of pants. I also want a pair in pink, like a hot pink.


Let's start with the blouse...


Simplicity 2892

I made view C which is sleeveless, has a pleated neckline, and waistband. I used a cotton swiss dot from JoAnn Fabrics. I spent just under $10. It is very easy to sew, spent about 3-4 hours making it up. The only change I made was to grade the waistband up one size from the rest of the blouse. I was afraid it might be too tight but turns out I probably could have got away with making it all one size.

I am very pleased with the blouse! It is nice and lightweight for the warmer weather but will work great under cardigans and jackets later on.


Next up is the pants. I used Burda Style magazine, issue 07/2010, style 103.


These are a slim fitting pant. They have a jean styling with front pockets, a front zip fly, waistband, belt loops, and back yoke. You can't tell from the pictures but there's also quite a bit of topstiching detail.

I used a black stretch bottom weight, also from Joann Fabrics. I spent about $19.

They are relatively easy to see with some knowledge of pant construction. I did have to consult some illustrated instructions for constructing the front zip fly though. I spent about 5 hours sewing them.

I like the styling of the pant. And they are a very good fit, straight off the pattern without any adjustments. My one dislike is they are a bit high waisted for my preference. They go above my belly button which isn't the most flattering fit for my shape. I usually prefer 1-2 inches below my belly button for comfort of wearing and I think they are more flattering. I know I could probably lower the rise but I don't want to fuss with it. I'll just look for another pattern with lower rise.
I don't know that I will make my colored pants using this pattern. I'm actually leaning toward a skinny fit jean pattern so that they will transition into Fall/Winter. But these are a decent, basic black pant.



Ha! I'm trying to do my amateur model pose while the little one runs amok in the background!

~Jenny


6 comments:

  1. I love the pants! And the floral top is so cute...

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  2. Fantastic outfit. The pants look great on you, and it should be easy enough to shorten the rise for another pair...

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  3. What a pretty floral tank top and the pants look fabulous!

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  4. Hi - just found your blog - hope you don't mind me commenting - I really like your top. It's cute and flattering. I've had this same pattern sitting around for a while and after seeing yours - I think I'll sew it up this weekend. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  5. Very cute top Jenny looks really pretty on you. Love the comment about doing a pose with lil one running around in the background. It's normally my pugs doing the same thing! Love your work!!

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