As with most eyelets, the fabric is quite sheer and has large holes so underlining was necessary. I used a white batiste that I found at JoAnns. The top went together quickly and the only adjustment I made was to take in the waist a bit to add some shape. I used my commute to work this morning to insert the elastic in the neck and sleeves. After trying it on, I realize I need to make a few tweaks. I forgot the sleeves hit way up high and cut the elastic too short so I'll re-cut and insert arm elastic. Here is what the top looks like right now:
Yes, that's right. A white shapeless blah. Here is what it looks like if I pull in the sides a bit:
Looks better but I think I would need to insert a zipper to get it on and off. I already serged the seams so that isn't going to happen. Instead, I'm going to add a casing below the bustline like shown in View D and hope it creates the shape I'm looking for.
I would like to finish this one up tonight and any input is welcome!
Can't help because I don't sew and lack a lot of the fit knowledge you gals who do sew seem to have, but I love a peasant blouse... on others. I've not found one that really looks good on me. (Not that THAT stops me from wearing them...)
ReplyDeleteI just posted this on FB, but thought I'd add it here too.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all I don't think this top looks as bad as you think it does. It could be that your eye just isn't used to that shape on you. That being said, I know no matter what someone says if I don't feel right in something I won't wear it. Try the elastic in the back to shape your waist as I think what's bothering you is that this hides your cute shape. That way you can still get it on and off. What does it look like if you accessorize with a long necklace to break the expanse of white and add a vertical line? I agree that the elastic under the bust just doesn't work well in a woven. I tried that on a top for my daughter and it was not a flattering look.