Painting a picture
As soon as I finished sewing my first Painted Rose Top, I cut out and sewed up another one. That’s always a good sign isn’t it?
This liberty print is from a few seasons ago and I purchased it from Tessuti soon after it was released. I love both the coulourway and the print… it reminds me of lots and lots and lots of tiny little brush strokes. Very Monet don’t you think?
This top is pattern number 5 from Ottobre Design magazine Spring/Summer 2/2014. The English version of the magazine (it’s a Finnish publication) says “The design is straight-cut and the …neckline is wide enough for the top to be slipped on even though there is no zipper.” In other words, it’s an easy to sew, easy to wear, woven tee. As you’d expect, the bust darts do give this top a little more shape than others like it.
This pattern has quickly become a favourite and the lack of fitting issues, as mentioned in my previous post, gives me a lot more confidence to sew from my growing collection of Ottobre Design magazines. Sometimes this sewing game is all about confidence isn’t it?
Pattern: Painted Rose Top (pattern number 5) from Ottobre Design magazine Spring/Summer 2/2014
Size: 38
Fabric: Liberty from Tessuti
Alterations: The top was shortened by 3 inches near the hem.
Accessories: Necklaces purchased from Christine’s & shoes from Siricco.
once again, a gorgeous top! I’m quite mesmerised by the Liberty and you have me searching for some Ottobres now 😉
Happy to have you over to browse my collection… Do come!
A disease. So sad… just joking! You look lovely and rock the woven tee
I do see that it’s time to move on and broaden my horizons. I’m setting my sights on some knits next… or that kimono jacket…. or a vest from a Japanese pattern book… or….
I love both your tops! I have been sewing from Ottobre magazine for as long ss they have been publishing it (I’m Finnish) and I really like their simple yet modifiable styles. The only thing that bothers me is that I am in the middle of winter wearing layers looking at beautiful summer stuff you are sewing.. 😀
Summer sewing if my favourite and most productive time! It’s hard when our weather and locations are worlds apart! Come July when it’s cold and wet I will be equally as envious as you Sirkku!
That pattern is a great showcase for the Liberty fabric and looks like it fits you beautifully.
The old saying, ‘the simple things in life are often the best’ is so true.
Both your t-shirts are lovely. I’d definitely like to try a tee pattern with bust darts.
Thanks Barbara. It’s funny how sometimes the simpler patterns are actually the hardest ones to find. Good luck on your pattern hunt.
You’re outdoing yourself with each photo shoot. Nice touch with the waterlillies! It’s a lovely top too.
Shelley, you get a gold star for appreciating the scenery and joining the dots. We were at the Botanical Gardens in Ballarat… mostly in the divine hot house on a not too hot day!
I agree with the previous comment your photo shoots just get better and better. Truly beautiful. I like this one even more than the first, and I loved that one.
Thanks Louise. Liberty has a tendency to steal the limelight!
Another winning top. Beautiful photos too.
Thanks Jean Margaret. I’m very pleased with my new top.
I love this whole oufit, it all looks perfect together. The fit on this top is fantastic, the darts definitely assist as you say. Love it!
Thanks Emma. I’m trying very hard not to fill my wardrobe up for heaps more of them… Move onto the next pattern Anna…
You have me thinking about bust darts now. That is my one complaint with the Scout. I have found a similar pattern that I may have to try! I love the fabric you have chosen and the way you have styled it.
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