Spots and stripes
This is the tale of two tops.
The pattern is a modified Alexa T-Top. The shoulders, neckline and sleeves are all original, but I added extra room in the side seams and altered the hemline for a more relaxed and flattering fit. I’m all for clothes that ‘skim’ over my mummy tummy!
The spots are a 100% cotton. I usually prefer knits with a little of lycra or elastane, but I couldn’t go past these random mustard spots. I’m not sure how the fabric will wear, there are already a few tiny holes appearing in the seams, but I’m happily going to wear this top until it falls apart.
I was so excited when I finished the spotty version. I had a ‘could this be my favourite knit top ever’ moment. So, I headed to the stash, pulled out some precious stripey jersey (all stripes are precious, right?) and decided to get a little creative. BIG BIG BIG mistake.
The umpire vibe is strong and this top has been relegated to house wear.
Not my finest moment, but how about I distract you all before I quickly exit right, with some recently released free knit sewing patterns from Nosh. Okay, the instructions might be in Finnish, but I’m sure those with a little experience of sewing knits will find them a breeze!
Pattern: Tessuti’s Alexa T-Top Pattern
Size: Small with 3/4 sleeves
Fabric 1: Cotton knit from Spotlight
Fabric 2: Cotton/elastane jersey from Nosh
Alterations: Extra room has been added to the side seams and the hemline altered for a more relaxed fit.
Accessories: Chevron scarf was a gift & orange silk tie from the op shop. Raffia Chic shoes purchased from Scarlet Jones
I love the green stripes- no umpire vibes at all!
Thanks Meg. Maybe it will grow on me with time.
I love the green striped top! Definitely not a mistake and definitely something I would wear.
Thanks for the reassurance Patricia. It might get it’s day outside the house yet!
I don’t get the umpire vibe at all! I think it looks really great and that top must make it out of the house! Cute spots – love the colour.
Oh you’re a gem. Yes, maybe I will pluck up the courage to wear the stripes outside the house, meanwhile the spots are being enjoyed.
I love that mustard spotty top! And the green stripes is a great colour combo, but it’s a shame you have the umpire association with it. I find that once I have a strong association like that, I can’t get over it, no matter what anyone else says!
You’re right Shivani. Those strong associations never leave us!
Lovely fit! And l shall be checking out those nosh patterns! Love the new look too xx
Thanks Sarah. I have my eye on the Jackie Dress.
NO! Don’t keep the striped top for home wear only, it is lovely. Really. I see no umpire vibe and I love the stripes being changed up from vertical to horizontal. You must share it with the world. ☺
Thanks Elle. I’m doing my best to get over the umpire thing and your comment is reassuring.
Love both of these tops! I think the green one deserves an outing or two…not umpire-ish at all! Also, your new site look is just as fabulous as you…which is lots fabulous 🙂
You sure know how to make a girl feel good Bree. Thanks for the blog love… it’s even better than expected!