Straight to it today! Here is the pattern – McCalls 5337.
And here is my interpretation!
The fabrics were in my stash, and were formerly part of June’s stash. I have no idea how old they are or what they are made of. The floral is a gauzy weave and is possibly a cotton mix, and the spot is also quite light and sheer but feels like a different fibre combination. I was very happy when I pulled these from the piles of fabric and realised how well they would work together!
I cut the size 10 as the pattern looked as though it would have loads of ease, and it seems to fit quite well – loose without being baggy. The construction was quite unusual, as the “sleeves” are a little more like wings or a cape, and are attached at the front yoke and at the back they are inserted into side back seams. It makes them rather fluttery and I think they look a little asian inspired.
Because this is such a distinctive style I possibly wouldn’t make it again, but I definitely do like it! Nice for the last few warm days before Easter, when autumn tends to kick in with a vengeance.
What a great top, and fabric from the stash too!
I really like this Lara! You look really good in it. The floral print on black makes it look elegant.
What a lovely top! The fabric goes great together.
It is georgous Lara.
It looks great lara . It really suits you !
Nice top! It really suits you.
Great top – the fabrics go well together.
Looks love, the material is gorgeous I really like the spotted fabric. Perfect for autumn.
ya look good! Really like it.
Great fabric combos – well done for cutting the size 10!
This top is stunning! Well done!
This a lovely top and the fabrics are perfect together. It is really nice. It looks very professional.
When I was admiring that top last week I had no idea that you made it. It’s fantastic.
You look absolutely lovely in this blouse. I made the very same blouse of Indian sari silk and proudly went to a church meeting where someone asked me when I was expecting!
I have moved this pattern on but even though I understand the part you mention about the sleeves being a bit odd to insert – I think you should make it again because it drapes very nicely on you.
This is great Lara – I can’t believe how much you have been making for yourself – how do you find the time!