Sunday, July 17, 2011

McCall's 6326- Mustard Yellow One Strap Top

I just made it back from vacationing/visiting my In-Law's in Florida and I mentioned in my last post, I made a few items to take with me. I took both my black and gray jumpsuits and the below top. 
I first played around with this pattern HERE. I didn't have much success with it due to a bad fabric choice and the fact that I refused to take it apart and make the necessary adjustments. Well I decided to give another view a shot but with a few modifications and that's how I ended up with my top! I absolutely love it! It's one of those tops that I could have 10 of, but I'll try not to go overboard with it.


McCall's 6326

Pattern Description:
Close fitting top with shoulder elastic casing

Pattern Sizing:
I cut the size 10

 (Here's a better view of the color)

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, but I made a few modifications which I'll describe below.

 Were the instructions easy to follow?
Pretty much!

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I loved the overall design!

Fabric Used:
A lycra knit in a mustard color. The pictures don't do it justice. It's such a great color. Also, the lycra is great because it provides control to such a fitted top.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
1. Slashed and spread the pattern 2". I didn't want the lower half of the top to be fitted. I wanted it to flare out a bit.
2. Lengthened the pattern 2"
3. I ended taking out about an inch or 2 out of the shoulder strap so it wouldn't be loose.
4. I also tacked the shoulder strap to the back bodice piece.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Oh yeah! I have some royal blue lycra waiting to be transformed into another top.

Conclusion:
I love, love, love, love, love this top a thousand time over! It is so my style!
And of course after almost 2 weeks of being apart (she was at Grandma & PaPa's house) I was reunited with my Wee-One! I enjoyed my little break (and got to sew up a storm) but there's nothing better than being a Mom!!!

22 comments:

  1. Very cute. Lovely color. This is on my to-do-b4-summer-is-over list.

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  2. I love your top! Perfect for summer, and the color and style are very flattering on you!

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  3. Your top is gorgeous and a perfect fit. And I couldn't agree with your more, there's nothing better than being a mom. In just three to four weeks, I'll be a mom six times over.

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  4. I love that top! You chose a wonderful fabric, it's such a pretty color. :}

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  5. I love this top on you, especially with the modifications you made. It is striking!

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  6. this turned out great, I love the color also, it does look great on you

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  7. That is a gorgeous top... Looks simple yet stylish... Nice to see you the pic of you and your little one.... So heart warming!

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  8. Cute top and very flattering! I like the rich, mustardy Colour.

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  9. I like the flare you added at the bottom. balances the top well. Glad you got your daughter back home. I know you missed her.

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  10. I really like this top! It is a great style and it looks nice on you. I also enjoyed seeing the pic of you and your little one together! Precious!

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  11. I love how you made the bottom flare out. It really fits the top. Love the mustard, too!

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  12. The one shoulder shirt is very striking. It looks lovely!

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  13. That is absolutely beautiful! i am new to your site but am on a similar mission. i have heard of the 10,000 thing before and think it is true. I am sewing for 365 days and sharing it.

    I have a lot to learn from you. Your projects are stunning! Thanks

    ~Sewing Projects Living Dailies: Joanna

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  14. This is a really cute top! Absolutely love the color...in fact I just purchased a similar color recently!

    Your "wee one" is sooooo cute!!

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  15. Love, love, love your top. Like what you did to the bottom, and the color is fabulous.

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  16. Love your top! I see why you would want to make more..it looks great on you!

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  17. You look amazing in this top! I know why you want to make more than one, two or ten!

    Carolyn
    Diary of a Sewing Fanatic

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  18. Everything about this top is first-rate...it is easy to see why you love it!

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  19. I love it too. You are looking cool and fresh. I bought this pattern about two months ago and have yet to make.

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  20. This top looks great! It looks like it's easy to wear, too. Good job!

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  21. That photo of you with your daughter is spectacular!

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