Simplicity 1072 Ponte Knit Top

I need to get out of my comfort zone when sewing.  I picked up the Simplicity 1072 pattern earlier this year with rave reviews for the top. 

I used a piece of ponte knit scrap leftover from a dress for the front and back and used 1yard of black ponte knit for the sleeves and neckband.  I didn't use the waist band for this muslin.

I was very pleasantly surprised that the sleeves didn't need to be enlarged for my size.  I did add have to add 1-1/2" to the bust for my full bust adjustment and 2-1/2" to the waist and 4-1/2" for the hips from the size 20 I cut out. I added 2" at the length.   Nothing unusual here.  The directions were very well written.  The neck band fit perfect into the neck.  Great job there.  I feel the neck is a little low for me but that's an easy fix.  The pattern was easy to sew up and I think I may be ready to make another. 

This will be a wearable muslin for me. 



Simplicity 1072



Simplicity 1072 Ponte Knit Top



Simplicity 1072 Ponte Knit Top-Back View



Simplicity 1072 Ponte Knit Top

If it ever gets cold here in Florida I will be able to wear this top.  We're expecting the upper 80's here until after the New Year!  Why did we cover the swimming pool this year?

I'm off to sew something wonderful!

Until next time..................

Bonnie