I've had this Butterick 4937 pattern in my stash for a few years. I love view A with the button closure and no collar style. Classy looking.
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| Butterick 4937 |
I made this muslin from a piece of cotton that has been in my stash forever. The fabric is a little stiff but ironed well and didn't fray too bad. I lengthened the top by 1" and increased the waist and hips as my usual pattern adjustments.
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| Butterick 4937 Muslin |
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| Back View |
I used a piece of elastic for the loop in place of the called for cording. I like that it gives a little when you move around.
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| Waist pleats & button closure |
Waist tie made from a length of packaged bias binding. The facing fit perfectly.
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| Inside facings & ties |
Overall I am very happy with this muslin. The fit is good, the top lays nice and is very comfortable.
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| Live model view |
I'm thinking I need a sway back adjustment.
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| Back View |
Making sure the side seams are straight & perpendicular to the floor.
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| Side View |
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| Front waist view |
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| Inside View |
I'm not a fan of the armhole/sleeve facings. I may eliminate them on the next version.
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| Sleeve facings |
The back hangs a little better with a sway back adjustment. My usual is 1/2" (1" total) horizontal dart tapering to nothing at the side seams.
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| Inside Back view with sway back adjustment |
I'm trying to take more "live model" photos and to change up my photo scenery a little.
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| Butterick 4937 |
I'm thinking a softer, drapier fabric choice for the next version in a solid color so the waist pleats show more.
My helper for the day. It's a little chilly outside so he's been laying on my cutting table, reading the directions to me, after he brought me a little bird and a ground mole this morning!
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| My helper; Sparky the Fat Cat |
Until next time......................
Bonnie
Good kitty! Mine tries to pull out pins while I am pinning. Either that or sleep on the ironing board.
ReplyDeleteOMG my kitty on the ironing board would be a disaster, he's too fat!
DeleteA loved shaped top. I can see with a few tweaks it could be a real go to pattern for you, and in the meantime you have a very wearable top in such a pretty colour.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I am really digging the new modeled shots. Hope you keep them up!
ReplyDeleteThanks, I'm not a fan of photos of myself, but I figure if the clothing is for me I might as well photo them on myself.....I wish I had a professional photographer, but my selfies will have to do.
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