This is my attempt at recreating a favourite make from back-in-the-day when I was fit and a healthy weight. And even though I picked up vintage and out-of-print Butterick 5790 in a larger size combination, it didn't work out.
It's snugger than a sausage casing around my abdomen, so I won't be putting it back on unless there is significant weight loss in my future. Fingers crossed. I really like this top so this is a little more motivation to lose weight.
The fabric is a lovely French terry that I picked up many moons ago over at Marshall / Northwest Fabrics. It was pre-treated with a tumble in the washing machine and dryer before hitting the cutting table.
Project details
Seams: Knit (lightening bolt) stitch
Seam finish: Serged
Fabric: 1.4 metres (cotton French terry)
Knit 'N Staple tape: 0.2 metres
Pattern: OOP Butterick 5790, circa 1999
Additional Tools & Supplies: Cutting table, paper scissors, fabric scissors, pins, wrist pin cushion, measuring tape, iron, ironing board, tailor's chalk, Janome sewing machine, walking foot, screw driver, Janome serger, threads, thread clipper and coffee.
Happy Sewing!
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