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Butterick B5170 A summer top

by: perfects Tuesday, May 24th, 2011

I love this little top. It was easy to sew, I do believe that this a great op for any beginner. With two bust darts and the side seam – how can you ever go wrong.

I also love the fabric I used, I had this in my stash forever. But when I saw this little top I new this fabric was just the one for this little top.

I used Butterick 5170 size small I also added some length to the waist because I’m long waisted and I need that tad bit extra. This is something I see some ladies ignore from time to time. But when I prepare my pattern it is the first thing I adjust.

sideview and back

I do want to sew the pants as well in one of the colors in this top. I did not wear any pants with elastic before but I guess it maybe a good idea for something casual for a day at the beach.

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6 Responses to “Butterick B5170 A summer top”

LisaB Said:

Great top Patricia……Love the stripes.

I too have being eyeing out the pattern because of the top.

LisaB

Comment made on May 24th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
pdiddly Said:

Very nice – I have made a few tops like this and they are great wardrobe builders.

Comment made on May 24th, 2011 at 2:44 pm
Susan Osterbur Said:

Patricia: Such a cute top. You should do a video of it, like you did my shirt.

Your hair looks so cute up, as well. :)

Comment made on May 24th, 2011 at 3:59 pm
Wendy Johnson Said:

This is wonderful! I could also see t with a white broomstick skirt that has a couple layers of flounce/ruffle with crocheted lace or white jeans, too!

Comment made on May 24th, 2011 at 9:49 pm
Ashford Said:

Definitely make the pant with one of the colors. It would be a stylish summer outfit with a straw handbag. I like the way you fit the top so the neck line lays smooth to the skin at the front and at the back. No gaps in the arm hole either. Good job!

Comment made on May 25th, 2011 at 1:15 am
Sarah Jones Said:

Lovely top, very summery.
I hope you’re having nice weather so you can enjoy wearing it.

Comment made on May 26th, 2011 at 1:00 pm
 

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