Thursday, August 12, 2010

Simplicity 4020 for the Third Time

I can't find where I ever reviewed this top, so I will do it now.



Pattern Description: Misses knit top with two variations, blousy and an empire kimono crossover.
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Sizes:4 to 20

Instructions:  Easy to follow and helpful in sewing the garment

Likes and Dislikes:  I like the variations, kimono styling and stylish look

Changes:  I added 3/4" to the bodice front and back on my third version.  My first two were not quite long enought.  I also added 2" to the length.  The first time I made this top from a wonderful sweater knit, I didn't add length and the top was short to begin with.  A trip through the dryer made it way too short.

Fabric:  First time a sweater knit, second time a pink/white lycra knit stripe from fabric.com and the third time a very pretty jersey knit from Needle Nook Fabrics

Conclusion:  This pattern was voted ABest Pattern of 2007 and again in 2008 on Pattern Review.  I think it still looks stylish and fun. 

Third time:


Second time:


I can't find the picture of the third but I did find it on my blog, finally so here is the link to the third

And I did find where I originally reviewed it, mixed in one blogpost with several reviews.Here is it if you want to look at that, too.

4 comments:

  1. Lovely top and can see why it was voted best pattern. Cross over bodices are always flattering.

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  2. I particularly like the grey striped one. I can see myself making this top.

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  3. Cute tops. This is a favorite of mine too. I made the same view twice.

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  4. I've seen this pattern made up before, I've always liked it. Your tops turned out terrific!

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