Vogue 1247

Pattern Description: Vogue designer series, described as very loose-fitting top and a-line skirt.
Pattern Sizing: sizes 6-18, I made a size 10.
Instructions:  They were easy to follow.  The blouse calls for french seams, and Vogue’s instructions for these were very good.  I liked how they were included with the construction steps and not put in the general sewing information.  I really liked how the top when together, the front darts add great shaping. 
Likes/Dislikes:  It was one I have seen on Pattern Review for a few months and it grew on me.  The pattern was purchased with the skirt in mind but after seeing Sunny Sewer's review, I was sold on the top.  I usually don’t wear this style of top but thought I would give it a try. 
On the end of my sleeves, I have this bit of a up-curl, think it is the bias and stretch of the linen.  I did was my top after construction and that did help it a bit.
Fabric:  A linen from a free bundle with a $75 purchase at Fabric Mart.  I had forgotten how wonderful linen is to work with.  It presses so nicely while sewing, just have to put up with the wrinkles while wearing.
Conclusion:  I am happy I made this top, our temps have been so high and this will be a nice top for hot weather.  I don’t think I will make it again but happy I did try it once.
Here is a picture on me,, just slipped it on with my shorts.  You can already see the wrinkles just from putting it on.

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On the sewing list (which is pretty long) is the skirt and I will take Sunny Sewer's advice to add 6” to the hem of the skirt.