I tried to follow Zahra's cute pattern for the "retro top" but ended up modifying it a bit. (I also had a few problems with the printed pattern, but maybe I just didn't print it right... I included a picture of my futile attempt to make it all fit ;-))
My modifications: I used jersey for the main part - so no need for a zipper. I also found that the flared style wasn't exactly flattering on me, so I changed the cut from flared to straight. The facing is made from (inflexible) cotton, so on the bottom part, where the bow is tied, the facing is not connected to the body all the way to retain enough flexibility to pull the top your head when the bow is untied.
COMMENTS (18)
Stunningly groovy top on you! Very nice neckline and silhouette! You look fabulous!
I am absolutely in love with your shirt! Beautiful! Did you have to make the shirt longer or was it long enough from the original pattern?
I am jealous :D
It looks really great! I like your combination of fabrics. Good idea to make it with a tie!
great job!!
Very Nice!
Love it!
thank you so much, everybody! :-)
cutexlilshorty: yeah, the pattern was long enough, but I wear burda size 34 and the pattern's a 40, so maybe that did the trick as well...
It suits you perfectly!
This looks really cute and I love the polka dot fabric. When I tried printing this pattern I had problems with it too, but I'm a beginner so modifying it was too confusing for me, haha.
This is so cute!
The polka dot neckline is very nice! Great fit, too!
Lovely top! Great idea to use jersey fabric. I also modified the pattern a bit, and like you, made the sides straight. I love the neckline you added in the polka dot fabric!
heey!! m oso glad some one tried my pattern! sorry i hv been so busy was not checking burdastyle often.. its looks fantastic! u did grt job altering it.. n m so sorry .. most of u had this printing prob..
Loving the poka dot detail. No you didn't print it out wrong I had exactly the same problem when I tried to piece the pattern together.