I made this blouse out of a cotton voile by Anna Maria Horner (I am SO excited about this!) and another Built by Wendy Simplicity pattern. It was a super simple 3 pattern piece top and I whipped it up in no time. It’s nice and cool for summer but I can’t wait to layer things underneath it for winter.
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Jul 31, 2010, 12.39 AMby tasallison
the perfect universally flattering colour!
Jul 29, 2010, 12.44 AMby sewbissy
This came out so nicely. I’d love to sew with the Anna Maria Horner voile sometime!
Jul 28, 2010, 07.22 PMby marvage
I love this! I’ve tried making 3835 as well but have had some trouble with the fit. Did you have to make any modifications to the pattern? Originally I went down a size because the muslin was huge, but find it hard to fit the arms and upper back as they tend to be a little tight.
Your version looks great! I love the fabric!
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Jul 28, 2010, 08.01 PMby hannnah
I made the size 8 because it was the correct bust size on the pattern, but next time I make it I will definitely make it a size larger. It’s a wee bit too tight in the underarm. I have found the sizes are a little weird with most of these Built by Wendy patterns.
Jul 28, 2010, 08.09 PMby marvage
Thanks Hannah – that’s what I found as well with the underarms. I’m thinking of modding the pattern. I do like the style of the shirt and it is so easy to make!
Jul 28, 2010, 07.05 PMby Shira B
It’s really cute :) I looked a lot for a simple pattern of a nice shirt… maybe I’ll try this one :D
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Jul 28, 2010, 08.07 PMby hannnah
You definitely should. The pattern was worded strangely, so I wouldn’t make it unless you have a decent amount of background in sewing. Also, as I was talking about with marvage (above) the sizing is weird so altering the pattern might be necessary.
Jul 28, 2010, 05.16 PMby andread-2
Nice! I love the print.