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Turtleneck top


I spent a good hour or so sewing last night and completed the top from my Japanese sewing book. I did make a mistake when interpreting the pattern. I put interfacing where it wasn't needed (but ripped it out) and I did a bit of a terrible job on my last button hole (but you can't really tell... shhhh) but other than that it turned out prettier than I had hoped even if there was a lot to do with the top model that was wearing it, hee hee.

Now all I have to do is source a prettier colour that matches the original picture in my book (which I will order from Tessuti).

On a side note: I did not include a seam allowance when cutting out the pattern as it was meant for children 90cms tall. It fits perfect for my daughter who is 83cms tall. I used a 3/8" s.a when sewing it all together.

So... what do you think?
edit: I have now posted some pics of it on Flickr. Please feel free to ask questions etc. I have also posted a pic of a skirt which is my next project.
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  1. Sarah-JoJuly 17, 2008 at 8:55 PM

    OMGosh that is adorable and your DH is so right ti looks very professional!
    Well done Kim you did an awesome job on the top :)
    Your daughter is so beautiful and the top is the perfect fit!
    must be very satisfying! especially when people comment on how cute the top is....you made it!

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  2. UnknownJuly 17, 2008 at 9:36 PM

    your top is gorgeous! I love how the neck falls down on one side and the little model is very cute!

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  3. PetaJuly 19, 2008 at 8:23 AM

    The top is gorgeous as well as the model. Well done. I have this book in the way, I can't wait to get it now!

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  4. CherryMarch 15, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    I've been looking at getting the same Japanese book as the one you have, and after seeing this gorgeous top I will definitely be getting it! You seem to have made some very funky clothes from it!

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