Testing out a bunch of Style Arc knit top patterns. I made this ages ago, but the knit fabric was so soft I needed to wear a padded bra and I couldn’t be bothered, so like here we are 6 months later when it’s totally not the season for short sleeves lol.
This project made me decide to buy a cover-stitch machine. Or more specifically, a Janome 1200D so I can have 3 stitches in one. Now to save up…
Some notes I made as I sewed, although the main one is I need to use knit fabrics with more structure…
Besharl Top
- Overlocker seams is fast and convenient, I should do this more often 🙃
- Twin needle on knits with the sewing machine results in channelling, despite me looking up ways to try to avoid this ☹️
- Diagonal feature lines not as prominent on the actual garmet as expected
Courtney Top
- Reduced length by 10cm
- Using a zig zag stitch on the hem ironed out well, a better result than the twin needle.
- Probably would work better in a woven fabric, even though the pattern says knits can also be used.
Teagan Top
- This top was essentially a mix of the Bersharl side seams and Courtney sleeves
- I liked that the pattern included a shorten line, ended up shortening by 10cm
- Used a walking foot for the hem – works super well
- Ignored neck binding instructions, seemed like a pain in the ass
- Tried top stitching all seams, pretty pleased with the flat non-crinkled result. Walking foot so good
- Side seam detail not as obvious in this one compared to the Bershal
Ada Top
- The pockets don’t look very elegant, probably because the fabric is too soft
- I like the shape of the collar
I guess by spring time I’ll be ready to make some better versions of these tops 😁
Categories: Sewing
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