When I say T shirt. I mean something that's very wearable and classic in style, with the added bonus that you can just pull it on over your head. I didn't want to make it from traditional T shirt fabric either, I wanted to step it up a notch, so this little number is made from Liberty Tana lawn.
After a great deal of head scratching and pretending I knew what I was doing (I really didn't), I came up with a basic tee shape that I was happy with. Sadly, I can't give you the magical formula of how it was drafted as it's mostly a mash-up of my bodice block and the Colette Laurel top, with a bit of Simplicity 2154 thrown in for good measure. There are no zips or buttons (hoorah) so it does indeed slip on over your head like a T shirt, but there are also six darts added to give it a bit of shape. Once I'd stopped fiddling about with the pattern pieces, this was a very quick make. The hem and sleeves are simply overlocked and hemmed and the neckline is finished with bias binding (as per the Laurel top instructions).
I can see it becoming a real all-rounder in my wardrobe as it's such a classic style. It looks good tucked into a denim skirt, or worn loose with slim trousers and wedges. Ah, a Liberty T shirt, the best of both worlds in my opinion! x
Looks fabulous! Love the Liberty.
ReplyDeleteThanks, I'm a BIG fan of Liberty! x
DeleteThe perfect tee! You look fabulous.
ReplyDeleteAw thank you! x
DeleteThis looks great! I'm loving this style at the moment as you note it's so versatile :-) x
ReplyDeleteThanks, I think it will be really versatile over the summer. x
DeleteI really love the idea of a classic t-shirt silhouette in a woven cotton! It looks fantastic, easily dressed up or down.
ReplyDeleteYes, that's exactly what I wanted so I'm really pleased with the finished T shirt! x
DeleteGreat idea! I still need to get a hold of a good woven t-shirt or top pattern for summer... Weirdly it's easier said than done. Or maybe I should just copy you and draft my own! Decisions, decisions
ReplyDeleteYou're right, I couldn't find one I liked either, especially one with the amount of shaping I was after. You could draft your own in a minute Jenny! x
DeleteOoh lovely, pretty and versatile, nice sandals too!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Sandals are from Clarks a couple of years ago, I bought two pairs because I loved them so much. This is the second pair!
DeleteLove it! you can't go wrong with Liberty. Did you add bust-darts?
ReplyDeleteI agree, Liberty fabric always looks fab! Yes, there are two bust darts, two contour darts in the back and two contour/waist darts in the front. It started out without the front contour darts but I just looked pregnant, so they were quickly added! x
DeleteThanks for the deets! I made something similar a while back. One with darts and one without. The darts win as they just give a enough shape. x
DeleteLove it. I'm stealing your idea to make something similar from a metre of a beautiful cotton I have. 6 darts though! I have a good self drafted sleeveless top (princess seams in front, darts in back) that fits well, so I just need to figure out sleeves. I have Laurel, but I also have a Sewaholic top pattern with a raglan-esque sleeve, which might be easier and I quite like a raglan. If it works out, I can definitely see a Liberty splurge in my near future.
ReplyDeleteThe self drafted sleeveless top you describe sounds perfect. The sleeves from the Laurel were a nice fit on me so may be worth considering them. Good luck! x
DeleteI love that fabric, what with this and your giveaway I think I am going to have to invest in in some Liberty lawn I have just picked up Simplicity 1692 and I think it would be perfect.
ReplyDeleteSimplicity 1692 would be absolutely perfect in a Liberty print. I think you may have to invest! It will be worth it! x
DeleteIt's so lovely! I want one, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks, you should make one! x
DeleteGorgeous T shirt & fabric.
ReplyDeleteThank you! x
DeleteI just finished another Anna dress but with the first piece of liberty tana lawn I've ever bought. It is such a gorgeous fabric and I managed to leave myself enough for a simple top. Love your one!
ReplyDeleteOoh an Anna dress in Liberty fabric sounds lovely! x
DeleteLove your Liberty top. Have been wanting to make a similar top but am concerned that it would turn out too boxy looking. Will have a go now with my tana lawn and use the Lauren pattern.
ReplyDeleteThe Laurel pattern is very close to ideal but it was too boxy for me. I added two contour darts to the front and still managed to get it over my head, so well worth trying. Good luck! x
DeleteLooks gorgeous, like the idea of no closures, just throw on and go :)
ReplyDeleteYes, no closures was a definite deciding factor! x
DeleteSometimes simple is the best, this is simply lovely. Well done very inspiring.
ReplyDeletegreat t-shirt as we say in Danish, I have sewn myself several from the pattern in this magazine:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ottobredesign.com/lehdet_js/2014_2/index.html?fi
it is the one to the left
thanks for a great blog also, from Dorte in Denmark
Good afternoon. I love to comment on Liberty tees and tops when I'm wearing mine. It's gotten so hot here but pulling a Liberty simple over one's head is like being offered an icy drink. Lovely. I love that print -- does it have a tiny splash of a color from the flower on it?
ReplyDeleteAdorable!
i have grainline's scout tee all printed AND some liberty-like print in my stash... i may have to copy you!
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely t-shirt. I could see myself wearing it everyday.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I love it :)
ReplyDeleteThat has timeless style. Jo x
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