I realized today that at least half my closet is made of Jalie; they sure churn out some amazing patterns. I love the fact that the sizing is from baby through plus size adult. One pattern can take me a long way with that sizing. Unfortunately the Canadian dollar is not so strong right now; fortunately that means I can buy a lot of their patterns for not many USD right now
Recently I ordered Jalie 2921 Scarf-Collar Top. This top has many positive reviews on PatternReview and I liked the design of it. I cut a size “V” for the front and a size “V” for the back except the hip I graded out to a “Y”. These sizes are based on my actual measurements. I adjusted for a square shoulder.
The very best part about this top is that it takes 1 yard of fabric. ONE yard!! Plus, I was able to sew it in 1 hour!
The blue one I sewed first in an ITY. It is my wearable muslin. I haven’t hemmed it yet, but I like how it looks so well that I will hem it and wear it. The sleeves turned out a bit tight for my liking.
The second one I sewed out of a teal rayon jersey. It is so soft. I added 1/2” in width to the sleeves and 1/4” to the sides for a slightly less tight fit.
I love this one too, but I think I like how the blue ITY fits better. There is much better recovery in an ITY than a rayon jersey. The rayon jersey tells me I need to do a swayback adjustment next time.
The only thing I don’t like about these tops is the front center seam. I really don’t like that but the scarf covers it up. The way the shirt is constructed, the center seam is vital.
The instructions were excellent; I enjoy having both worded steps as well as picture steps.
All in all I love this top and can’t wait to make more. I will be wearing these two until they fall apart!
Happy Sewing!
~Kristin~
One yard for all that fabulousness?! Wow! These look great on you!
ReplyDeleteI know! I was shocked at using such little yardage. Thanks Gail!
DeleteYou make me want to pull this pattern out again! Especially seeing how you work the ties on it. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley! You should make it! It would look great on you, too!
DeleteYes, I love them, especially the first top. I like the ties tied too. We can now get Jalie through one supplier only that I know of in the UK (online) and I was browsing these patterns online last night! I think this would make a great work top under a jacket too. Adding it to the list!
ReplyDeleteThank you Philippa! I'm so glad you can get Jalie now. I order most of mine in PDF now because I like having them stored on my computer ;-) I was thinking how wonderful these would look under a cardi :D
DeleteHow did I not realize this top had a center seam?! It was the first Jalie I bought (years ago after seeing it all over Pattern Review) and I still haven't made it yet :/ Now that I know it only takes an hour, and I'm getting better about sewing for myself, I need to make one up. Yours look great, and comfortable, and I love ITY and rayon jersey :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize the seam at first either. You should totally make it; it's fast and pretty simple. The burrito method they use is really cool. Thanks Angie!!
DeleteThe 'burrito' method you speak of has me intrigued. I must have another look at Jalie. I was put off them by another blogger who never seemed to finish her Jalie projects.
ReplyDeleteI really like this top, you look fabulous.
xx N
It is a really cool method of sewing up the shirt. You can see it on their website - they have all the instructions there for you to see, even without buying the pattern! I love, love, love all my Jalie's and you would get so much use out of all the sizes offered for you and your girls! :D thank you!
DeleteI think I will check this one out, thank you!
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FANTASTIC!!
ReplyDeleteI recently got this pattern and need to sew it up. You've definitely inspired me!
Thanks Nakisha! You should sew it up, it's fast and flattering :D
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