Wow, that top looks very nice, but that dress is a knockout. I would probably not have looked twice at this top but you bring things to life. Yes, I am off to buy it right now!
If I want to know if a newly released pattern will suit me then I just wait till you sew it! I’ve discovered a whole new wardrobe bcs I’ve realised that styles that I thought would never suit me, in fact do! Our measurements are so similar it’s like having a real life toile, and it makes me laugh bcs we have similar ‘lines in the sand’ too eg I can’t stand pockets either😁. To top it off, I have Chilean ancestry so it’s just another reason why I think you’re an inspiration. Thanks for all you do - it’s brilliant.
Love your top and dress. Your makes look beautiful on you and this makes it approachable for the rest of us. Your passion for sewing really comes across. Hope you sew more ITS patterns. The patterns work well for me.
I appreciated the extra detail you provided on the tape. You explained it was non-stretch, woven, fusible. It appeared to be either light weight or sheer. These extra details help in selecting the appropriate interfacing and tape for the type of fabric used for the garment. Thank you!
Lovely dress and tops! I am especially interested in the interfacing to stabilize the neck and shoulders. My mother bought some thin, slippery knit and I'm not happy with how my neckline turned out for her. I might pick it apart (a-gain) and redo after stabilizing. Usually the fit is more difficult, but this time, I got the fit she wanted but I don't like my sewing. Good technique for me to try! Thank you Karina.
This top is just what I’ve been looking for. Karina, you do inspire me to stretch my sewing muscles. I’ve been away from sewing for a month as I’ve been able to visit my parents. Dad turned 95 and mom is 90. Both are living in the home I grew up in and while they have some health concerns, they are doing very well. Mom asked me to recreate a top for her. So I was able to make a pattern from the top, I really took notice of how it was sewn. I’m going to make a muslin so I can be sure of how to construct it. It has a lined yoke so I will be referencing your videos on that. I never would have even attempted such a thing a year ago when I first began sewing. You are such an accomplished teacher and definitely the one who inspires me. Thank you for enriching the sewing community.
You are indeed sooo inspiring karina. Using your tutorial on lining a bodice I’m even going to try the dress hack. It looks so lovely. Thank you again for sharing 🧡
Hello Karina, I received the newsletter with the new pattern information, and I did not like how the pleats looked. I told myself that I was not going to purchase this pattern, but then I watched your video, on how you constructed it. The details that you emphasized, appeared so much more appealing, and it made the pattern standout even more. I will be adding this pattern to my collection, using your affiliate link, so I that can learn these techniques. Whenever I see a new pattern, I check to see if you have made a video about it. Thank you so much for sharing your love of sewing. Everything you make is so beautiful, and flattering on you. 💖
I think the main goal is to have the pleats right under the bust, not higher and not lower for the style to look good. I made a muslin to check that and it was very worthwhile for me. Making the dress hack was a treat 😃
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles The pleats are positioned at the perfect angle, in your mockup. They initially just looked like extra fabric to me on the pattern, and I'm top heavy, so I definitely do not need extra fabric hanging below my bust line. 😂 I absolutely love the dress. I would also love to see you make the Brasov Top by Itch to Stitch.
This looks like a perfect top for under jackets. I prefer sleeveless tops as I am one of those people that is always too warm. I really do want to try this pattern.
I got the newsletter today too. I wasn’t sure I liked it, so seeing it made up on you was a great help. I’d have to lower that neckline though for sure. That dog print is gorgeous but my poor OCD could never cope with the upside down pieces! Lol lol
Lol the dogs are so small and I’m sure it’s not noticeable for the typical person on the street 😂. That’s what I get for wanting to sew with minuscule pieces.
It’s a lovely print. I did notice the print when you were sewing Up Close…but like you said, “it doesn’t show from a distance” Beautifully done Karina!!! You got me again gotta go to you link 😊🤣. It looks so good on you! 😍
I love this top but I am a senior sewer and I would prefer sleeves. I don’t always want to cover up this gorgeous top with a jacket or cardigan. Do you have a method of adding a sleeve to a sleeveless garment. Thanks for your help. Even though I have sewed for most of my life I have learned much from you. Your precision to details is inspiring.
The easier way would be to take another fitted knit pattern and lay it on top of this one to copy that armhole and use that sleeve. This is a tank drafted with the shoulders coming into the body and adding a sleeve to this armhole just won’t work out well.
Such beautiful makes but that dress, wow. Such a flattering design and that print you used for the dress is so so pretty. With your helpful videos I lined my rayon spandex bodice ( different pattern) . What a difference that made, love the feel of it on. I’ll be doing more of that. One question as I’m fairly new with sewing with knits, can you use a woven bias tape on a knit fabric or does it have to be a knit as well. Actually, a second question, when it says to stitch to stabilise a neckline ( or wherever) do you use a stretch stitch on that or a regular stitch.?
You can’t use a woven bias tape on a knit. You need to use bands or binding. Stay stitching to stabilise necklines is done on woven garments mainly and you use a straight stitch. I replace that with tiny strips of interfacing sometimes. This tank’s construction is different to other knit sewing steps and with this one the stabilising was done with interfacing. Most knit tops don’t stabilise anything. You wouldn’t stay stitch a knit neckline.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles I knew you did on the stabilized areas…I did hear you say that. Just wanted to be sure it was a straight stitch for that seam too. Your instruction and sewing is amazing! I adore your videos and your channel is so motivating. Thank you for all you do! And your joyful spirit is refreshing. ❤️
this is a sleeveless armhole, so it’s narrower on the shoulder. To add sleeves you’d need to modify the armhole and draft a sleeve or take the fitted bodice of another pattern with sleeves and try to mash this armhole with another one. In summary, doable but would take some effort.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thank you, Karina. I purchased the pattern (using your link). I am looking at using the sleeve and armhole from the Antrim dress. Haven't done this before, but both are for knits and I can do a "muslin" to see if it works. I do not wear sleeveless, but love the bodice design on this tank. Always enjoy your videos.
@@wandaromero9949 you can see this video to get an idea of what to do. It’s another pattern but the concept would be similar ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bKoxNAxMu-E.html
I found that I didn’t have much interest in the top, but oh my, that dress is so cute! I was wondering though, can you provide a link to either the actual fabric you used or to a fabric of comparable content and weight? I’ve not been successful in locating an athletic knit that would be appropriate for a dress, probably because I’m not familiar with them. By the way, I have really enjoyed your Patreon content!! Thank you!
I can’t provide a link to my fabric because I bought it in an actual brick and mortar shop in Brazil but comparable fabrics you can find named supplex and this one is about 10oz/sq yard in weight.
I actually never said it was an easy pattern to sew or that it was beginner friendly, in fact I mentioned several times that it’s not a project to rush through in an hour. If you prefer simpler designs, then this is not for you.
