Wednesday, February 2, 2011

McCalls 6241

For my next project, I worked on another simple top. I decided to start with quick and easy projects with a hopes of building some momentum. I'll need that to get through some of the more difficult or less exciting projects ahead. This top is shown with a pair of cream slacks, but would also be worn with a pair of jeans for a dressed down look or even a knee length skirt.





Pattern Description: Pullover tunics A, B, C have extended shoulders with pleats at one shoulder and side, machine-stitched hems and asymmetrical lower edge

Pattern Sizing: Regular and Plus
Fabric Used: A Sheer Knit recently purchased from the clearance rack at Joanns Fabric for $2.5/yard
Cost to Make: $5 (I buy all my patterns for $1 except Vogue $4)
Time to Make: 1.5 hours

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes

What did you particularly like about this pattern?
I liked the length of the top, the pleated shoulder and assymetric hem

What did you dislike about the pattern?
Nothing

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made?
None, I made this top as directed.

Would you recommend it to others?
Yes. This is an excellent twist on a normal pull over top.

Conclusion:
This top is quick and easy to make. Go for it.
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7 comments:

  1. OmegaFebruary 3, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Cute top, looks great with those pants. Keep up the good work!

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  2. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    i like the look! Thanks for reviewing the pattern :)

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  3. KathyMarch 16, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Just wanted to let you know that we liked your version of M6241 so much that we posted a link from our McCall's Patterns Facebook page. Thanks for sharing.

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  4. SusanMarch 16, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    I love the entire look. Very nice.

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  5. AdrienneMarch 18, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Very cute!

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  6. AnonymousJune 4, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Where do you buy your patterns for $1?

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  7. Sustainably ModernJuly 16, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    I get McCalls, Butterick, and Simplicity from Joanns or Hancock about once a year for $1. About 3 times a year, they will be $1.99. Vogue goes on sale for $3.99 several times per year.

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