A-line tunic version
I wanted to make a simple top for summer. I made these tops using Kwik Sew 4188. The instructions were easy to follow. I would recommend it to others! It has two overlay and two bodice options. I combined both patterns from it.
Front tied version: I used stretched cotton-wool blend fabric. This fabric curled up very easy and was hard to sew. These overlay parts were turned over and shown the wrong side. I pressed these areas again and again but the edges of them warped as time went on. I press tops every time after washing it? NEVER! I raised both side placements of overlay and the waist line by an inch. I also shortened the sleeve length by an inch. If you would like to make a tied front version, I recommend that you cut the overlay parts longer than the original pattern.
Anyway, I'm very pleased with the result. I found this fabric on sale. I love the striped and floral pattern, it goes well with the green linen skirt.
Moving on to A-line tunic version. This style looked like '70s style, haha. I used Italian rayon. I changed the design a lot! The bodice into an A-line silhouette, so I added about 8 inches to the length. I also changed the sleeves from fitted to flared.
Copy trace over and cut. Measure width with a ruler.
Divide into four parts. Cut and open by 7 centimetres (2 3/4 inches). Set the part on the other sheet with tape. Cut out. -Finish!
If you are flat-chest (like me!), you would think the overlay parts are too long. The reason why I had to shorten them by 3/4 inches because they were too loose.
I would love to sew this pattern again. I may make a tee version for summer.
Fabric: Tied front version 52" 1 5/8 yd, A-line tunic version 58" 2yd
Total time spent: 8 hours