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Thursday 12 March 2015

BurdaStyle 04/2013 - 106 Orchid Print Top

This top is all about the fabric, a large scale orchid print on a remnant of silk satin that has been in my stash for the last year while I decided what to do with it.  I wanted something with few seam lines to preserve as much of the print as possible, but still something with a bit of interest.



I eventually picked 04/2013 - 106, a very basic top with extended shoulders and pleats on the front neckline.  There is also a dress version, #108.  It's quite boxy and has no fastenings.  I added a bit of shaping at the waist, making sure I could still fit it over my head easily.



I really like how this turned out although how much of that is down to the fabric that I love will be seen when I attempt another version.  It's easy to make, will be a good alternative to a t shirt in the summer and works well under jackets.














24 comments:

  1. Beautiful! Perfect pairing of fabric and pattern.

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  2. That is lovely! The print is beautiful indeed, but I do like the pattern very much as well.

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  3. Perfect use of the print and it looks great with the plain black pants. A lovely top.

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  4. You picked the perfect fabric to make this pattern sing! Love this top on you!

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  5. Oh, I like that! That fabric is PERFECT!

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  6. Gorgeous fabric and it really makes this pattern perfect, enjoy wearing it.

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  7. Lovely fabric and pattern pairing, it does have that 'bit of interest', nice work ;)

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  8. Great top! I love how the pattern shows off the large-scale orchid print.

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  9. Pretty! It is a perfect use for that fabric.

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  10. Lovely! I've been looking at this pattern wondering if it would be shapeless sack but with a pretty neckline, but I think yours has turned out great.

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  11. What a lovely fabric and just the right pattern to show-case it. You have done a beautiful job too.

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  12. Very nice! I really like it and it looks great on you!

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  13. Wow. Great choice. It looks really high end!

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  14. This is lovely! I have made this bit curving the side seams is a stroke of genius. You have inspired me to make it again!

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  15. Fantastyczny jest Twój blog. Szyjesz przepiękne sukienki, bluzeczki. Jestem zachwycona.

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  16. You are on a winner here - great fabric to pattern match! Gotta love that!

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  17. What a great way to showcase such gorgeous fabric.

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  18. Beautiful beautiful fabric, put to great use.

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  19. Why have I ignored this pattern? Now I feel like I must have it immediately! Love your gorgeous print.

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