The pattern for this top is Simplicity 3893. We're making a number of modifications to it along the way, including the length of the sleeves and the shape of the hem.
The most important alteration is to allow extra room for a fuller bust, otherwise the empire seam will be too high, and Shira will be showing a little more cleavage than she bargained for!
You can see where I've added more fullness in the bust area. Hopefully this will fit Shira better than it fits my dress form!
The wide belt continues from the front band, and ties in a satisfyingly large bow at the back.
The hem has been changed so that it comes to a point at the front and back. All raw edges are trimmed with bias tape. On the finished garment, these will be in a contrast colour.
This is just the toile. The finished garment will be made in a lovely soft shimmery fabric.
And now to finish the matching skirt, so I can send both items out in the post for Shira to try on!
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