Adrienne M Nixon | Butterick 5495
Adrienne M Nixon Fashion Designer Birmingham Alabama
Adrienne M Nixon Fashion Designer Birmingham Alabama
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Butterick 5495

Butterick 5495

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Butterick 5495

I took this pic the other day but I made this a couple weeks ago.  I'm in need of basic tops without them being tshirts soooooo, look out for more cute throw on tops lol.

Pattern Description: Loose-fitting tops A, B, C, D with front drape gathered into loop, dropped shoulder, seam details and stitched hems. A, B: sleeveless. C, D: short or long kimono type sleeves.

Pattern Sizing: 8-14

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? Very easy

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I've seen this top in various department stores and I wanted one lol. This pattern was an exact replica.

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Fabric Used: Matte Jersey

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't hem the sleeves. I just made sure they were cut even.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will make this one again in a couple different colors.

Conclusion: Great not so basic top.

**This has been in my drafts forever** Oops, I forgot lol.
31Comments
  • Candice/ 14.05.2011Reply

    Great top Adrienne! I know what you mean about needing the basic tops!

  • Juanita/ 14.05.2011Reply

    I have this in my sewing room in red… just waiting to be hemmed. Yours looks great. Love the fabric you used.

  • Jenny/ 14.05.2011Reply

    Ok… that pattern never really appealed to me (maybe I just gloss over those with no photos) but now I realize I am finishing up a dress that is almost exactly the same. That looks like a great breezey top for summer.

  • NuJoi/ 14.05.2011Reply

    You have done this much more justice than the pattern envelope! It’s on the list.

  • manecoarse/ 14.05.2011Reply

    Wow. That top does look exactly like the ones you found in the stores. Love when that happens. Cute.

  • Carolyn/ 14.05.2011Reply

    Very cute top and so on trend!

  • Michelle B/ 14.05.2011Reply

    That is adorable! You totally inspire me to sew more clothing! I’ve got to get that pattern!

  • Myra/ 14.05.2011Reply

    I love this top too Adrienne! I made it last year August in a Hot Red Michael Kors Silk jersey. I’ve never made it again and don’t know why! It’s goregous in black too! Love your version and you’ve inspired me to pull out that pattern again!! Great Job and love your necklace!

  • allisonc/ 14.05.2011Reply

    Great top and I love the necklace you’re wearing with it too. I can’t believe you found so many versions of this top in the stores!

  • Carla/ 15.05.2011Reply

    cute

  • Jada/ 15.05.2011Reply

    Love that top! Tops are something I need to make a lot of this summer.

  • Beth Conkwright/ 16.05.2011Reply

    Great basic top. It’s very flattering.

  • Colleen P./ 16.05.2011Reply

    That looks REALLY fantastic on you and that necklace is just simply perfect with it! I’ve got several knit tops cut out now, because I too have gotten tired of wearing unflattering tee shirts, and I think this one needs to be added to the list.

  • Roz/ 16.05.2011Reply

    This is very figure flattering. Glad you will make more!

  • TJ/ 17.05.2011Reply

    I like that top. It looks comfortable yet stylish.

  • Ms. Behaving/ 17.05.2011Reply

    Love the top Adrienne…Excellent job! šŸ˜€

  • Kimberly/ 17.05.2011Reply

    Such a cute top. It’s very flattering on you. I’m definitely going to look for this pattern. I’ve seen the top in stores and was going to try to knock it off, but I love it when I don’t have to put in the effort.

  • nylse/ 18.05.2011Reply

    since i read the post on commenting i will leave a comment, since i too appreciate comments and followers.
    anyhow – you are a great seamstress…my first response was “make me one!”
    šŸ™‚

  • Kyle/ 18.05.2011Reply

    PR member “Leslie in Austin” was wearing this shirt in burnt orange at PR weekend–I really like both colors!!

  • Susan - Knitters Delight/ 19.05.2011Reply

    Hold up – I have this pattern, but have yet to pull it out. I love yours, so I need to get going on mine.
    Gotta love a copy cat, huh? lol. I say, imitation is the highest form of flattery, so consider yourself flattered by me. lol

  • Lynne/ 20.05.2011Reply

    I LOVE this top! I have it ready to go, too, since I have a few ready to wear tops of the same type that I have worn and worn, Yours look great!

  • Monique/ 23.05.2011Reply

    Very nice. Yeah we always need the basic. Lookin good Adrienne!

  • Cennetta/ 24.05.2011Reply

    This is very nice top to beef up your wardrobe. I’ve seen it in stores too. I purchased this pattern last year. You and a few others are encouraging me to make a few myself. lol

  • Lori/ 24.05.2011Reply

    Oh, so cute, going to have to make this one.

  • renee/ 27.05.2011Reply

    love this top. Bought it a few weeks ago. It is so comfy and dresses up some jeans nicely.

  • Katie Parrish/ 28.05.2011Reply

    That top looks great on you!

  • Lynnelle/ 30.05.2011Reply

    Where you at girlie?!

  • Helen/ 08.06.2011Reply

    This top is SO cute! I have a pattern like it, and I have GOT to make it.
    BTW, linked to your blog in my latest post. Just so’s ya know.
    http://helenkosings.wordpress.com/2011/06/08/briefs-for-wednesday/
    Loving all the pictures. Now I gotta get off the puter and get some housework done!

  • Robin/ 10.06.2011Reply

    Love the top! I also need some tops like that – exactly as you said – not T shirts, but something you can throw on and wear easily.

  • Debbie Bond/ 21.07.2011Reply

    What a great seamstress you are! It looks better than anything from the stores. I’m definitely going to buy this pattern for myself. You can make it for me, lol!

  • knit tops/ 15.12.2011Reply

    Wow. Such a cute top! I never would have know you made it yourself.

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