I went camping again this weekend and those things I made really came in handy! My water bottle holder became a pouch for all the little pieces of rose quartz that I collected throughout the trip. We got back yesterday, and I had just enough time to put together this little top.
The main body of the top is made from an old pillowcase that I had pre-marriage. I have been saving it because I love the pattern on the fabric. It is hard to see in the pictures, but it is a white on off white floral pattern…perfectly subtle (as you all know…my favorite!). The straps are made of 1/2″ bias tape that I had left over from this blanket. The flowers are made from some cream colored cotton. I cut out petals in the rough shape of figure-8s and sewed two on top of each other. I then took four of these figure-8 petals, folded them in half and stitched them together in a random order. I made five of these “petal bunches” and then stitched them along the right side of the top. I really love the size of these flowers. At first they seemed a bit too big for me, but they make me feel so feminine!
Last night I also altered a pair of trousers that I have been meaning to do for a long time…I put them on inside out and placed the pins along the outer edges where I wanted the seam to be…very easy with great results. I will definately be doing this with all my jeans and trousers that don’t fit me.
And finally, I couldn’t resist posting this picture from our camping trip. This was a farm that we saw on our way up into the mountains. The sky was so clear with these massive fluffy clouds. Absolutely beautiful!
I love your top, those flowers are gorgeous and really make a statement
I don’t think they are too big at all – they are perfect! So pretty!
I LOVE this top. i must say i look forward to your posts. so far i want to make this, the flower headband, the swiss dot top, the braided jersey dress… I love it all. haha.
It’s not often to see home sewers with fabulous taste. So glad to have discovered your blog!
Very cute!!!! Love the flower!
Wow that top is gorgeous!
This top is so elegant! And who would say that it was a pillowcase???
I absolutely love the Magnolia top! You are such a whiz at altering clothes. The camping site looks like the perfect break! Nothing like fresh air and getting away from it all.
By the way, I finished my entry for the challenge. I will post shortly.
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Love the top. A photo tutorial showing the steps for making the flowers would be MOST appreciated…I am having a hard time visualizing how you did it.
Love this. I was just thinking today that I’d like to get some tees to alter with flowers. I haven’t looked at a J.Crew catalog in years, but one came in the mail today and they had some lovely floral motif tees. Thanks for the inspiration!
This shirt is beautiful! I can’t wait to try it when I have the time. Linked from my blog.