The Mia summer top

Another test top!  I am really my own worse enemy when it comes to overcommitting myself.  On top of finishing up the costumes for the kids I said “yes” to testing clothes.

I really did like this top, though.  It actually can also be a dress, which was how the original design was made.  I suggested a top for the older girls, as they are not generally interested in tiered, gathered skirt dresses.

It has some long ties for the back, but she was able to get it on without having to untie it.  If they get annoying and come undone, then I will cut them off and add a loop and button.

She actually let me do her hair for the photos, too!

This was a really quick sew if you use purchased bias tape.  It took probably 2 hrs or less.  It will take a little longer if you make bias tape.  She said she would like it as the maxi dress version, which I posted yesterday.  She wanted one with some bling, which is my specialty. 😉

This is the first version, and you can see it fits her very well.  There are some slight drag lines in the underarm, but I cut this across the grain.  I know…bad me.  The ombre effect when the opposite direction of the grain, and what was up with that??  This is a Riley Blake cotton.

Overall impression – very happy with this one and so is the girl. 🙂