This sort of loose unstructured blouse is not usually the kind of thing I go for at all. But I became obsessed with this pattern (Burda 08-2010-119) ever since seeing the preview for it, in the infamous “clown”-themed feature:
In retrospect I think what appealed to me was the ruffled neckline, and perhaps I should have spliced that ruffle onto a more structured top. Alternatively I could have made this back in August when “makes me look pregnant” wasn’t really a design flaw. Despite not being much of a fall/winter garment I suspect I may find myself wearing this a lot, as it is nearly as comfortable as it is voluminous. I also made myself a scarf from the left-overs for the days when I’m not feeling my inner clown:
Mary Nanna | 10-Nov-10 at 9:35 pm | Permalink
I’ve been thinking about this top too! I like it on you – not clowny at all, no! No clowny for me has to have big buttons and an oversized collar. You made it in nice drapey fabric and it hangs as it should. So glad you are finding some time to sew – I’m guessing Joey is a good sleeper?
juliet | 12-Nov-10 at 8:24 pm | Permalink
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful (etc). baby. Everything is fine here but would be even better if Joey and family were here!
xoxoxoxo, juliet