Bootstrap is my new fav! Oh my goodness, nearly everything I make fits. And if it doesn't fit, it's often due to the style or design, not due to having to make pattern adjustments.
Enter the bootstrap Asymmetrical Knit Top and some gorgeous Interlock from Marcy Tilton. I'm really proud of this sketch. I used several highlighters in a layering method and the result turned out similar to the actual fabric. Pretty awesome!
Enter the bootstrap Asymmetrical Knit Top and some gorgeous Interlock from Marcy Tilton. I'm really proud of this sketch. I used several highlighters in a layering method and the result turned out similar to the actual fabric. Pretty awesome!
The original design calls for a zipper at the upper left chest. However, I didn't have any coordinating colored zippers that I wanted to use, so I grabbed a piece of velvet ribbon I picked up at a paper store years ago during their annual sale. Dang if it isn't perfectly paired!
The Asymmetrical Knit Top is awesome in concept, however, I don't believe it was designed for 2-way stretch fabric. I really over stretched the neck and arm holes while binding. Bummer too, because this is a pretty neat shirt design.
I used the same binding technique as I did on the Jalie 3245 Racerback Tank. However, that method works better when the fabric recovers well and has 4-way stretch. The Instagram #sewcialists were most helpful with suggestions on how to avoid stretching out the neckline on a non-recoverable knit. Thanks y'all!
See how the necklines stand away from the body, rather than hugging or lying flat against it? Oopsie! And yes, I did use a walking foot.
But LOOK! see how smoothly this fits over my back, back waist and bum? Hello awesome fit! This shirt must be made again in a well recovering 4-way knit to see how that improves things! It MUST!
Even though it is a bit wonky, I'm glad I made it. I learned a lot about fabric and the fit and enjoyed using this as a muslin. I will definitely make another! What a great basic that has a unique flare to it!
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