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The Perfect Salsa Dancing Top, McCalls M6326

9/15/2015

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I've been on the lookout for great tops and skirts that will work for salsa dancing. Sometimes inspiration comes from seeing what another dancer is wearing. Other times it's from dancing with the stars or even current fashion. I feel very fortunate to have stumbled upon McCall's M6326. It's a lovely simple knit top with several different variations.

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As you can see from the pattern photo option A is a one sleeve option with this really neat cut out. However because my bust line is not self-supporting, I knew I needed another strap. So, I invented one.

I put the top on, with my regular bra, then slapped some press n seal over my bra strap, then traced my bra straps. Yes, I did this all by my lonesome, no help other than my mirror. I wanted more contrast so I grabbed some black wicking fabric from my stash. Though, I had to take out 4" of length and it still falls off my shoulder. Odd! Why?

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Well, if you look at the next two photos and the back photo at the top of this post, you'll see that there's an odd pulling or gaping in the back opening. That's because I added elastic into the binding that runs from shoulder to armpit. Oh, whoops! I guess my great idea to keep the top up & in place didn't produce all the desired results because it's affecting the black shoulder strap and the side of the opening.

I should also note that this was designed for double layers, not binding. The binding was my own invention. I'm pleased with the way it turned out, but I can see I will be ripping out the shoulder to armpit binding and removing the elastic. Also, if you attempt binding instead of a 2nd layer, it's incredibly important to clip the curves otherwise the bottom curves of the opening will stand away from the body rather than lay against it.

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I'm tickled with this look. It's sexy, sassy, and super perfect for Salsa and Bachata. I made it as a combo of my knit block& the original pattern. So glad I did because the fit is pretty damn good! I can now make it in a wicking fabric to help stay cool while in a night club. Plus, it's playful and fits my style. Win-win-win. 


What's your favorite type of dancing outfit? 
Do you have to fuss with it? 
Or does it stay brilliantly in place making you look utterly gorgeous?


Love to know!
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