Twist top pattern

In this blog post I'll be taking you step-by-step through the sewing process for this twist tee. And a timely reminder that you'll get the best results with this pattern by using two-way stretch knit (four-way stretch in the US) that has elastane content (Lycra, Spandex). I have achieved the best results with rayon, polyester and wool knits with elastane. Some cotton knits may work if they are not too stiff.

The promised tutorial! You can make a top like mine using a tried-and-tested t-shirt pattern as a starting point. It doesn't matter if it has bust darts, you can transfer that width into the excess material for the twist. For this design, you want a top which a good waist shape but isn't skin-tight. Oh, and obviously, this design is only suitable for jersey fabrics. This is what the bodice pieces for a normal t-shirt will look like. As usual, it's much easier to do any pattern alterations…

inspiration this week was this shirt from Anthropologie. I bought this shirt from wal-mart for $4 in XXL. HOWEVER, I thought I would never say this but I think I’m done with ruffles. GASP, I know I know, I’m a ruffle queen and i still love them and will still wear them, but after owning …

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