Two Tops For Friday Freebie

I thought we could look at some early fall-type projects today. Two really stylish tops!
I really like the Basque top from Berroco. It has all the trademark details of a well-designed pattern - what else would you expect from Berroco - even with a free pattern! I think it would work up nicely in a bamboo or silk blend just as easily as a cotton blend. I suppose it would depend if you wanted to wear it for casual or dressy as to what blend you would choose. I love the loose ruffled lace around the neckline and I think you could make just one instead of two if you're heavy busted (or even none at all?). The cap sleeves guarantee a comfortable fit and in my opinion, belts are always optional! I'd even bead the (dark brown in their picture) neck and choose a less dowdy color, like maybe the pink/coral of her hair clip.



I apologize in advance for the graffiti on the image. "Someone" got into my image file and, well, the rest is obvious! This lovely garment is the Raglan Swing Jacket from Tahki Stacey Charles. It is no longer on the Free Patterns pages of their website but I tested the link and it DOES pull up the pdf. so if you like it I suggest you not wait to download it. Every time I look at this jacket all I can think is SILK! Clean, simple lines with just the right amount of textured stitches. It has flattering drape and even the sleeves have a little something extra. Really really classy in my book! Enjoy! Cheers all!


Posted by Gloria Patre at 8/6/2010 5:26 PM
Categories: Friday Freebies
Tags: raglan swing jacket Basque Ruffled collar
 

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