So I’ve made this top before, but when you leave off all of the details it is a really nice, simple, long sleeved top.
So I thought it would be great to use as part of my didn’t-quite-make-it-in-time-for-the-contest-mini-wardrobe-in-a-wardrobe fall sewing plans. Plus, I could use it as part of a future cosplay as well! The inspiration for this top is clearly from the Librarian from The Magicians.
I’ve been wanting to do a cosplay of this costume for a while, but I figured I could incorporate these very wearable “costume” pieces into my real-life work wardrobe as well, since they have the right mix of casual and profession that I need at the moment. Plus, now I can stealth cosplay in real life, which is pretty fun too. Anyway, here is my version of the top:
Here is my official pattern review:
Pattern Description: Knit top with contrast shoulder detail and keyhole back. View A is a shorter length, and view B is a longer length with gathered side seams. I made view A, the shorter top, but I made a change to the back, neck, and sleeve finishing.
Pattern Sizing: Burda sizes 36-44. I made a 40 grading out to a 42 at the hip.
Were the instructions easy to follow? I’m sorry to say I didn’t even look at them. I’ve made a lot of tops at this point, and I was leaving off all of the complex bits, so I really just followed my own order of construction.
Did it look like the photo/drawing when you were done with it? Yes and no. I did make changes to the collar, shoulder details, and sleeve hems, but the overall silhouette is very much the same.
What did you particularly like/dislike about this pattern? I like the style and fit of this top, which is why this is my second time making this pattern. This is a really easy pattern to make basic changes to, the length is perfect, and I really like the fit of the result. No dislikes.
Fabric used: I used a heather gray poly rib knit from Fabric.com.
Pattern alterations or design changes you made: I left off the shoulder contrast detail and the keyhole back. I also added a thicker collar and cuffs to the sleeve hems. No other changes were made.
Would you sew this again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes and yes! This is a great basic top pattern, and it has a lot of great details as drafted, but it is super simple to alter and make changes to as well. And the fit is fantastic.
Conclusion: I love this pattern! I am really happy I had used this pattern before, as I was able to put the top together is about 2 hours (with significant distractions). I definitely want to make another version that includes the contrast details, as my original version of this top has worn out, and really needs replacing. Love this pattern; it is definitely one of my go-to TNTs.
That looks so nice and comfortable! Goes great with those pants, and is almost the same as the Librarian’s. (Would be cool to see you make one of Margo’s outfits too at one point…. 🙂 )
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The pants will be up in a review soon, and a more Margot approved piece may be coming up as well… 😇
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I love a bit of stealth cosplay.
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Me too.
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Stealth cosplay is super fun! I have a Doctor Who inspired outfit like that (which I actually did wear to my one con trip), and can’t help grinning every time I wear it. I’m not familiar with this show, but the top looks pretty screen accurate from here. Nicely done!
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Thanks! The Magicians is much darker than Doctor Who, but I love both those shows!
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Looks great! Love the pants.
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Thanks!
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Looks great and I love the styling quite apart from the secret cosplay aspect.
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Thanks!
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Textured gray scale knit would be my first pick. As the matter of fact I have two options in my stash waiting for fabulous implementation. Love the top, the stylish outfit and the photos. Congrats!
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Sorry, I meant grey. Grey scale.
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The fit is fantastic, I can definitely see why it is one of your go to patterns.
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