StyleArc Daisy top

[datcat23]

I actually finished this last weekend, but have been ill with a cold (no not covid) so haven't got around to posting.  This is the StyleArc Daisy tunic, slightly altered to not have the second layer at the hemline.  Instead I used the edge of the bodice, to make a facing for the hemline, a much better idea as hemming those points would not be fun. 

Fabric is a linen blend from Spotlight (sort of Joanns equivalent, but in Aus), that I purchased at the start of summer (I like to marinate my fabrics a bit).  Hubby chose this fabric, and I love the softness of the colours.  Neckline is faced, and I have included pockets, catching the bottom edge of the pocket in the hem stitching, so that it doesn't flap around. 

Styelarc Daisy top - Linen by Dani, on Flickr

Styelarc Daisy top - Linen by Dani, on Flickr

Styelarc Daisy top - Linen by Dani, on Flickr

[Pearl]

That’s lovely, @datcat23 .  Your husband obviously has good taste and pockets are always good.

Seeing garments like this make me want to get into dressmaking. 

[Puzzler]

I love that fabric.  Very nice top too, including pockets.

[maliw]

Love it and it suits you.

[Sewbee]

Very pretty!

[SkoutSews]

Lovely top. The colour will look great along with your purple cardi!

[Nevis5]

Lovely as usual @datcat23   !  The fabric design looks Liberty-esque to me. 

How did you find the pattern sizing?  I have that pattern but reading reviews some Style Arc patterns appear to come up very big.

[Ohsewsimple]

Another garment in my colour.,   

[datcat23]

Lovely as usual @datcat23   !  The fabric design looks Liberty-esque to me. 

How did you find the pattern sizing?  I have that pattern but reading reviews some Style Arc patterns appear to come up very big.

I bought this pattern quite a few years ago, when StyleArc were only sending out patterns mail order, and they were only single size.  I based the size choice on my bust/hips, and so its ended up a bit big around the shoulders/neck  (I notice that all the models StyleArc use are quite square shouldered).  At some point, I am going to commit some time to fixing up that point, but meh - who has time.   

[Nevis5]

Thank you, @datcat23  .  I have a similar problem in that my neck and shoulders are a lot narrower than Style Arc seem to draft for.  I have to make a giant bust alteration on any pattern but find the fit awkward after that.   I do like their styles though so will soldier on x