@Bodgeitandscarper I've two large pairs and a smaller one that I use for my ITH embroidery and since using them I wouldn't be without them. They are really useful for getting up close to the stitching and trimming the excess fabric. The big ones have the bent handle thing but the small ones just look like embroidery scissors with a small lip on the one blade. They are invaluable for ITH embroidery and I would recommend them.
To see them in use with ITH embroideries have a look at the videos on KreativeKiwi. There are loads showing how to do the embroideries and the presenter shows herself using them - it was after seeing her use them that I got another pair forgetting I'd already got some!! I've since used them in my dressmaking as well but not as often, however they are useful for safe trimming.

I've made two views from New Look 6394. The first one was view D but with different sleeves. The second was view E but with view D sleeves. Both are easy to wear but I had issues with the sleeves on the second one. Both are made in stash fabrics of unknown composition and origin but they feel lovely and have a nice weight.
As mentioned in my diary it will not be my go to pattern but it's an easy make and I like the collar and backs - the front I have some dart issues with and we wont begin to mention the sleeves!!   [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]    [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]  

Did they miss the word 'not' out of their name? 

Those are useful tops and you've made them interesting with the lace inserts. Well done!! 

I didn't think there was a pattern to match on it @Bjay. Shows how we can be taken by surprise!!

Not my style at all 
I quite agree with your comments @Iminei

Now that's some great pattern matching @b15erk . Respect.

That's looking good @b15erk. Do we get a pic of you wearing it?!!