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1. Find a tank you love. Fold at center front. Do the same with fabric. |
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2. Trace around front and back of tank |
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Make sure to leave enough space for seam allowance. |
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Don't forget to make sure to keep the center front/back square w/ the fold for at least 1/2" |
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Sew side and shoulder seams. |
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I prefer to use my over lock machine |
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Turn under neckline, armholes, and hemline. (if you are using jersey, this is optional) I used a fancy stitch that kinda looks like a blanket stitch. |
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You can see me wearing the top
here.
Labels: Apparel Design, DIY, Pattern Drafting
3 Comments:
This looks so comfy and cute!!
Oh fun, I absolutely love it!!!
xo TJ
Cute! I like how to styled it too :)
xo Jennifer
http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com
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