Off-The-Shoulder top: V1923 pattern review
I knew immediately I saw this pattern that I needed to try it. It has been a while since I’ve sewn a Vogue pattern but this was the perfect one to get me to hop back on it again.
Pattern: Vogue 1923 Off-The Shoulder bodysuit
Size range: Size 8 to 26 (29.5” to 46” bust finished garment measurement)
Fabric used: Merino Wool (emerald colour) from Fabric and Flow Textile Co.
My body measurements: 41.5” bust, 34.5” waist, 44.5” hips
Size made: Size 16
Pattern adjustments made:
Sizing - The pattern measurements put me in size 20 but I mistakenly bought the wrong size range and had no choice than to work with size 16. I sewed the bodice using a 3/8inch seam allowance instead of 5/8th. I think size 16 was honestly the right choice for me although size 20 would have probably worked as well
Eliminated the crotch of the area of the bodysuit pattern to sew up a regular top instead
Sewed the shoulder gathers down to prevent any roll ups (stitch in the ditch method)
Took 2 inches in at the sleeves for a tighter fit (did this only after first fitting)
Stitched the front and back crossover bands down with very tiny vertical stitches, about 3 inches apart, to prevent them from rolling up with movement. Unfortunately, I’ll need to re-stitch the back as I didn’t do a great job compared to the front. That’s what I get for trying to pin the back band down without help while wearing it.
As fun as this was to sew for me, I wouldn’t say it’s an easy sew because there were a few moments where I had to read the instructions multiple times to understand what I needed to do. The crossband needs undivided attention to get it right.
Important tip: Make sure you transfer every single notch and marking to your fabric to avoid unnecessary stress. Every single marking is important to solve the crossband puzzle.
This top gives such a elevated look to basics and will look very beautiful in a fancy knit as well, which I love!
Happy sewing,
Sylvia XOXO
