Collarly Pursuits

I hope you are all having a nice start of the new year.

After 5 months of an unintended sewing "hiatus", I sewed three tops (first from Simplicity 1280 and two from McCall's 6796) within 2 days.  I was inspired to return to my sewing machine after seeing Sherril Miller's gorgeous new wardrobe. My two tops came from McCall's 6796. That "sideswept" collar enabled me to purchase this.

 

 Last month, I just happen to find a sweater in Macys.com that closely resembles view "D":

Pattern Description:
"Misses' tops: Close-fitting, pullover tops have collar variations and narrow hem."

Pattern Sizing:6-8-10-12-14. I sewed a "12".

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, sans the buttons

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, especially if you have sewn basic knit tops with collars.


 

Likes/Dislikes
I like the overall fit, the draped collar and the sleeve options. It is very easy to sew. Although it is an "easy" pattern, it is also "easy" to reverse the location of the collar opening and points. Nothing to dislike with this pattern.

Fabric Used: 
Both tops: ITY jersey from fabricmartfabrics.com

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
My typical 1" petite adjustment at the waist and removing 3/8" from the center back.

Usually for knit tops, I sewed in the sleeves "flat" instead of setting them in as directed.

For my second top, I cut the front and back along the bias (to look less like a sports referee). The stripes go vertical along the original grain. 

 

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Since I already sewed two sleeveless tops in the same style, I might sew another top but with sleeves and including the buttons. I definitely recommend this pattern. Ideal for beginners and for some easy sewing gratification.

Conclusion:
It took approximately one evening to sew each top. :-)