Hey guys! Did you all have a good weekend? Mine was ok. Still sad about the death of Aelida just still shocking. Please remember the family in your prayers.
Tony decided it would be best if I got out of the house, so the kids went to his sisters to spend the night and we got to hang out with some grown ups lol
We headed over to Michael's Steak and Seafood 
Good food....
Good friends
we had a good time.
Also got to see The Family That Preys and it was VERY good. I want to go see it again this week lol.
And now a pattern review:
Please excuse the "I've been riding 4wheelers with my son hair" lol
Pattern Description:
Close-fitting empire waist tops with neckline variations. I made view B.Sleeveless, wrap top has neck flounce.
Pattern Sizing:
12-16
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, very
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I loved the entire pattern. It's well drafted and I didn't have any trouble with it.
Fabric Used:
Cotton/poly blend. I originally purchased a chiffon for this top, but I wanted a more casual top and went with this fabric.
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made:
None
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I REALLY like this top but with so many other patterns out there for me to try I HIGHLY doubt if I make it again, but I highly suggest it.
Conclusion:
Great pattern!
I have some LO's I HAVE to take pictures of and post before I take them to the store tomorrow.
Up next in sewing...
My version of this Theory Knit Top.
Also look out for Simplicity 2754 which I got on Friday. They have a new set of patterns out and they aren't even on the site yet.
Butterick 5245 view A in a beautiful cranberry knit.
Vogue 8138 in a mustard wool jersey.
Butterick 5247 view A & B
Have a great day guys!!!
Toodles!!!
Oh, what a gorgeous top!
Posted by: KayB | September 15, 2008 at 12:58 AM
Very cute! Love the ruffles!
Posted by: Erica B. | September 15, 2008 at 01:22 AM
The family are still in my thoughts.That top looks great on you , such a good fit. I haven't seen the movie yet. Looking forard to it though,
Posted by: cici | September 15, 2008 at 04:25 AM
I love your new top. Those ruffles are wonderful!(Of course this pattern is in my stash...)
Posted by: LisetteM | September 15, 2008 at 06:20 AM
So sorry about your friend death,that is so sad.I will be praying for that family.
Love the ruffle top very cute.I am going to have to copy you on that one.
Posted by: gold | September 15, 2008 at 06:22 AM
Wow! What a cute top! I love it! I want one now! LOL!
Delicious looking food too! Now I'm hungry! LOL!
Cas...
Posted by: Cassandra | September 15, 2008 at 07:26 AM
Love that top! We went out Friday night, we should've gone to see that movie! Aw!
Posted by: e&p | September 15, 2008 at 07:44 AM
That top is soooooo cute! I want it in teal! LOL
Posted by: Kristi S | September 15, 2008 at 07:56 AM
I just wanna reach out and hug you A. The family of Aleida is still in my thoughts and prayers.
You have a wonderful husband. He saw your spirits needed to be lifted a little bit. I'm so glad you had a good time. That grown up time is something else I tell you.
Love the blouse! *hugs*
Posted by: Trina | September 15, 2008 at 08:15 AM
Cute Top.
Posted by: sheila | September 15, 2008 at 08:35 AM
It's a cute top.
Posted by: Sheri D. Maple | September 15, 2008 at 08:37 AM
Good morning. I didn't know Aelida, but I am SOO sorry to hear about her untimely death. Something like this is NEVER an easy pill to swallow. I pray that her family and friends gather around eachother and stays strong. Wow, that's terrible.
Your top is super cute! Enjoy your week, my friend.
Posted by: Dawn Bibbs | September 15, 2008 at 08:43 AM
Girl that food looks soooooo good!!! and I love that top!
Posted by: dana | September 15, 2008 at 08:44 AM
i know the untimely death of a friend is got to be hard, but i'm glad you got to get out! that's always nice. love that blouse!
Posted by: Lisa | September 15, 2008 at 09:01 AM
Hey girl .. LOVIN the post and LOVIN that shirt .. and umm just lovin you period .. girl head up boo bear.. this too shall pass
Posted by: Sasha | September 15, 2008 at 09:57 AM
I LOVE your new blouse. How do you get such a pretty rolled hem? Was this one done with your rolled hem machine foot?
Posted by: Amanda S. | September 15, 2008 at 10:03 AM
I love this top! It's pretty and feminine.
Posted by: opal | September 15, 2008 at 11:03 AM
Glad you got out and had a good time!
Posted by: carlitadee | September 15, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Another great garment from you!
Do you make muslins of your garments before hand? I'm just noticing that everything always looks like it fits so well. I'm really curious about the Vogue pants you made for your mini wardrobe.
Posted by: Kasey | September 15, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Super cute top!
Posted by: yaiAnn | September 15, 2008 at 01:59 PM
Hey lady,
Where you going with that CUTE top? Looks good on you. Enjoy!
Posted by: Jeanine | September 15, 2008 at 03:11 PM
Good lookin' food!!!! I so want to see that movie!!!! Dh and I went out to dinner this weekend and were going to go see that movie, but Hurricane Ike saw differently, so we spent the rest of my bday at home. We'll catch it some other time.
Isn't it great to get together with friends???? Oh, and love the top!!!!
Posted by: Tiffany | September 15, 2008 at 04:54 PM
OMG---I love this top!!!!! make me one :O) hehehe
Posted by: Kammie | September 15, 2008 at 05:16 PM
Sorry about the passing of your friend.
That blouse is gorgeous!
Posted by: Valencia | September 15, 2008 at 06:24 PM
Love the top! I've never try to sew that kind of patterns...only Burda and Patrones. Are they easy?
Posted by: anacloset | September 15, 2008 at 06:33 PM
First, is the movie really good??? My husband and I went to see the last Tyler Perry movie after hearing all the hype, and we must have been the odd ones out, because we were definitely not as hyped as everyone else! This one seems good from the previews though. Second, I am jealous again of the seafood! Thirdly, that top is too stylish! Really, really like it, you did a great job!
Posted by: Kim Brown | September 15, 2008 at 07:19 PM
The family is in my prayers. I am so happy that this woman touched the lives of so many.
Blessings!
Posted by: Christina | September 15, 2008 at 08:00 PM
Gurl you know I am behind!! :oD
Great weekend and great top!!
Posted by: Stacey _CrimsonPurl | September 15, 2008 at 09:16 PM
Love the ruffle top Adrienne! The food looks so yummy!! I'm glad you had a good time out relaxing and having fun. :)
Posted by: Solidia | September 16, 2008 at 06:39 AM
love the top!!
Posted by: vee | September 16, 2008 at 03:52 PM
Beautiful top.
Posted by: Deborah J | September 17, 2008 at 07:16 PM
Okay your top is WAAAAAAYYYYY liver than the pattern cover.. you should turn that over to them ASAP. That is hot! Great job.
Posted by: Tearsa | September 18, 2008 at 04:21 PM