Sew Along for Butterick 6684

I wanted to make something easy, quick and that I could use some leftover fabric that I had in the fabric stash. After last week’s 4.5 yards fabric hogger I had to redeem myself so in comes Butterick 6684, plus I had mentioned in one of my pattern hauls that I’m in dire need of tops. This one is one that I can dress up for sure with a skirt or a long pair of slacks. I don’t quite know if I will be wearing this one to be out and about.

Pattern Description: B6684 is a pull over top with different sleeves and necklines.

Pattern Sizing: I made a size 22 but I always adjust my bodice once I get it to the point were I can adjust and take things in. I’m sure I can usually go down one to two sizes if I cut exactly the pattern size but I rather do it this way. It gives me some fabric room to play with it.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it was pretty darn close.

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes the instructions very easy to follow. Even when I made some modifications to the neckline.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like the pattern, it may be a tad too conservative for me and the ties for the collar may be an inch or two too long but its a beautiful top.

Fabric Used: I used a pale pink Rayon. It drapes beautifully and it feels like a soft linen. Plus it was a leftover from another top, so thats what I used.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I took in the bodice at least 1” on both sides by the waistline. I also wanted longer sleeves for view A but I wanted that neckline as I rather play with were I tie the ties either closer to my neck and also be able to make a low bow towards the bottom of the V neckline. So I used the pattern pieces from the pattern piece for view A and drew the V neckline on it.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? No, I don’t think I will sew it again. its a great pattern and really easy to make, but I don’t know if its the color of the fabric or of the length of the ties, but it feels a little too conservative for my style.