Sew Along for McCalls 8219

I still had 1.5 yards of fabric after making McCalls 8215 and since I’ve been trying to use some of the fabric from the fabric stash I though hey I have this pattern why not make a top. This sew along video and pattern review is for view C.

Pattern Description: M8219 is a easy knit top with three different views and three different sleeve combinations. It is a really flattering pattern and easy to sew.

Pattern Sizing: I made a size 22 and as always I have to adjust the bodice for length.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes looks exactly like it does on the pattern envelope.

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes the instructions very easy to follow.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like the pattern, I can see myself making it again in different knits. Plus its a great pattern as I said it is really flattering.

Fabric Used: I used that amazing cerulean blue double brushed knit fabric. Between making M8215, and some other garments with this fabric I’m pretty sure I must have purchased the 8 yards the fabric store had. It is so soft, washes well and drama free to sew. They have this fabric in so many colors.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I extended the top bodice piece by 3 inches and took off 3 inches of the lower pattern piece to make sure the criss cross hit below the bust line but that ended giving me way too much cleavage so I adjusted the fabric pieces so they hit were they need to end. I also added 1/2” to the bicep sleeve adjustment.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will most likely make this pattern again. Super easy plus 1.5 yards of fabric can’t beat that.