Super cute and easy ! Thanks a lot, I love my new top ! I made it a bit longer, as I'm not a crop top fan, also had to french seam everything to make it look good with my basic sewing machine. 4,5 hours from drafting pattern to wear it, used thrifted dress I had for so long for fabric and bikini top string (the one around chest) for the elastic part so not a penny spent ! Love that feeling ;)
I am addicted to your channel !! :D I watched this so many times ! I have already cut pieces from my fabric and I am going to sew this tomorrow ! :D You are beuatiful, talented and stylish ! goals in everything !
Hey Hun, thanks so much for your kind comment :) And to answer your question... Fortunately, because the top is so loose fitting and ruffly (haha, don't know if that's even a word), you can be very generous with the inches on the width and even the height (it's up to you), the elastic around your shoulders will be the only thing that really needs to fit you snugly. This is how I came up with my measurements (hopefully it will give you an idea of how to do it according to your measurements): I took my shoulder circumference measurement, divided it by 2 for the front piece and added about 8" on either side for some lee way. Feel free to extend this to your preference and include seam allowances. The height I chose for the ruffle is about 8" - feel free to adjust this to any height you prefer. Remember it has to include seam/hem allowances....
... Continued: Then, for the bodice pieces took my bust circumference measurement, divided it by 2 for the one bodice piece and added about 3" on either side for some lee way. Do feel free to extend this to your preference and include seam allowances. To figure out the bottom of the bodice measurement as it extends slightly outwards, I took my waist circumference measurement and simply doubled it, and then I divided it by 2 to determine the width of the piece, then I connected my final bust width measurement including the 3" (my preferred width extension) on either side down toward it. To calculate the height of my bodice piece, I measured from where my elastic is eventually going to sit around my shoulders down to my waist, and added about 2" for some allowance. You can make this top as long as you want! It's up to you :) ......
...continued.: To calculate the space required for my armholes, I simply traced the armhole of a top I own. Not the whole armhole, of course, because the top portion isn't required since it's an off-the-shoulder top. I really hope this helps! I had to separate it into 3 comments because of the character limits. Good luck with your project, and do let me know how it turned out - I'd love to see your creation! xx
Mariana Valderrama Hi Mariana! Thanks so much for your message and for bringing it to my attention. I've contacted my host provider to see what the issue is. In the meantime, you can check out my pin for the measurements: pin.it/mqxfxkR - hope this helps :) Good luck xx
I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong - been following your instructions to the letter, but for some reason, the piece on top flares out a lot - is it the fabric that I've chosen?
Tina Tran Hi Tina, it could most likely either be a fabric that doesn't have good drape, or one that's too thick and the gathers is kind of forcing it outwards. Would you mind DM'ing me a photo on Instagram @RayleneHarvey of what it looks like? Then I can see exactly what you're referring to and be able to give you a better answer :) xx
Tina Tran you could just need to take it in an from the sides, find out how many inches you'd want to come off the sides . If the top if fine then draw a diagonal line to that point
Hi Mariana, I overlocked/serged all the edges, then I folded it over about a half inch, and sewed on the right side of the fabric with a twin needle. Then I gave it a good press. Hope this helps 😊 xx
marina mohedano Hey Marina, if you're referring to the length, measure it around your shoulders so that it fits snugly. You can even add a tiny bit extra for overlap. This is the part of the DIY that is adjustable to your fit. Hope this helps! xx
Hi J, is easier to make something smaller, so all might not be lost :) The measurements I have stipulated are for a size Medium, but you could easily add or subtract inches depending on your own measurements. There is a comment on my blog post where I explained to a lady how to make it bigger, the same instructions can be followed to make it smaller. Good luck :) xx
I like the way you edit the video it makes it much easier to follow along and sew the pattern. I hate videos that last so long where you have to watch the person sew each and every panel. It's so long and boring. You did a great job on this shirt. I want to do the reverse longer ruffle and shorter crop top.
Super cute and easy ! Thanks a lot, I love my new top !
I made it a bit longer, as I'm not a crop top fan, also had to french seam everything to make it look good with my basic sewing machine. 4,5 hours from drafting pattern to wear it, used thrifted dress I had for so long for fabric and bikini top string (the one around chest) for the elastic part so not a penny spent ! Love that feeling ;)
The easiest tutorial I've seen... I will be making on of these tops asap.
Top is really cute love the idea!!!!
Very well done girl! Clear instructions, polished and beautiful
i've made my own off the shoulder top yesterday haha thanks to raylene for the best instruction to follow ❤
Awesome! Do tag me in your photos :) I'd love to see it xx
Awesome! Do tag me in your photos :) I'd love to see it xx
Super cute! Thanks!
Nice job. Quick and easy. Have to make 1 for Summer 2019.
Love the versatility!
this is absolutely amazing!! you are a pro!
That top is so cute! 😻
love how this turned out
Thanks so much! xx
+Raylene Harvey you're welcome
Wow! Your account just made my day. You have the BEST tutorials. I'm literally going to make this when I wake up in the morning. Like thanks.
Thanks so much, Jess! xx
This video was awesome! it was well executed and to the point.
Thank you!😀
Thanks so much! xx
Love it! You make it look so easy.
You're so creative !!! like it !!
This was great! Too DIY for my level but very informative and cute.
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!
Thanks, hun :))) xx
this was professionaly done 😊 wow, you even have coverstitch machine
Thanks so much :) xx
Well thought out and it turned out really nice! Thanks for sharing you ideas/video. Gave me some good ideas :)
This was so helpful! Thank you!
se entiende perfectamente, a pesar de que no emite ni una sola palabra, además está bello, me encanta 😍 Gracias 👍
Defo making this for my GCSE textiles.
I am addicted to your channel !! :D I watched this so many times ! I have already cut pieces from my fabric and I am going to sew this tomorrow ! :D You are beuatiful, talented and stylish ! goals in everything !
Thanks so much, Slavka! Glad you like it :) And do send me a picture of your creation once you're done, I'd love to see it 😁🌸 xx
Ok I will tag on m instagram picture once it will be done !
beautifully made 😍 tfs
I just made my version from your instructions. Thank you so much. I love it. New subby.
NaturallyBeer Yay! I'd love to see your creation :) Do tag me if you've shared it xx
Perfectly done!!!
very good video easy and right in point
thanks so much for this video❤❤❤ am new to sewing but am gonna make this style into a dress hope it comes out great like yours
Andrea Walker Yay! That is so great, Andrea 🌸🌸🌸
great!luv this.. thumbs up👍👍💕
beautiful job on this!
Thanks so much :D xx
Thanks for this I made very professional looking one
OMG in love! Can I order because my DIY skills are totally out the window hahaha
Ah thanks so much, Carly! Haha one day, one day
j'ai testé et ai bien réussi bon tuto même pour une débutante
you are sassy in everything you wear Iam so jealous ㅠㅠ
great tutorial. thank you.
Love. It!
Thanks! xoxo
It's really cute 😍👌
Thanks so much, Marifer :) xx
Perfect for my MSMG ruffle denim jacket knockoff
Great video, thanks for sharing.
I knew nos This chanel and I loved .
youre so pretty and talented
Thank you, Mariana xx
So cute.
I love this tutorial! Inspires me more to take sewing lessons! Hey what's the beat to this? Awesome beats!
awesome!!!
super lindo.
So good i subscribed. tnx sis
Soooo 👍🏻 nice
Thank you!!
You're all my goals
understood. Good work
The best have seen...
Kendall Kylie and Scarlet that sounds good to me
Beautiful! Are you using a serger?
😉😉😉
nice video
Brilliant
Thanks so much, hunni 😘💕 xx
Cool
Hi... Thanks for tut... MI have a larger body frame then yours, so how did you come up with the measurements? The blouse is beautiful by the way
Hey Hun, thanks so much for your kind comment :) And to answer your question...
Fortunately, because the top is so loose fitting and ruffly (haha, don't know if that's even a word), you can be very generous with the inches on the width and even the height (it's up to you), the elastic around your shoulders will be the only thing that really needs to fit you snugly.
This is how I came up with my measurements (hopefully it will give you an idea of how to do it according to your measurements):
I took my shoulder circumference measurement, divided it by 2 for the front piece and added about 8" on either side for some lee way. Feel free to extend this to your preference and include seam allowances. The height I chose for the ruffle is about 8" - feel free to adjust this to any height you prefer. Remember it has to include seam/hem allowances....
... Continued:
Then, for the bodice pieces took my bust circumference measurement, divided it by 2 for the one bodice piece and added about 3" on either side for some lee way. Do feel free to extend this to your preference and include seam allowances.
To figure out the bottom of the bodice measurement as it extends slightly outwards, I took my waist circumference measurement and simply doubled it, and then I divided it by 2 to determine the width of the piece, then I connected my final bust width measurement including the 3" (my preferred width extension) on either side down toward it.
To calculate the height of my bodice piece, I measured from where my elastic is eventually going to sit around my shoulders down to my waist, and added about 2" for some allowance. You can make this top as long as you want! It's up to you :) ......
...continued.:
To calculate the space required for my armholes, I simply traced the armhole of a top I own. Not the whole armhole, of course, because the top portion isn't required since it's an off-the-shoulder top.
I really hope this helps! I had to separate it into 3 comments because of the character limits.
Good luck with your project, and do let me know how it turned out - I'd love to see your creation! xx
You are so nice to do this. I appreciate you. Have a wonderful day.
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I love this tutorial! So easy! But your link didn't work 😭 I really want measurements. Thanks though.
Mariana Valderrama Hi Mariana! Thanks so much for your message and for bringing it to my attention. I've contacted my host provider to see what the issue is. In the meantime, you can check out my pin for the measurements: pin.it/mqxfxkR - hope this helps :) Good luck xx
I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong - been following your instructions to the letter, but for some reason, the piece on top flares out a lot - is it the fabric that I've chosen?
Tina Tran Hi Tina, it could most likely either be a fabric that doesn't have good drape, or one that's too thick and the gathers is kind of forcing it outwards. Would you mind DM'ing me a photo on Instagram @RayleneHarvey of what it looks like? Then I can see exactly what you're referring to and be able to give you a better answer :) xx
Tina Tran you could just need to take it in an from the sides, find out how many inches you'd want to come off the sides . If the top if fine then draw a diagonal line to that point
buenisimo
how did you took the measurements?
please indicate the measurement (if its bust measurement, waist, etc)💓
thanks to meet u
What size parts? Width and length?
good thing
subscribed!! ❤❤❤
Yay! 😁
Trish Tamunday me too!This is amazing
Went to look for measurements 🤷🏾♀️
How did you hem the bottom. What machine:0
Hi Mariana, I overlocked/serged all the edges, then I folded it over about a half inch, and sewed on the right side of the fabric with a twin needle. Then I gave it a good press. Hope this helps 😊 xx
The twin needle sewing was with a standard sewing machine, of course :)
she should make her own clothing line
Beautiful
real
what should I donif I do not have a serger
anne garcia Hey Anne, you can use the zigzag stitch on your sewing machine to finish off the raw edges :) xx
How many cm is the elastic?
marina mohedano Hey Marina, if you're referring to the length, measure it around your shoulders so that it fits snugly. You can even add a tiny bit extra for overlap. This is the part of the DIY that is adjustable to your fit. Hope this helps! xx
what kind of sewing machine does she use?
Love the video, but you should talk over and explain better the step by step!
sweetlin
followed the measurements but ended up being super super big :(
Hi J, is easier to make something smaller, so all might not be lost :) The measurements I have stipulated are for a size Medium, but you could easily add or subtract inches depending on your own measurements. There is a comment on my blog post where I explained to a lady how to make it bigger, the same instructions can be followed to make it smaller. Good luck :) xx
مرحبا هل من عرب شافوا الفيديو
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NO entendi ni un comino....
Not very easy to follow to be honest. Great work tho.
This video was awesome! it was well executed and to the point.
Thank you!😀
Well thought out and it turned out really nice! Thanks for sharing you ideas/video. Gave me some good ideas :)
I like the way you edit the video it makes it much easier to follow along and sew the pattern. I hate videos that last so long where you have to watch the person sew each and every panel. It's so long and boring. You did a great job on this shirt. I want to do the reverse longer ruffle and shorter crop top.