Pattern: Savage Coco's Presto Popover Top
Fabric: 1 1/2 yards ponte
Cost: $8
I'm not quite sure why this pattern hasn't gone viral yet (a la Archer or Ginger jeans), but I am in love with Savage Coco's Presto Popover Top. Sitting across from the designer at Tropisueno Restaurant in San Francisco last year, I knew I had to make one. Coco's is made from a beautiful dusty blue sweater knit, which I just may have to copy. Shams, sitting to my right, had also made this top to great success. If a small-chested 20-something and a self-described "50-something, uber busty funky loving sewist" can make and love the same thing, you know it's a winner.
This top, as marketed, is quick to make. Coco said her version takes about three hours, and mine was probably four after cutting and tracing the pattern. It has a really unique front construction that makes it so you don't have to finish the neckline. I made mine up in a ponte, which makes it perfect for colder winter days.
While the pattern is quick, I wouldn't recommend it for absolute beginners. The instructions are complete but without diagrams, and the sizing is only given for the bust. The construction at the neckline is also a bit unusual, but that's what makes this top so great.
So far, I have gotten compliments from my boss and friends. Again, it's such a crowd pleaser. I'd love to make it up in a sweater knit, and could see making a version for my mom as well.
Fabric: 1 1/2 yards ponte
Cost: $8
I'm not quite sure why this pattern hasn't gone viral yet (a la Archer or Ginger jeans), but I am in love with Savage Coco's Presto Popover Top. Sitting across from the designer at Tropisueno Restaurant in San Francisco last year, I knew I had to make one. Coco's is made from a beautiful dusty blue sweater knit, which I just may have to copy. Shams, sitting to my right, had also made this top to great success. If a small-chested 20-something and a self-described "50-something, uber busty funky loving sewist" can make and love the same thing, you know it's a winner.
While the pattern is quick, I wouldn't recommend it for absolute beginners. The instructions are complete but without diagrams, and the sizing is only given for the bust. The construction at the neckline is also a bit unusual, but that's what makes this top so great.
So far, I have gotten compliments from my boss and friends. Again, it's such a crowd pleaser. I'd love to make it up in a sweater knit, and could see making a version for my mom as well.
This is lovely Meg! I really like the neckline and I can imagine you'll wear this loads. I hadn't heard of the pattern company before so thanks for the link, I love that dress they've got too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Katherine! And the best part is the pattern is only $5
DeleteBeautiful neckline - I so need one of these! I hadn't heard of this designer before, so thank you for bringing to my attention!
ReplyDeleteP.S. What type of fabric did you use for yours? I really like how your version has a shawl collar effect...
ReplyDeleteThanks Anemone! It's a ponte/ponti (spelled differently by different sellers), also known as a double knit. It's a thicker knit fabric, more stable but with still a fair amount of stretch. You can find ponte at most fabric stores :)
DeleteGreat presto, Meg! I have made several of these as well and love them too! I am also surprised this pattern isn't more popular.
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