Comfy Color Block Top

It has become of dream of mine to design and construct my own fashion collection someday. Nothing too crazy, just stylish and comfy clothes made for real women. Almost all of my sewing has been self-taught through reading books, articles, and online tutorials– and of course through lots and lots of practice. It’s a skill that I’m continually striving to learn about and develop, but for now I enjoy simply experimenting and creating. This comfy color block top is my latest creation. 
I’ve had this green cotton blend fabric for while now, which I actually pulled from my mom’s fabric stash. I’ve looked at it many times but just haven’t been all that inspired about what to do with it. Finally, I saw a top posted on Pinterest and all of the sudden the wheels started turning. I wanted something that would give me the comfort of a sweatshirt but look stylish at the same time. Comfortable, yet put-together is what every woman/mother strives for isn’t it? Well, I think this chic combination of green and grey managed to do the trick (at least for me anyway)! I’m telling you guys, this is probably my new favorite top!
Comfy Color Block Top // by Stripes and Polka Dots

Comfy Color Block Top // by Stripes and Polka Dots
Comfy Color Block Top // by Stripes and Polka Dots
Comfy Color Block Top // by Stripes and Polka Dots
Comfy Color Block Top // by Stripes and Polka Dots
color block top: Handmade (pattern to come) // jeans: JC Penny //  flats: Target // necklace: Charlotte Russe // bag: JC Penny
I’m working on creating a pattern to share with all of you in the [hopefully not so distant] future. 
And in case you were wondering, I purchased the grey fabric from Girl Charlee Fabrics. This was also the fabric I used to make leggings for my daughter. You can view the full tutorial HERE.
Linked to:
http://www.thegirlcreative.com/2014/01/26/sunday-best-link-party-1.html
http://www.sewcando.com/2014/01/come-get-crafty-at-craftastic-monday.html
http://gracelangdon.blogspot.com/2014/01/making-monday-24.html
http://www.craft-o-maniac.com/2014/01/craft-o-maniac-monday-link-party-4.html
http://thewinthropchronicles.blogspot.com/2014/01/share-it-link-party-99.html

10 thoughts on “Comfy Color Block Top

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Thank you Katelyn, we are completely honored! I could say the same of your blog as well!

  • Commented 10 years ago

    THAT is an adorable top, and I honestly can’t believe you made it!! ๐Ÿ™‚ I totally would buy a shirt like that!

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Love this, it’s such a beautiful top! I nominated you guys for a Liebster Award because I love your blog! More details are on my blog: http://learningcreatingliving.blogspot.com/2014/01/liebster-award.html

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Then you’ll love Girl Charlee Fabrics! They have the cutest prints and a lot of different knit materials to choose from….this sounds like a sales pitch but honestly I just love their fabric!

  • Commented 10 years ago

    It’s really quite simple, but I promise I’ll work hard to get it to you in a timely manner!

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Thanks for your support and encouragement Sarah! I love feedback about what it is that women really look for in clothes so keep it coming!

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Cute top! Love the colors. Thanks for the link to the fabric – I have not heard of them before – can’t wait to see what they have. I sew a lot and make most of my own clothes. I recently have made several pairs of leggings for myself.

  • Commented 10 years ago

    It’s amazing. I love that and I think if I had it I’d wear it every day. Follow your dreams, cause I want to buy your clothes! ๐Ÿ™‚

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Your top is gorgeous! I can’t wait to see the pattern and try one for myself.

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