My Current Top 10 Woven Top Patterns

[@sewonsister]

I just want to thank you for sharing your sewing knowledge and consistently putting up videos. You have no idea how much that meant to me when things were so "locked down" a couple years ago. I think when you were talking about the Cielo Top it triggered a memory of that time. There were a few sewing KZbin channels that I watched all the time during that dark time and the videos brought a little bit of sunshine and peace. I strongly believe that God works through us and I feel like he is doing that with you. Thank you!

[@TomKatStitchery]

What a wonderful comment to read! Thank you so much for posting this! It really warmed my heart!

[@kathyerikson637]

Love your videos. I’ve been sewing for 55+ years and always learn something. I would love a video of fabric types. You always talk about different types of fabrics that I’m not too familiar with . I’ve been sewing with PDF for 10 years and it has expanded my sewing and fixed my fit issues with all the full bust adjustments I can make.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I do have a series of videos where I discuss different fabric types here: kzbin.info/aero/PLBjkGIpQpS05a-jbXsLraNodOdzo8oKi_

[@anessaharris9947]

🇨🇦😃 I’ve made like 20 rhapsody’s for my mom and me with your petit adjustment so thank you for all your help!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! I love to hear that!

[@cherylp.3347]

You look lovely and bright today. The Rhapsody is one of my favourite. Thanks for the reminder, it’s time I made another one. 😁

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you so much!

[@kandacek63]

:) I made mine out of a light/medium weight poly jersey fleece. (Jersey finish on the right side and fleecy on the wrong side). I had mine cut out by 5:30pm and by 11pm I had it finished. Just in time for my flight the next day. Worked great!

[@TomKatStitchery]

My goodness! Well done!

[@Northandsouthsewing]

Where to begin… You look great in your filming outfit. Loved ALL your tops but that orange blouse-Wowzer! So I’m so inspired to sew again with that video. And I’ve been in a slump so that’s a really good thing. I feel like I had too many things not turn out and some of it was in such lovely fabric. (I’ve gained weight when I was supposed to be loosing 😠) I get tired of all the adjustments I need to make. The same as you it seems (at least from waist up). I’ve often wondered about learning to make patterns because some times it seems it might be easier…. Then to go to all the trouble and think you’re going to have a beautiful fitting top and then it doesn’t work is hard on the emotions 😞 Anyway… Thank you for your video!

[@TomKatStitchery]

You are not alone! I have totally been there (and still have times when I have those fails). It can be so frustrating. However, I have learned that picking the right size and not overthinking the fitting adjustments makes a world of difference. Also, finding pattern companies that fit you better than others also really helps. Hang in there. Fitting does get easier!

[@blueoctopus6]

Like you my wardrobe has been mainly stretch tops for years as I could never get a button up to fit. Just made the harrisin shirt which fits beautifully across the bust but discovered I've also got a short neck and actually hate the collar on me 😅. I'm in the process of removing it to make it justthe collar stand instead. I also avoid those shoulder type details like the plague, although I find a raglan really suits me.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I agree! I love a good raglan on me as well!

[@amierikke6225]

I’m so happy you’re going to make the Metra! I have the pattern pieces taped together and everything ready to cut one out, and it’s in an Ivory Ponte I got from Mood. I’ve watched every KZbin sew along I can find and I’m still chicken. It will encourage me so much to see you. You look fabulous in your red sweater.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I have mine all cut out and ready to be sewn up! Stay tuned!

[@kandacek63]

It’s super easy to put together. The only area I got mixed up on is the shawl collar piece itself. You have a little extra to fold under and I didn’t understand that it was meant to be at the bottom/hem and not the armscye. Ah well. Next time. ;)

[@kristieprice8842]

Thank you for curating these wonderful button up patterns for us. I had over looked pattern S1538, however after your video I quickly made it up in seersucker. Wow! This is a great pattern with several variations. It is now a TNT for me. Thank you for sharing.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! That was a sleeper pattern for me as well and I was so impressed!

[@sarahmay3307]

I have a larger bust and have so many more knit tops than woven - easier to fit. I think it is also that I find a woven top harder to style than a knit top. I’d love to see a woven top styling vlog. 🤪😜

[@TomKatStitchery]

That's a good idea for a video!

[@robinduggins2561]

I, too, discovered that a button up shirt with just the collar stand works great on me. I didn't know I had a short neck until one of your previous videos talked about that and I made a different pattern and now I have found my perfect shirt. Thank you!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! The stand collar really does work well!

[@evalucilledixon3879]

Simplicity 1538 is one of my favorite patterns! I am not alone! Great report. Thank you, Whitney. ~ L

[@TomKatStitchery]

It was such a wonderful surprise to sew that up. It has great options and design ideas!

[@brendapena2328]

Oh I finally can use the Liverpool fabric from my stash . I can’t wait to sew along the blazer with you. I am buying that LN pattern now lol ! Thank you for sharing.

[@TomKatStitchery]

While I am making the Metra, I'm not doing a sew along for that one. Love Notions has offered (and will probably offer again) workshops for that pattern so I don't want to step on toes! I will give tips on it, though!

[@brendapena2328]

@@TomKatStitchery oh ok sorry I misunderstood and thought you were going to do a sew along . Ok I will follow LN workshop

[@jeannie82024]

I love the long sleeve button up shirt. It’s very flattering. The Harmony blouse with short sleeves is beautiful and your colors 😁The statement blouse is pretty too! Thank you for sharing your favorite woven tops since most of my stash is woven. I look forward to making at least one of the tops you included in today’s video. 👏🙌

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one!

[@susansusan3793]

Your red and orange outfit that you had on- love it!!! Great choices!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you so much!

[@FarrellFocus]

Those are great! I took notes lol. I have some woven fabrics that I really want to make and this really helps. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Stephanie

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! I'm so glad this was helpful!

[@denisehargreaves8072]

It’s so funny you mentioned that red as being too warm for you. I think it looks fabulous on you! Though I can see in pics when your hair was darker how autumn colors suited you. I always dyed my premature gray red bc I loved it and subsequently was always color typed an autumn. Now I’m all gray and finding saturated mid tones suit me best. Color is fascinating/frustrating, still not sure if I’m doing it right 😂 but at any rate just wanted to say today’s outfit really looks lovely on you! Thank for all you do I so enjoy your channel

[@danala8380]

I completely agree that this shade of red (and the colors on your shirt) are very flattering on you!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you! Red was never a color I wore before having my colors done and now I wear it all the time!

[@Ohio-ym7tc]

Liked them all, but that Simplicity orange blouse is my favorite on you

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you! I LOVE that blouse as well!

[@dawnjeffersramstad8401]

I love your Top 10 videos. Thanks. It also helps to know what doesn’t work because I need good shoulders.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm so glad you enjoy these!

[@Cynthia2v]

After your vlog post on S1538, I decided it was time again to make a button up shirt. Bought the pattern(forgot I purchased it some years ago), and sewed it up. I was so impressed with the detail of directions- my shirt came out beautifully and fits so well. I plan to make more. I’m ordering the Itch-to-stitch pattern from yesterday because I have some of the same linen in my stash. I think it will be great. I do plan to make another Harmony as well. TFS.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! I'm glad you enjoyed that Simplicity pattern as well. I was so impressed with that one!

[@mariondunlop651]

I love the orange color on you. Beautiful

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you so much!

[@Escape10mom]

Yes, the Rhapsody is a favorite!!! The Upland Trousers are perfection!!

[@TomKatStitchery]

I finished my newest Uplands today and they are so good!!!

[@Escape10mom]

@@TomKatStitchery my first pair were perfect, no adjustments necessary!

[@julieinnis2219]

Hi Whitney, a great presentation. Thank you. 🌸🌸🌸

[@TomKatStitchery]

I"m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@kandacek63]

Have had the Rhapsody pattern for 2 years with the intent to make for my daughter.She doesn’t think it has enough detail but I love it. I’m making it soon!

[@TomKatStitchery]

I've made my daughter a couple over the years as well. It's such a great pattern!

[@kandacek63]

I snapped up the Vernon and can’t wait to put it and the Harrison on my sewing list. Have other projects ahead of them first though.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I think I'm going to have to buy the Vernon. I keep seeing so many good versions!!!

[@yvetteschroed741]

Loved this video! The Rhapsody and the Bonn are two of my favorites. They are definitely on repeat in my work wear. As always wonderful video with lots of information in it. Thank you !

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@janieacevedo6561]

Thank you for sharing, I love all your patterns.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm so glad!

[@sharonrimsza7960]

Love your pattern selections for wovens. I have a collection of button-down shirts.

[@TomKatStitchery]

They are one of my favorite things to make!

[@barbarawarner4645]

Nice round up. Cashmerette’s Harrison is my go to button up. I’ve hacked it to a pullover, a placketless, and collarless. Next is a shirt dress.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I just love a good button up and Cashmerette does such a fantastic job with large busts!

[@janinegreene9653]

Love all these patterns. Thank you for sharing. Also, your hair looks great darker and loved the bangs!!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you!

[@rachellynncreates2703]

I have the coolest fabric. It has leopards and butterflies on it. And I’m planning on making a rhapsody top!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Umm, that sounds so amazing!

[@victoriahannah1633]

Such great looks & as usual I appreciate the tips you give.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Those were great woven selections! I have several of the Indie patterns but have yet to make them. I have a denim colored tencel from Stylemaker I have set aside for the Bonn from I2S. I still love the floral s/s top you made last spring!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Tencel will be perfect for the Bonn!

[@jadeelise7982]

I love button up shirts too ! 😊 i will try more of your favorites & I just ordered the vernon 🤣

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm a click away from ordering the Vernon!

[@annescanapico7168]

This is such a great video. I have some of these patterns and have been going through my stash to make some spring & summer woven tops. Thank you. I know I shouldn’t make a comment about your hair which I love the style but looking at the picture of you in the Seychelles top with the auburn hair and what you have now, the blond watches your complexion out. The red that you are wearing is gorgeous. I hope you go back to the auburn. Please take this with love, not harsh criticism.. of course maybe your husband likes the blond in which case, wear the blond. I know, right, my husband has his opinions too, just like I do. Love you

[@TomKatStitchery]

Actually, my new hairdresser took me quite a bit lighter than I had intended. We are in the process of taking it back 😂. Thank you!

[@annescanapico7168]

@@TomKatStitchery I totally understand. I’m in the same predicament with mine only last time I wanted my hair shorter and I don’t know what happened but it is the worst haircut I’ve ever had, even my husband commented and he always likes my hair. So now I’m just trying to grow it out and look for a new hair stylist.

[@joenvenitsky4574]

Thanks for reminding me of the Harmony top,I need to make asap

[@TomKatStitchery]

It's a great woven t-shirt pattern!

[@cecilehoare3053]

How loyal is a viewer when they guessed 7 out of the ten? lol The big 4 ones and the one for Ava were the ones I missed! lol I should have known the Options one would be in there! lol

[@TomKatStitchery]

😂 this doesn't surprise me at all!

[@margaretsmith9637]

Wovens are better for the heat. I sew up any that open center front with buttons so no gapping. The ones I make I don’t have to do that because they are fitted to me, so no strain on the buttons.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Wovens are lovely in the heat!

[@texasproud8822]

Love your choices.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm so glad!

[@norakathleenbertoglio4414]

Some of my favorite woven tops as well! I made the Vogue 8772 blouse when you did the how to do an FBA. My blouse is gorgeous but not in my color palette since having my colors done…need to make a new one. I made two Seychelles tops out of linen-one in navy and one in off white which I wore all last summer. Not too fond of Love Notions patterns on me because they look “baggy sort of” just not flattering. I even made the Tessa sheath dress and it’s hard to define…just isn’t flattering on me. Everything by Itch to Stitch is flattering and her patterns are my TNT for sure!

[@TomKatStitchery]

You do need to make another V8772. I also need to make another one!

[@Barneysma]

Good video and recommendations, thank you Whitney. I am very similar shape and height to yourself and have recently watched a vlog by a stylist who recommended shoulder pads for bigger busted, narrower shouldered women. I have tried it, and she is right, it does make my bust look a little smaller 😂😂. Not a top, but have you seen the Christine Haynes Varda dress pattern? It doesn’t have an FBA unfortunately, and is very simple, but it has a french dart, which I have found very flattering. I’m not sure how to do an FBA with a french dart though, so this may have to wait a while.

[@TomKatStitchery]

That's interesting! Style Arc just released a dress pattern that includes shoulder pads. I'll have to try that one!

[@Barneysma]

@@TomKatStitchery I thought it was interesting as it is counter intuitive 😁. The stylist sewed a strip of velcro onto each loose shoulder pad so that she could fasten them around her bra strap and use the pads in multiple garments. Interesting too that Style Arc have released a pattern with shoulder pads, maybe they are coming back into fashion.

[@SamanthaLlanos]

I love seeing what you make! I'm not the same body shape as you, but I can certainly relate to not wanting to draw attention to shoulders too much because I'm an inverted triangle. I love all of your button down shirts! I'm in the longg process of finishing my very first one, the Itch to Stitch Montana shirt, but I'm already debating which one I want to make next! I'm between the Liesl and Co Classic Shirt, and the S1538, but I do also have the Itch to Stitch Bonn shirt (I'm like 5' tall so maybe collar less is good?!). If you have a recommendation as to which may be a good next pattern for me, I'd appreciate it!

[@TomKatStitchery]

If you like the Montana, I would definitely give the Bonn a go!

[@ladylouise1969]

Good choices! Would love to see the pattern work for the placket!! :+)

[@TomKatStitchery]

Sure! I'll definitely do that!

[@MeganGMakes]

Did your fabric show up as soon as you finished filming? I am thinking about giving the Kalle shirt from Closet Core a try this spring, maybe in a light chambray or fun rayon. Have you made that one?

[@TomKatStitchery]

It did!!!!! Urgh! I knew that it would 😂. I made the Kalle right when it first came out and it didn't go well. However, I'm positive it was because of me not fitting it correctly. I should give it another try!

[@dianedoherty3655]

My fav woven top, which I wear alot here in Hawaii, is from the pattern company called The Assembly Line. It is called the “cuff sleeve top”……check it out.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I will totally check that out! Thank you!

[@thaisoneon]

I’m petite with an ill-fitting Cielo top. Would you mind giving me a brief explanation of what a petite adjustment consists of? Thanks for this list of woven tops. I don’t have a good source for affordable knits so mostly sew wovens.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Sure! I do the petite adjustment on that top here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6m0h4hri5KjepI

[@nancynewman6592]

Great video !! Thanks

[@TomKatStitchery]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@helenwood3199]

I dare say, women folk wear more knit tops because we don't have to iron so much. :-p

[@kelleyking]

Absolutely! I’ve made a couple of puff sleeve shirts in woven fabric and don’t even know how to iron the sleeves.

[@TomKatStitchery]

😂

[@estelanunezchannel]

Hello Kat ,lovely video also just purchased that blazer pattern, im confused with my size, my upper bust is a 36 inches and full bust 38 inches waist 31 ,i wonder if i should a xs from full bust adjustment ?

[@TomKatStitchery]

My upper bust is also a 36" and I sew the medium with a full bust. I think a medium with the standard bust would be perfect!

[@estelanunezchannel]

@@TomKatStitchery thank you kat 👌💞🌷

[@fiberchick]

Great video! Love your choices. Where is your Harper red knit fabric from?

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you! My red Harper is made from a wool blend sweater knit from Minerva. Its lovely. They did have it in a few different colors when I bought this!

[@kellyprivatte7583]

I am STILL WAITING for my Minerva order they “despatched” on March 9th. Grrrrrr.

[@TomKatStitchery]

That stinks! I did get all of my stuff.

[@snyyng]

This was such a timely video for me! I’m working on a bodice block so I can make button down shirts. But I bought the wrong size buttons from wawak. What size buttons do you typically use? Thanks for all your videos!

[@TomKatStitchery]

For shirts and blouses, I usually use the 18L.

[@johannechampagne6535]

Starts at 4:36

[@TomKatStitchery]

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[@karolmolpus9536]

Cielo top looks so much like a dress I'm making by Style Arc. Do you ever sew with their patterns?

[@TomKatStitchery]

I do! I love Style Arc!

[@alisoneichler4257]

Have you made a Cashmerette Harrison shirt? This is the year I will learn to fit/make a button up shirt. Was planning for the Harrison but now may try a Liesl and Co. Thoughts?

[@TomKatStitchery]

I have made the Harrison and it's lovely. It uses princess seams which is fun and different for a button up. I'm anxious to try their newest pattern as it uses darts. However, I can say from experience that the Leisl and Co Classic shirt is really nice. It fit really well from the get go!

[@dianethompson9525]

Ok, is the difference between a button up and a button down shirt, the the button down has the collar that buttons down?

[@TomKatStitchery]

Yes!

[@dianethompson9525]

@@TomKatStitchery thank you!

[@thaisoneon]

Question for you: if I’m on the Love Notions site and use your coupon code will you get your commission, or must I follow your link? A few times I’ve left the site and returned to KZbin to make my purchase. I’m curious to know if it’s necessary to do this to ensure your recognition as an affiliate. Thanks!

[@TomKatStitchery]

If you use my code, I get the commission!

[@alisoneichler4257]

Are you wearing a fitness ring? Do you like it?

[@TomKatStitchery]

No. It's just a large acrylic ring. I got it off Etsy and am loving the statement!

[@lemtaz]

Not that I’m trying to enable you or anything but the Vernon shirt has a covered button placket. *runs away to hide*

[@TomKatStitchery]

I SAW THAT!!!!! I really think I need that pattern!

[@UrmiAktar-q7b]

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[@TomKatStitchery]

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