My Love Notions Rhapsody Collection - And why it's my unicorn pattern!

Welcome to my channel! In this video, I share the five versions of the Love Notions Rhapsody Blouse I've made so far and why that pattern is my favourite top pattern of all time.
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- Seychelles Top by Itch-to-Stitch itch-to-stitch.com/product/se...
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- Rhapsody Blouse by Love Notions www.lovenotions.com/product/r...
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[@sherrelstroot3034]

Hi Izzy. I love all of your Rhapsody blouses. I love that pink on you. You just seem to glow. It was nice to hear you say that one of the fabrics was one you wouldn't have chosen. Another awesome video. Thank you.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much for stopping by Sherrel! 💞

[@lynnshepard7485]

What beautiful Rhapsody’s, Izzy! I especially like the bridge hacked versions. 💜 I haven’t tried to marry the shape with the I2S top, but I wonder if you could lay the pattern pieces together and trace off the shape of the Rhapsody on to the other? The Harmony blouse is another favorite of mine. 😘 Sew on with joy!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I’m definitely going to try “mashing” the Rhapsody and the Seychelles top. I’ll let you know how it goes. I tried the Harmony, but the fit was way off for some reason. I really should give it another go though because it’s a really pretty top. 💞

[@AndraMakes]

What fab info, Izzy! Your blouses are gorgeous! 💗

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Oh thank you so much Andra! xx 💞

[@deborahmitchell8702]

I just bought the rhapsody. Love, love, love your blouses. They looks great on you and the fit is perfect. Wonderful job. Hope mine fits as well as yours look.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much!

[@Dranma51]

I’ve had this pattern for so long but still haven’t sewn it! I can’t believe it! But I’m sewing a few things for an upcoming trip and I will definitely sew this up! Thanks Izzy!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

That's awesome! I'm glad I could help. 😊

[@marionmathews9852]

I’ve never made this pattern. Shock, horror, I know, but I’ve only been sewing for myself for just over a year, and it takes time and money to build up a pattern stash and fabric stash. After watching this video however, this is definitely one to add to my wish list, because the ones you have made are just gorgeous.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

This one is definitely worth the money, but Love Notions have a site-wide sale a couple of times every year and I think one of them usually falls around October/November. They have a few really good patterns so if you wait for the sale, you’d be able to stock up! 💞

[@marionmathews9852]

That’s really good information and I’ll definitely be checking that out. Thank you

[@heidismith5997]

This pattern is on my sewing table right now :). Maybe I will tackle it this weekend. Thanks for the inspiration. Those are all great tops.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome! And thank you so much for watching!

[@bernadettepierre7935]

Love this!! All your versions are stunning!! Oh ..I'm making my eight (8) blouse right now ..

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! I really should make another one soon! 😊

[@KnitzyKitzy]

Great video, I am looking at sewing the rhapsody just now. I think I like the look of the no ties, bridged neckline the most. I will be doing bishop sleeves as I live in Scotland. I was wanting to see the top you are wearing the whole time too. The fabric looks gorgeous 😃

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! The "no ties and bridged neckline" is definitely my favourite one also. The top I'm wearing is the Seychelles Top by Itch-to-Stitch made up in a border print. It's a really cute one!

[@monikawidensky8815]

Yes, I made also already a couple of Rhapsodys, but I never changed to the new version. So it was very interesting to hear, that you think the fit is improved. The little tightness in the back I could also feel with the old version. So I think next time I will change to the new version. Thanks for the info.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Glad you enjoyed the video. The new block definitely fits me better and it’s not just the Rhapsody. I’ve tried a few of their older patterns (the ones that hadn’t been updated yet) and had a lot of fit issues. Thank you for watching!

[@hoosierhandmade22]

Hello, Izzy! Oh your Rhapsodies are just gorgeous! I so enjoyed seeing them all together. That’s such an amazing pattern! I’ve made two and have another cut out ready to sew, I need to get busy with that! Thanks for sharing with us, Izzy! Happy Sewing ❤~Tiffany

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Tiffany! I love the two you’ve made and I’m excited about how your third one turns out! I hope you’re doing well. How’s the house going? 💞

[@bernadettepierre7935]

I this is my favorite pattern as well.....made 7 Rhapsody blouses so far....

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Yes, it's an awesome pattern! I'll definitely make more.

[@lenorebaker8147]

I love the Rhapsody pattern! I have made 2 but more are planned . All of yours are so pretty! I enjoy your channel!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much! 😊 I really should make myself another one this summer!!

[@InAgatasCottage]

great video Izzy. I love my Rhapsody blouses, especially the hacked one :D love all yours, especially the purple autumn one :D

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thanks so much Agata! 😊

[@ErinSews]

Okay okay you’ve convinced me! I’ve been seeing the Rhapsody everywhere on KZbin and thought it was nice, but wasn’t super interested. This video is so thorough though, and really sold me on it. I love a clean inside and it really has so many more options than I realized. It’s officially on my wish list! Your blouses are beautiful Izzy, thank you for sharing!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Erin! It's a really good one - and I think it would look beautiful on you! 💞

[@albertaoconnor3346]

Thanks for sharing. That is one of my favorite patterns and have made several.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are welcome! Thanks for visiting! 💞

[@MichelleSewsAgain]

I made this pattern once and liked the style but didn't love the fabric I used. You give such a GREAT description that you've inspired me to think about making it again! It sounds like using a flowier fabric is the key to loving it. I think your newest one in the pink glory is my favorite - but they are all lovely 😊 My unicorn pattern is the Sewing Revival Bellbird Top (I've made 7) but I haven't used any of the elements in other garments.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

If you already have the pattern, I would say definitely give it another try with flowy fabric. I love the Sewing Revival patterns and have a couple but haven't made any yet. I should have a look at the Bellbird top. 💞

[@marlettelouisin9805]

Just recently found Love Notions patterns! Even though I’ve never used a PDF pattern, I really liked so many of them I purchased a few. Then I watched YT videos of hacks, makes and comments. I bought more of them! I have the rhapsody blouse/dress pattern and will likely make both versions as my first LN pattern. I’m a very experienced sewist so this one should be a treat to make. Thanks for the video and showing all the versions you’ve made.. I think it would have been helpful if you mentioned your height as being the reason why you shortened the pattern or another reason. This pattern on other women doesn’t apper to be a tunic length.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much for watching! You’re going to love their patterns I think. They draft for a 5’6 ‘’ body and I’m 5’3’’ which is why I shorten their patterns by a couple of inches. Also their tops are drafted quite long which I don’t love.

[@partinlori]

I have made it six times!! I love it because I am short so I can’t do voluminous! The silhouette is very flattering.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I agree! I have a rectangle body with no waist and yet the Rhapsody gives me one! It's awesome. 💞

[@nancyhilborn885]

I have Rhapsody makes in my closet. First was double gauze that I did a thread chain and purl button closure instead of ties and gathered along the back yoke instead of doing the pleat. Then a crinkle cotton that I did bishop sleeves but with wide elastic cuffs and I added a piece of lace into the front yoke. Then a cotton sateen dress version but I didn't do the gathered skirt, instead I just lengthened the pieces to my knees and kept the shirt hem. I also eliminated the keyhole and put a faux covered button placket down the front. Then I did a simple cotton viscose version exactly as per the pattern. I love them all. I find the ballad blouse has the same fit features as the Rhapsody so I am making a couple of those too.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Using lace at the yoke sounds like such a good idea. I totally should try that! The pearl button closure also sounds really nice. I have the Ballad blouse pattern. I might give that one a try as well. If I remember correctly, you don’t have to do the shirring on the yoke do you? I think you can do gathers instead? Thanks for the inspiration! 💞

[@nancyhilborn885]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews so far I have only done the gathered version of the ballad but I have the fabric and elastic ready to try the shirring.

[@stephaniecruz8260]

All are lovely ❤😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! 💞

[@vickieechols3216]

I love the rhapsody top I have made with 3/4 sleeves which lengthen to go below my elbow

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Nice! Thank you for visiting! 😊

[@kgflcreations]

Hi Izzy, I am in the same boat. I LOVE THE RHAPSODY PATTERN. Yes, I am yelling😝😝. It is such a feminine blouse and it is flattering in any body shape/size. I want to make more blouses and dresses… All your blouses are just beautiful, great fabric choices 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! I laughed when I read your message - I watched one of your videos today and I think you’re wearing a Rhapsody in it aren’t you? 💞

[@kgflcreations]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews You got it right, I was wearing a Rhapsody 👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@nancyk1054]

Love your videos...just discovered you.....would not have perhaps chosen that pattern, but seeing it in all-your pattern choices has inspired me...lovely selections and look great on you.... thanks for the inspirations and now I'm going g to try something new ❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Hi and welcome!! You’ve just reminded me that I haven’t made a Rhapsody in a while… hmmm… 🤔 😂 Thank you for watching!

[@ZeldaSews]

Izzy, I don't have a waist either😂 I have to make up my rhapsody top.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You do Zelda! 😂 I think you’d really, really like it. 💞

[@stillstitchin]

I’ve got the pattern and just haven’t gotten to it, yet. Need to find the right fabric. Thanks for the encouragement. 😊-Deborah

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You’re very welcome! Xx 💞

[@anitraanderson931]

I'm in the process of making my first Rhapsody. I too love the pattern! But I'm making it in a very stretchy knit and even made my own binding tape from that fabric. I never seem to take the easier route! It's not finished so I can't report on the outcome yet, but it IS looking pretty.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

A Rhapsody in knit fabric sounds amazing!!

[@annematthews4643]

Great video Izzy 👍🏻. I have the Rhapsody pattern but haven’t made it yet - thanks to your video I’m going to do it! I really like all of your makes, but no. 2 is my favourite and purple is def amazing on you 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 x

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Anne! Number 2 is definitely one of my favourites too. I’m so glad you decided to get the pattern - it’s a good one! Let me know how you get on with it. 💞

[@marywhite1749]

Love all your Rhapsody blouses!!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you!!

[@mmgg9337]

Love all of your Rhapsody blouses. I will be buying and making. Thank you !

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You’re welcome 😊 and thank you!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Ok ok. I'll try it at some point. 😉❤ How could I not when yours are so pretty!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Aww thank you Jen! There must be a Big 4 pattern in that stash of yours that resembles this blouse 😂💞

[@suewilbur504]

Love all your Rhapsody makes! I’ve made two and have another on my cutting table. Just trying to decide if I want short sleeves or cap sleeves. I don’t have a unicorn pattern yet but Rhapsody is certainly a favourite.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Sue! 💞

[@angiemcconnell9070]

Hi Izzy! Beautiful Rhapsody blouses! I have not made it but I do have the pattern. I just haven’t gotten to that one yet, but you have inspired me to get that one out and give it a go instead of the Montrose tops I had planned. We are similar body shapes and I love the way it looks on you! I’m am curious to learn how the pattern mashup goes! Have a great week ❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Hi Angie! I've made the Montrose a couple of times and I do like that pattern, but if I remember correctly, it's very "square" in the body. I prefer some shaping at the waist. I'm definitely going to be trying the "mashing" up when I get back from my trip because if it's successful, that will open up a world of possibilities for me 😂 I'll definitely share on the channel. Hope you're having a fabulous week! 💞

[@kathyskagen6210]

Hi Izzy. I love the details you shared with your Rapsody patterns! I have the pattern and fabric for it but haven't made it yet. I've been working on some patterns for knit fabric. My TNT/unicorn pattern is the Arlington top and dress. I've made 2 dresses and 2 tops so far. The last one I made has the neckline from Butterick 6858 but everything else is Arlington. This is the first video from you that I have seen. I subscribed! 😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much! So many people love the Arlington. I tried it once and it didn't work out at all, but I think maybe I had the wrong fabric for it. I really should give it another look!

[@kathyskagen6210]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews Try a sweater knit. I think you will like it. 😊

[@Lorij83]

I will be buying the Rhapsody pattern next time it is on sale. I like how you have been able to keep making it better.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Yay! Thank you so much. There are so many different options and tweaks you can make, it’s incredibly versatile. 💞

[@socarole66]

All those blouses are stunning, it is such a fabulous pattern and you have made so many successful versions. Of course the 'pièce de résistance' has to be the pink one 🩷. I hope I get to meet that in person when we meet in the UK!! Great video and looking forward to seeing some Winter versions. 😘xx

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Carole! I think there’s a really good chance you’ll get to “meet” the pink one in person. 😉💞xx

[@granjan252]

Yes, I’ve made two Rhapsody blouses to date, but have MANY more in my future. Yours are lovely!!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! 😊

[@pamelaliebelt9967]

All of your Rhapsodys are lovely on you. I have the pattern and need to bump it up on my list.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Pamela! You definitely should bump it up the list. 💞

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

OMG! YES, the Rhapsody blouse seems to be everywhere on YT! Same with the Donny top (Friday Pattern Co). Thank you so much for showing your Rhapsody top makes from different fabrics. I agree that the cotton lawn doesn't drape as well as the knits, but still a VERY beautiful top. LOVE your choices of fabrics!!! They are all so very beautiful!!! You can pick out fabric for me any time!!!!!!! The bias binding method for the hem is very interesting. I'll have to give that try at some point. Great makes and pattern review! Will have to get this pattern. 🥰 I used to sew garments a very loooo-ooong time ago. When I started sewing again during the pandemic, it was quilt sewing. Found Vivmom and other YT garment sewists, so I decided to start garment sewing again last year. Have been watching a lot of garment sewists' YT channels to get up to date on patterns, sewing methods, fabrics, pattern hacks (FBA's), etc. before investing in a lot of knit fabrics. Made 5 dresses from my quilting cotton stash for Project Dress A Girl last September and had a ball! Now in the process of downsizing and getting ready for a retirement move (to Florida), so sewing isn't something I have the time for right now. However, I can live vicariously through all the YT sewists for now and enjoy seeing your beautiful creations. 😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Awww you’re so sweet - thank you! I started garment sewing when my son was born in 1993 and did it for a few years but then stopped sewing completely until about 2010 when I discovered quilting and fell in love with sewing all over again. I only started making garments again right before the pandemic and I’m completely hooked! I love that garments are such quick makes. A quilt can take months to finish, but you can get a brand new t-shirt in just a couple of hours. 😂

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews You can make only so many quilts and then what? Give them away?? I've got plenty of charity quilt tops done and ready to quilt, but they are UFO's for now. One day after I move, I'll finish them and give them to charity. Garment sewing you can enjoy and wear your finished creations. I've not given up quilting completely. Will make quilt squares from time to time to make a quilt or two during the year, either to keep for for charity. I've got a lot of quilt squares ready to sew together into a quilt top, but that project will just have to wait a while longer. Found your channel via Jen, Carole, and a few other YT sewists' channels that I've been following. I'm now one of your subscribers, too. 🥰

[@AshtownCreations]

If you are able to adapt the Seychelles top to have the same shaping and hem, can you let us know how you went about doing it? I love the Seychelles top, but like the look of the bottom of the Rhapsody more. I haven’t made the Rhapsody yet - just getting ready to print it out and try my first one in the next couple of weeks - still need to pick my fabric - so excited! Thank you for showing us your makes!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Oh thank you for reminding me I wanted to do that! LOL I should add that to my list for this summer. And if I do, I will definitely share.

[@AshtownCreations]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews awesome! Thank you!

[@BYBabbra]

Great tops, they all look really stylish. I've not made the Rhapsody top but I do have a pattern that I keep making. Kwik Sew 3555 or is it New Look? It is a shirt/blouse but with some tweeks here and there. I tend to use the sleeve on other patterns as it fits so well. That thing you do with the bias tape on the hem is something that I have also done as it works so well, I'm glad to see that I am not the only one 😀

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Kwik Sew 3555 is a beautiful shirt. The bias tape for hemming is pretty amazing right? I learned that trick from Sian at Kittenish Behaviour and I use the method every time I have to hem something on a curve. 💞

[@linvin18]

Hi Izzy, I've made 12 Rhapsody Blouses now. I just love them, I'm going to try the dress one of these days. I love your fabric choices, all so different yet all lovely. ❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

12?! Wow - that’s amazing. Talk about getting your money’s worth out of the pattern. That’s the goal right? 💞

[@luvmycrafts_Mary]

I have been wanting to get this pattern, and it seems the longer I wait, the more you tube videos there are about it! SO I'm clicking and buying now! The pattern I use the most is the Everyday tee by Ellie and Mac, it was one of my first, and I mostly sew knits, as that's what I learned on (this time around-they didn't teach much about knits in the 90's). Your 5 Blouses are so pretty!!!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much! And yay for getting the pattern. You’re going to love it I’m sure. It’s funny because I love to sew knits in the winter (nice cozy hoodies and cardigans), but I sew wovens in the warmer months almost exclusively. 💞

[@DebsWay]

Hi Izzy! You really have made quite a few of those Rhapsody tops but they all look different. Really nice tops! And they look so comfortable. I've got the pattern but haven't given it a go yet. Happy Sewing!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! You too! 💞

[@marionmichaud8048]

Thank you for the great video. Making my first Rhapsody now! Two patterns that I have made several are the Cashmerette Concord Tee and the Itch to Stitch Zakopane Top both for knits. I am hoping to add the Rhapsody to that list. I am concern about how much ease it has -- I have tried the Love Notions Candance and although I made the fitting adjustments it still felt like it had too much ease and haven't worn it. I am hoping the Rhapsody will be a different experience. Again, thank you for the video.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are most welcome! My measurements now say that I should go up a size for my Rhapsody blouses, but the ones I have made an XL fit me just fine. Just a little tighter in the upper back. I would say maybe go down a size at the waist and hips if you prefer a less "roomy" look. I absolutely love the Concord Tee - it's my TNT for a t-shirt, but have not tried the Zakopane yet. Not sure of how it would look on my busty self. LOL

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

I love the Rhapsody pattern! I’ve made 3 and it is one of my TNT patterns. Yours turned out beautifully! This pattern has such wonderful details it also turns out so professionally sewn. I haven’t done any hacks but I like your idea of using the curved hemline. One of my other TNT patterns is the Vernon shirt/blouse by Cashmerette.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I have the Vernon but haven’t tried it yet. I really should though because I love button up shirts and I really like those lantern sleeves. Thank you! 💞

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews of all the pattern companies I have tried, I have to do the least alterations with the Vernon. Win Win! You should try it👍🙂

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

@@donnaschindlbeck7457 I think I’m going to add it to my Fall plans! Thank you!

[@MsSparky321]

You do a great job of explaining things! Since you shorten your blouse by so much, it might be helpful to know how tall you are. Also, how much extra fabric do you buy to make your lovely bias tape hems?

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much!! I’m 5’4” but the distance between my waist and my hips is very short. So I shorten all Love Notions patterns by a lot and only below the waist (the waist hits me in the right spot usually). I don’t buy additional fabric for the bias binding. I use the 10” or 12” square method to cut continous binding from very little fabric. There are a few tutorials on KZbin for that method. 💞

[@dyeitb1ack]

I love your rhapsodies! I came across your video when I was looking to make this top. I am trying it now with a self drafted facing as I don’t have enough fabric for bias binding! I love the top you’re wearing too, may I ask what pattern that is?

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much! I'm wearing the Seychelles Top by Itch-to-Stitch. I've made that pattern a couple of times and it's a good one!

[@ColleenCotoni-]

I had just cut out my first Rhapsody this past weekend but in the dress version with the flutter sleeves. I used a challis animal print from Minerva. I made the full bust version in an XL but then graded out from waist and hips. How did you get the latest version fron LN?

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Wow - an animal print challis with the flutter sleeves sounds amazing! If you go to the Love Notions website, log onto your account, the latest pattern will be available for you to download. Can’t wait to hear how your dress turns out. 💞

[@luvmycrafts_Mary]

I think I already commented that I was buying this pattern immediately- well I did and it is so quick once you get going- luckily I’m using a thrifted sheet as a muslin-silly me tried the V with the little bridge - followed the hack instructions on the blog and it still gapes…not sure how to fix that - but I can’t wait to try this pattern with a rayon challis! Any suggestions for that V hack??❤-mary

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Yay! It’s going to be amazing in a challis. I messed up the bridge when I did it last for some reason and it was gaping quite a bit. I just made a little pleat on both sides and tacked it down so that you can barely see them. I think the bridge looks best when it’s about 1.5” long so maybe try that next time? 💞

[@marciakistner8977]

Izzy, the blouses are beautiful!! I have never done a PDF pattern. For some reason, I am intimidated by them. Do you send the pattern to a Copy Shop? (Not sure what that is). 😮

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Marcia! I don’t send my PDFs to be printed. I print them myself on my home printer and then stick them together. I don’t mind doing that at all. The Love Notions PDFs have amazing instructions and they are super easy to use. 💞

[@NancySchober]

I've only made one so far. Still need to tinker with the fit bcs it came out humongous

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Oh no! Make sure you pick your size based on your high bust and then use the full bust front if the difference between your high bust and your full bust is 4” or more. I always use XL based on my high bust, use the full bust piece and they always come out perfect. Good luck! 💞

[@donnabronner4837]

I've tried this pattern 3 times but never finished the blouses. Why? Bias binding. 😢😅

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I hear ya! It’s the only thing about this pattern that I don’t love. 😂 I wish I had access to a fairy godmother who would make yards and yards of bias binding for me! And I really don’t love the store-bought bias tape. One of these days I’ll invest in one of those bias binding making machine! 💞