Hey guys! I’m officially ready for spring, and it’s all thanks to this fabric! Isn’t it gorgeous!? It makes me so happy. My recent collaboration with Indy Bindy Fabric resulted in this fun top, using a free sewing pattern called the Ruffle Sleeve Top from Peppermint Magazine.
Amy Watts, owner of Indy Bindy, is an Australian currently living in Japan with her husband and two little boys. She started her fabric business one year ago and loves supporting the independent designers found in her shop.
The fabric I chose to use for this top is this stunning design called FLORAL. Believe me when I say it’s even better in person.
A little bit about the designer: Kayo Aoyama. Her atelier is right in the heart of Tokyo. However, she spent years studying and working in Sweden. And her experience translates into a beautifully unique and fresh style all of her own.
Aoyama-san describe’s her aesthetic: “My design is inspired by organic shapes, like plants and stones. I draw by hand, because the uneven lines or trace of brush makes reminds me the most of nature. My wish is that my design will brighten up your everyday life the same way a fresh bouquet of flowers will add that extra sparkle to your home.”
The Peppermint Ruffle Sleeve Top is a free download, and a great quick project! I made the size between A and B; I found my measurements to be right in the middle of the two sizes. Instead of using the facing, I used bias tape to finish my neckline. I used Amy Nicole’s Youtube video that walks you through how to finish a v-neck top with bias tape, it’s excellent! I don’t sew a lot of v-necks and needed a little guidance!
I also cut off 1 1/2″ from the sleeve length before attaching the ruffle pieces. I wanted a slightly shorter sleeve, and I love this finished result.
I was nervous about making this shirt in 100% cotton, but the drape is still good and it totally works. The sleeves aren’t too stiff looking and lay nicely (another concern I had). Overall, I’m thrilled with this top and had a fun time wearing it around LA in 70 degree weather this past week. Now I’m back in Utah and waiting for warmer temps so I can pull this cutie back out! It’s such a great pattern/fabric combo!!
Amy is hosting a giveaway, so you can win some of this gorgeous fabric for yourself, plus other amazing prizes such as:
- 2m of the fabric of the winners choice
- 1x Kayo Aoyama Tote Bag
- 1x Collette sewing planner
- 1x In The Folds pattern of the winners choice
- 12 month digital subscription to Peppermint Magazine!
To enter the giveaway: follow @indybindyco on Instagram, and leave a comment tagging a friend. (Each comment/tag counts for an extra entry!). Three extra entries for signing up for Amy’s newsletter, too! One winner will be chosen at random. Head over to her Instagram for more details.
Indy Bindy has so many other gorgeous cotton prints, make sure to check them all out, you won’t regret it!
Fabric for this post was provided by Indy Bindy Co, but all opinions are my own.
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Love the blouse! Also, love your shoes. Could you tell me where you purchased them? Thank you
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