The Waterfall Cowl Revisited...Changing the Pleat Position.
Here is another interpretation of Ottobre Woman Issue 2/2009, #5 ...the "Waterfall Blouse"
I always change the front shoulder gathers into a pleat when I make this style. On this newest top, I positioned the pleat near the shoulder point with the fold toward the shoulder seam. Orienting the pleat in this way results in a rounded drape...which I think suits the print of the fabric.
When I place the pleat near the neck edge , the drape folds form more of a V shape, as shown to the left (and in more detail further down the main page of the blog).
Both of these tops are welcome additions to my fall wardrobe.
Labels: My Wardrobe, Ottobre Woman
16 Comments:
Very pretty! It's amazing how such a small change gives it a completely different look.
Lovely. You have a way with knits.
That is beautiful, what a simple change. I have that top on my fall sewing list, I will have to try it both ways. You're always so inspiring Pam.
I like the round shape even better. It would look best on my figure. Thank you so much for showing how to change a cowel. My patternmaking instructor didn't show us this information.
They are both gorgeous but I really like the v-shape best for myself. It's been ages since I wore a cowl but I have one on my to-do list.
Very nice.
Very nice! I love how changing the pleat totally changed the look for each blouse!
How about some good tutorials for working with slinky knits - yours always look so nice!
Thanks for showing and explaining the difference Pam. I don't think I've ever made a cowl top before but if I do I know I'll be back to re-read this info. :)
Those are both very nice tops. And, thank you for the review of the serger in your last post. I am going to be in need of a new serger before too long. I don't need bells and whistles but a good, sturdy machine.
I love cowl tops and have not thought about converting gathers to pleats. Love that idea and glad you shared it with us. Also moving where you place them does make a difference. I appreciate your sharing that knowledge and will have to give this a try.
Very nice tops. Thanks for explaining the changes.
Oh, I really like it - yes, this little change works well with the print.
OMG that's gorgeous Pam!
I really like the draping you created. The fabric is lovely!
It looks good. Where did you get the fabric?
Hi Karin... The beautiful teal and brown print came from http://GorgeousFabrics.com
The gray fabric came as a gift from a fan of the sewing tutorials I write and post to this little blog of mine :)
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