StyleArc Tessa Top
Boy, do I like this shirt!
It’s a simple oversized top with interesting seaming and facings, plus, the asymmetrical front-to-back hem.
In the interest of fabric shortage, I chose a color block scheme, haha!
This is the second StyleArc pattern I’ve made, downloaded PDF from the Etsy website. I used some linen twill from my stash consisting of blue and black threads woven in the twill pattern. For the facings, I used the other side of the fabric just for fun! The black solid on the back is a recycled dress shirt.
The linen is a very loose weave, and got off-grain quite easily. The seaming and topstitching are wonky in some places.
I’m trying to show the hi-low hem here.
As others have said, StyleArc instructions are very minimal. I had to really think hard when getting the facings done the way I wanted. I used a fusible interfacing called Pro-Tailor Deluxe for the facings in the neck, hem, and sleeve finishes. I did my own thing, finishing the facings to the right side, using the other side of the linen. You could finish them to the inside if you wanted. The pattern calls for side inseam pockets, but I didn’t use them.
I had to get used to the different seam allowances on the pieces. Depending on the pattern pieces, there was 1 centimeter allowances on one side, and 1/4” on the other side. I’m still not a big fan of the 1/4” seam allowances; old habits die hard! I used French seams, so my seam allowances are more like 1/2”. This is a size 10, and I really like the fit. This is meant to be loose and somewhat boxy. The bottom hem turns in slightly, creating a slight cocoon effect.
This is a great top! Use it as a backdrop for some fabulous statement jewelry, or try your hand at color blocking. Either way, it’s fairly easy to put together, and very well drafted. It’s a great pull-over top, but still bra-strap friendly. I’ll be making another one of these for sure!
SewEllen 
Love the colour combo. Easy-to-wear tops seem to abound these days. I’ve yet to make one!
I always loved colour blocking. You have mixed the colours together well!