The Santorini top comes in size 00-40US, has cup sizes A-DD. This is my affiliate link: itch-to-stitch.com/product/santorini-tank-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/?affiliates=torrejontrini If you have access to my Patreon exclusive content, the full sew along is here: www.patreon.com/posts/extra-exclusive-83931765
I really love it that every time I have questions about a pattern (either new or old) you have already made a video about it!!! Thank you SO MUCH!! 😘😎💫
I love iTS for the special design flourishes and Kennis always surprises me with what she comes up with. Karina, again a beautiful make. A beautiful addition to your handmade / high-end wardrobe. Currently watching your masterclass on the 5 chiffon robe hacks from way back. Love everything you make!
Beautiful tops! I love the navy version with the white jeans. Solids just show off the seam lines so well but your stripe version is also very striking!
This is why I own just about every Itch-to-Stitch pattern. Some styles are not my cup of tea. But, this is another Winner! Thank you for clearly explaining adjusting the Princess seam to fit me and not someone else with a “perkier” chest area.😊 I fell in love with this pattern and since I buy wovens by the bolt to make test garments…I’m good.👍
Purchase the pattern using the link you provided, I had the file printed the same day and did my muslin, I adjusted the bust line and the neckline and the top came out perfect. As usual your tips and sewing expertise made it easy for me to make the top in under 2 hours. Thanks Karina
After watching several of your videos and finding them so helpful, I joined your Patreon. (I've never done that before!) I am in my seventies and learned to use a sewing machine at seven years old. However, I am still learning from you! Like you, I prefer to sew with woven fabrics, although I have sewn knits. And like you, I usually have the lower the bust dart, so it was very helpful to see how you do this on the Santorini top. I have stayed away from any kind of princess seams because I couldn't get them to fit. Now that I learned from you how to do that, I am going to buy and make the Santorini. Also, I have been doing a lot more hand basting since watching you. Thanks, Karina. I look forward to more of your videos.
This is perfect for me! Thank you for showing how versatile this pattern is, as I had overlooked it from the Itch to Stitch email and I’d have missed a gem xx
Like someone else mentioned, I wait until you show us your makes, and then use your affiliate link and go get it! I have a bin of linen I will have to go through and make a colour choice or two. Thanks again!
I’ve been waiting, hoping you were going to do this top after seeing your striped one in the tester photos. I liked it straight off, thinking of all those long strips of fabric leftover from other garments. I remembered to wait to use your affiliate link for once! Both of yours are lovely! The lowered neckline on the navy is a nice touch. The stripes are fabulous! …can i tell you, i still have a pair of white flares in my cupboard from the 80’s 😂. They’re even still white, much to my astonishment! I only wear them occasionally, and never out to eat 😝
Great to see you hand sew the hem. I always do and it makes a much nicer finish to the garment. Also interesting you got it on without the buttons. This is a lovely pattern - Kennis has surpassed herself!
Love the red skirt and stripe fabric. Red is your colour for sure! My favourite is the blue and white. There’s something so classy about it and with the scarf too it’s stunning. I have larger bust too and appreciated the fitting tip. You are so talented!
Fabulous top! Love the simplified one too! Lovely video - always enjoy watching you alter the pattern to fit. Do you have a video on changing the armhole to accommodate a sleeveless look. The summers in Texas are brutal and I can't handle sleeves in summer! I know I've seen you do it but can't find the video. Thanks again.
As soon as I saw this I knew it was perfect for me. I went straight to order it. I have the fabrics already, can't wait to make it. All your styling is perfect, I 'm afraid it's a case of copying all your looks. I even have the white jeans in that exact style. Thank you Karina for another fabulous video.
Love this top. I really love fitted tops and the style lines and button placket on this one are so elegant. I think it could be a good scrap buster too...for those longer narrower off cuts. I bought the pattern (and two others I've had sitting in my basket 😂) with your affiliate link. Great video - ty!
The outfit with the striped version and white jeans looks amazing. Glad I checked out your video before deciding whether to get the pattern. I was wondering if the buttons are needed to put the top on and you answered that question.
By vest to do mean it open on the front? Anything is possible if you know how to do that. Yes, heavier fabrics would work but if you want to layer over something, I might size up.
Can you tell me what adjustment will take care of extra fabric in the upper bust area, I do a petite adjustment but still get one bunching from the neck to upper bust area. Love this pattern, thank you!😊
The extra fabric means you need to lower the curve of the bust apex. You also need to choose a size based on your sewing cup size. This is not the same as your bra cup size.
I’m wondering if you’ve done this top as a dress? I previously had one with piping in between the seams that I found very slimming and was wondering if I could recreate it, it was a rtw item. Thanks Alison
To make it a dress: it’s not as straight forward as other patterns because of the shape of the Center and the side. This is why I didn’t do it. If you keep it in the same angle and lengthen the pieces, the Center would become very wide and the sides would basically disappear.
I love your navy and white styling. Classic. Question for you: is there an option for the shorter version Kennis is wearing? Or is it just a shorten/lengthen line on the pattern? I prefer my tops to hit at the lower waist (high hip?) but noticed in the tester photos that they were all much longer.
The top gets longer with the sizes. Because my size is larger than Kennis, I ended up with a longer looking too even though it’s the original length. There are shorten and lengthen lines… you can make it shorter.
Great linen videos, wonderful precision, I'm learning so much, thank you. Question: it seems you use fusible interfacing on all the pieces... but does that not stiffen the fabric and make it harsh on skin...? I can't work out when you would you line a linen top (and use bias tape)?
I interface the facings and plackets. That’s very needed to keep the shape and structured of necklines and armholes. Not doing this will result and floppy and deformed garments. I use a very light weight type that is not stiff at all. Facings or binding? It’s a personal preference. I think you are confusing facings with lining. It’s not the same thing.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thanks for your swift response! So if I understood, 1) you did not interface the main linen pieces. (To me they look interfaced because laid out on your table (at 9:19) the reverse looks very pale). 2) Your general video on linen highly recommends lining linen tops yet here and also in your linen "peplum top" video, the outfits are unlined. I imagine it's because they have facings instead?...Sorry for my confusion. I'm watching your sleeveless lining and facing techniques video to see if it has the answers. I really enjoy your happy but rigorously clear style, you make me want to sew all day. I am sewing a beautiful linen corset dress for my daughter's 18th. Never sewn so much before in my life. You give me courage :)
@@eileen8130 the linen is white in its base, that’s why it looks pale on the wrong side of the fabric. The colors are printed onto the right side of the fabric. The pieces are NOT interfaced, only the facings. About lining linen, that’s more for tailored pieces like blazers, sheath dresses and maybe dressy trousers. Remember with sewing it’s not all black or white. There’s a lot to interpret on a case by case basis. I would never line a simple top or light layer like a shirt or the peplum top.
Karina, are the buttons purely decorative? Is there enough ease so you can put this shirt on without using the side buttons? I’m amazed - the shirt looks more fitted than that. I’m going to break my rule of not buying a pattern unless I’m planning to sew it in the next month (my stash is getting out of control) because I think this pattern is perfect.
In the description box, I have the link to the technique video. I also mention this in the video ua-cam.com/video/iy289O0EJpQ/v-deo.htmlsi=SZAOmdypIM1vwzae see it detail here. Some techniques are universal and I cannot possibly film the same thing over and over again. That’s why I have technique videos. I also have the full sewalong on my Patreon page.
The Santorini top comes in size 00-40US, has cup sizes A-DD. This is my affiliate link: itch-to-stitch.com/product/santorini-tank-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/?affiliates=torrejontrini
If you have access to my Patreon exclusive content, the full sew along is here: www.patreon.com/posts/extra-exclusive-83931765
I really love it that every time I have questions about a pattern (either new or old) you have already made a video about it!!! Thank you SO MUCH!! 😘😎💫
You do stripes the very best!
What a beautiful blouse. Stripes verticals are slimming and elegantes.
BEAUTIFUL AS USUAL
Thank you! Cheers!
Beautiful tops! This video is a great addition to your video on using striped fabric. Thanks Karina!
Lovely tops and great tutorial as usual. Thanks Karina.
Glad you liked it!
wow Karina, so nice!!!!
Thank you! 🤗
I love iTS for the special design flourishes and Kennis always surprises me with what she comes up with. Karina, again a beautiful make. A beautiful addition to your handmade / high-end wardrobe. Currently watching your masterclass on the 5 chiffon robe hacks from way back. Love everything you make!
Come to think of it, everything you show is a master class!
Thank you so much!
Wow thank you so much 😀😀
Beautiful tops! I love the navy version with the white jeans. Solids just show off the seam lines so well but your stripe version is also very striking!
I knew I wanted one of each. Solids are becoming more common for me now.
This is why I own just about every Itch-to-Stitch pattern. Some styles are not my cup of tea. But, this is another Winner! Thank you for clearly explaining adjusting the Princess seam to fit me and not someone else with a “perkier” chest area.😊
I fell in love with this pattern and since I buy wovens by the bolt to make test garments…I’m good.👍
Love you makes Karina. Your shoes are 😗🤌🏽
Gorgeous top❤
Thank you!!
Linen is my favorite! Will have to try this pattern.
Purchase the pattern using the link you provided, I had the file printed the same day and did my muslin, I adjusted the bust line and the neckline and the top came out perfect. As usual your tips and sewing expertise made it easy for me to make the top in under 2 hours. Thanks Karina
After watching several of your videos and finding them so helpful, I joined your Patreon. (I've never done that before!) I am in my seventies and learned to use a sewing machine at seven years old. However, I am still learning from you! Like you, I prefer to sew with woven fabrics, although I have sewn knits. And like you, I usually have the lower the bust dart, so it was very helpful to see how you do this on the Santorini top. I have stayed away from any kind of princess seams because I couldn't get them to fit. Now that I learned from you how to do that, I am going to buy and make the Santorini. Also, I have been doing a lot more hand basting since watching you. Thanks, Karina. I look forward to more of your videos.
I love your top Karina, thank you for your instructions.
You are so welcome!
Perfectly done!
Love ❤️ Love the blue top. You glowed in that outfit!
Thank you!!
Your presentation makes me want to purchase this pattern and create this top. Excellent and thank you.
So lovely!!!!! Thank you!
Love it. So I had to buy it!!
It's so good! Enjoy 😀
Simply beautiful, I was waiting for your video 😉
Obrigada! 😊
You're welcome 😊
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Just got it through your link!
This is perfect for me! Thank you for showing how versatile this pattern is, as I had overlooked it from the Itch to Stitch email and I’d have missed a gem xx
Love all your looks in this new top!
Thank you!!
Lovely so is your garden 🙂
Like someone else mentioned, I wait until you show us your makes, and then use your affiliate link and go get it! I have a bin of linen I will have to go through and make a colour choice or two. Thanks again!
Love that! You’ll love working with linen.
Lovely top. Clicking on your link now. Thanks Karina
I’ve been waiting, hoping you were going to do this top after seeing your striped one in the tester photos. I liked it straight off, thinking of all those long strips of fabric leftover from other garments. I remembered to wait to use your affiliate link for once!
Both of yours are lovely! The lowered neckline on the navy is a nice touch. The stripes are fabulous!
…can i tell you, i still have a pair of white flares in my cupboard from the 80’s 😂. They’re even still white, much to my astonishment! I only wear them occasionally, and never out to eat 😝
Great to see you hand sew the hem. I always do and it makes a much nicer finish to the garment. Also interesting you got it on without the buttons. This is a lovely pattern - Kennis has surpassed herself!
The buttons are there to be pretty. There’s enough waist ease to get it on just fine :)
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thank you. I love this top and have arthritis so it's difficult doing up buttons on one side. I'm now going to order it.
Thanks for another good one, Karina. I’m off to buy the pattern. You are such a wonderful resource. Thank you for all the hard work you do.
Wonderful!
Love both of your tops....amazing color and style. Will get the pattern trough your link! Thank for this video. Yes the white jeans are great...xoxox
Love the red skirt and stripe fabric. Red is your colour for sure! My favourite is the blue and white. There’s something so classy about it and with the scarf too it’s stunning. I have larger bust too and appreciated the fitting tip. You are so talented!
Fabulous top! Love the simplified one too! Lovely video - always enjoy watching you alter the pattern to fit. Do you have a video on changing the armhole to accommodate a sleeveless look. The summers in Texas are brutal and I can't handle sleeves in summer! I know I've seen you do it but can't find the video. Thanks again.
Lovely top and love the combinations .
Love these! Definitely going to get this pattern. I'll be making a toile as well. I have some linen to play with!
As soon as I saw this I knew it was perfect for me. I went straight to order it. I have the fabrics already, can't wait to make it. All your styling is perfect, I 'm afraid it's a case of copying all your looks. I even have the white jeans in that exact style. Thank you Karina for another fabulous video.
Love this top. I really love fitted tops and the style lines and button placket on this one are so elegant. I think it could be a good scrap buster too...for those longer narrower off cuts. I bought the pattern (and two others I've had sitting in my basket 😂) with your affiliate link. Great video - ty!
The outfit with the striped version and white jeans looks amazing. Glad I checked out your video before deciding whether to get the pattern. I was wondering if the buttons are needed to put the top on and you answered that question.
Glad it was helpful! They are pretty but can be omitted too.
Do you think this could be made with a little bit heavier fabric to wear kind of like a vest?
By vest to do mean it open on the front? Anything is possible if you know how to do that. Yes, heavier fabrics would work but if you want to layer over something, I might size up.
Can you tell me what adjustment will take care of extra fabric in the upper bust area, I do a petite adjustment but still get one bunching from the neck to upper bust area. Love this pattern, thank you!😊
The extra fabric means you need to lower the curve of the bust apex. You also need to choose a size based on your sewing cup size. This is not the same as your bra cup size.
I’m wondering if you’ve done this top as a dress? I previously had one with piping in between the seams that I found very slimming and was wondering if I could recreate it, it was a rtw item. Thanks Alison
To make it a dress: it’s not as straight forward as other patterns because of the shape of the Center and the side. This is why I didn’t do it. If you keep it in the same angle and lengthen the pieces, the Center would become very wide and the sides would basically disappear.
I love your navy and white styling. Classic. Question for you: is there an option for the shorter version Kennis is wearing? Or is it just a shorten/lengthen line on the pattern? I prefer my tops to hit at the lower waist (high hip?) but noticed in the tester photos that they were all much longer.
The top gets longer with the sizes. Because my size is larger than Kennis, I ended up with a longer looking too even though it’s the original length. There are shorten and lengthen lines… you can make it shorter.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles thanks for clarifying this. Ordering now!
Great linen videos, wonderful precision, I'm learning so much, thank you. Question: it seems you use fusible interfacing on all the pieces... but does that not stiffen the fabric and make it harsh on skin...? I can't work out when you would you line a linen top (and use bias tape)?
I interface the facings and plackets. That’s very needed to keep the shape and structured of necklines and armholes. Not doing this will result and floppy and deformed garments. I use a very light weight type that is not stiff at all. Facings or binding? It’s a personal preference. I think you are confusing facings with lining. It’s not the same thing.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thanks for your swift response! So if I understood, 1) you did not interface the main linen pieces. (To me they look interfaced because laid out on your table (at 9:19) the reverse looks very pale). 2) Your general video on linen highly recommends lining linen tops yet here and also in your linen "peplum top" video, the outfits are unlined. I imagine it's because they have facings instead?...Sorry for my confusion. I'm watching your sleeveless lining and facing techniques video to see if it has the answers. I really enjoy your happy but rigorously clear style, you make me want to sew all day. I am sewing a beautiful linen corset dress for my daughter's 18th. Never sewn so much before in my life. You give me courage :)
@@eileen8130 the linen is white in its base, that’s why it looks pale on the wrong side of the fabric. The colors are printed onto the right side of the fabric. The pieces are NOT interfaced, only the facings. About lining linen, that’s more for tailored pieces like blazers, sheath dresses and maybe dressy trousers.
Remember with sewing it’s not all black or white. There’s a lot to interpret on a case by case basis. I would never line a simple top or light layer like a shirt or the peplum top.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Got it - thank you for explaining!
Karina, are the buttons purely decorative? Is there enough ease so you can put this shirt on without using the side buttons? I’m amazed - the shirt looks more fitted than that. I’m going to break my rule of not buying a pattern unless I’m planning to sew it in the next month (my stash is getting out of control) because I think this pattern is perfect.
I did mention this in the video many times actually. Yes you can just slip it on over the head. It’s not too fitted.
Yes, you did. I think I’m just astonished. :) Thanks for another wonderful review
What kind of material did you use.
I talked about it in my video several times. It’s linen/ rayon blend for both.
I was looking on how to do the facing on the armholes (rolling up and sewing armholes)per instructions but it seems you skipped the hardest part, darn
In the description box, I have the link to the technique video. I also mention this in the video ua-cam.com/video/iy289O0EJpQ/v-deo.htmlsi=SZAOmdypIM1vwzae see it detail here. Some techniques are universal and I cannot possibly film the same thing over and over again. That’s why I have technique videos.
I also have the full sewalong on my Patreon page.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles my apologies…must have got distracted with something, lol
thank you very much
Love your videos!