Be Yourself - 5 out of 4's Taylor Racerback Tank Top, Tunic, and Dress Sewing Pattern Review

Just be yourself.  

There is no one better. 

What better way to express yourself thank sewing your own clothing?  

The 5 out of 4 Taylor Racerback Tank Top, Tunic, and Dress Sewing Pattern definitely helps me sew up some flattering tops in a jiffy, so I can feel free to be me!

 

This top comes with a few options:
- One piece back
- Gathered back option
- Top, Tunic, or Dress Lengths

I LOVE the look of the gathered back, and will definitely be adding more to my summer wardrobe!

I graded as normal, from Small to Large with 5 out of 4 Patterns, and the fit is perfect. 

I am always concerned about racerbacks, as they tend to pull on my neck and shoulders, causing more than my normal daily pain. 

With this racerback, I can wear it all day long and honestly not know I'm wearing it. The armcycle is comfortable and doesn't dig in, and the tunic length is perfect for pairing with leggings. 

 

The flowier the fabric, the happier you will be with this top - a denser or stiffer fabric definitely won't have the same flow and would look quite boxy.  So avoid liverpools, medium density Cotton Lycra, and similar feeling fabrics. 

Sewing wise,  the instructions are easy to follow, and perfect for beginners. 

I've worn both my workout bra and regular fancy bras underneath, and they haven't shown outside of the racerback straps, so you shouldn't have to wear a special bra to prevent it from showing underneath the top. 

I'd definitely add this to your wardrobe and sew it up immediately - you won't regret the Taylor Racerback!

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Me Made May Day 16: Gloria Peplum Top, Kingston Jacket, and High Waisted Leggings

Sunny Days = a new day ahead. 

Always look forward and try not to glance back. 

Today's attire includes:

Rebecca Page's Kingston Jacket


It was a chilly drive to drop Husband off at work this morning, so I had to sport my stylish Kingston Jacket.


I loved this Tiger Fabric when I first saw  it - I sing, "Eye of the Tiger" every time I put it on.


Ironically, this was my first ever pattern testing last year - experience it all over again with me!

5 out of 4's Gloria Peplum Top


This top was a simple sew with a different arm option - the split sleeve! 


I made mine as part of a Sew-A-Long last week, and won a free pattern for my creation (yeah!).


I originally had the elbow length sleeve, however, cut it to short sleeve as my sleeve fabric wasn't crapey enough and looked weird with a longer sleeve. I know for next time!


I love the way this Peplum fits and that it wasn't a fabric hog - it's quite flattering, even at a shorter length than I normally would wear.

Koerb Bros Stitch High Waisted Leggings


When I first saw the picture of these leggings from an unknown designer, I knew I needed them! 


They have options for lace up or zipper sides, and I opted for the capris length.


The directions REALLY confused me - my head hurt while sewing these up last year. 


So, thankfully, I had sewn enough at that point that I was able to sew them together - but if I'd been a beginner sewist, the instructions are too vague that I would of thrown in the towel on making these.


I *do* love the grommets with lacing at the side, however, next time I'd add a "modesty panel" at the sides so the grommets don't directly hit my skin - sometimes they pinch in a bit too much depending on my movement (or lack thereof).


Sew On!