New Spring Simplicity Sewing Pattern Top With Peplum And Shawl Collar
One of Simplicity’s spring sewing patterns that works all year round, Simplicity pattern 9889 princess seam top with a peplum is a cute addition to your closet.
The sewing pattern has no button holes or zips making it a great option for beginner sewists. There are a few sewing pattern instructions I would change — follow my step by step sew along to help you create a perfect top.
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Available in sizes 4-12 and 12-20 it will fit a wide range of body shapes. The pattern has several length options and sleeve variations.
Mix and Match Pattern Options
The pattern offers three different sleeve variations. Having various sleeve variations makes the pattern multi seasonal and a good value for Simplicity customers.
I love the shawl collar, but the construction could be simpler — see the sew along below for my comments and corrections.
Peplum (Skirt) in two Length options
The longer version is very long, it was almost a dress on me. I do however, like the short length and a length somewhere in between the longer and shorter options. Perhaps, the sewing pattern should have three instead of two length options.
Partial Button Front
No button holes, just button loops. I did find the front gaped a bit, but the top can go on over your head, so I just stitched down the front seam making the buttons a decorative element.
I purchased a white waffle fabric from Misan when I was in London last summer. It was quite the fabric haul and I have waffled (pun intended) on what to do with this gorgeous fabric for a while. The fabric was fairly expensive, but nowhere near the price of the inspiration piece from my Spring Fashion Trends You Can Sew (Or Buy) recommendations.
The pattern calls for some interfacing and I added more to the front structure — see sew along below.
I almost exclusively use tricot knit interfacing and you can find it in my Etsy store. It stretches with the fabric as it moves, an important consideration for knit and woven fabrics.
Version A Make
I like the shorter sleeves and peplum for my short stature.
Version B Make
The longer version is super long — way to long for my 5’3″ frame. I took 6 inches off the bottom of Version B for a tunic length and I am happy with the results.
I like the look of Version Top C, it would make a pretty blouse in a soft, silky fabric.
Follow along with step by step instructions and pattern corrections with my Simplicity sewing pattern 9889 Sew Along. The sew along will make you aware of the pattern pitfalls.
Raised waist tops with a wide peplum look best with tapered pants. The shawl collar with partial button front does not lend itself to necklaces, so big fun earrings are the way to go.
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Even after a few sewing pattern construction missteps, I like Simplicity pattern 9889. Raised waist tops make your legs look longer. Also, I don’t have any tops with shawl collar details in my current wardrobe making this a nice addition. The pattern offers a variety of length options and sleeve variations giving you lots of slightly different styles to create from one pattern. I love when I can get multiple pieces out of one pattern purchase — since the pattern price can be high when they are not on sale.