The Sorbetto Top: Complete!

I finally completed Colette Patterns' Sorbetto top! If you're unfamiliar with this pattern, it's free to download here at Colette Patterns' website. I first decided that I wanted to make it when Mena at The Sew Weekly did a Sorbetto challenge- she sewed seven in seven days! The Sorbetto is a great pattern because it's easily embellished and changed; the variations are endless. Plus, it's free.

This top can be easily finished in a short evening. Mine took two because of a change of plans. I originally planned to use a sleeve pattern that Mena developed specifically for the Sorbetto. The sleeve looked even flouncier with the fabric I used (a cotton sheet). Next time, if I add a sleeve, I will know to widen the shoulder strap of the original pattern first. Flouncy doesn't really work for broad shoulders like mine, so after a day of deliberation, off came the sleeves.

Other than that, the pattern came together easily, just like everyone says. This is a great pattern for a beginner. It was my first attempt finishing with bias tape, and I really liked it much more than I thought I would (although my seams are far from perfect). Thanks to a tip from a friend, I made my RTW size (but added 3-4 inches of length). I did end up taking in an inch or two on each side, but I'm glad I waited till the end to do so.

Summary? The Sorbetto is an easy, fun pattern that I'll definitely make again, but with a different sleeve or lighter fabric next time. It's also a great intro to sewing with bias tape. Have you made a Sorbetto? Leave a link in the comments; I'd love to see!