Review | New Look 6704 Top
Pattern Description: New Look 6704 Top with collar, sleeve, and length variations. View B has breast pockets.
Pattern Sizing: 10-22. I made a 10. I kind of wish the top came in an 8, because the 10 is slightly baggy on me.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing? Yes!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, they were pretty easy. There really wasn’t anything I didn’t understand. Plus, I made a muslin for this top last year, so I was already familiar with the construction process. I used flat felled seams for the entire shirt, including the sleeves. I like the finished look outside and inside the shirt.
You really need to take your time with the pockets though, because they are easy to mess up. The first time I made this shirt, my pockets came out looking like trapezoids. Not a good look. This time I tried to be more meticulous with pressing the edges, making sure they were as parallel as possible so I could have nice, straight pockets. The flaps didn’t come out perfectly, but they look good enough to me!
Also, I used my blind hem foot to edge stitch the pockets and the collar.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I really liked the model photo with the striped seersucker. I wanted the same look with the breast pockets, I top I could wear to work or with jeans.
Fabric Used: Stretch cotton shirting (I think was in the seersucker category)from Fashion Fabrics Club.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: N/A
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I would sew it again, and I would recommend this pattern. I have some nice shirting from Gorgeous Fabrics waiting patiently in my stash.
Conclusion: This is a great top with a smart, casual look.
Very cute! You did an amazing job matching the stripes!
I’m so glad you reviewed this pattern. I’ve been thinking about getting this one because it looks almost identical to a favorite knit shirt I got at the Gap years ago. I’ll just have to make it a bit smaller. Thanks!
very cute!