FINISHED! Archipelago Mathilde

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With enormous thanks to Tilly's fabulous pattern and super duper detailed tutorials (of which I used every single one), I present my first Mathilde blouse!!!! What a great pattern.  
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The fabric is the Liberty of London I bought the other day from Addicted to Fabric.  It is Archipelago A from the Liberty Art Spring Summer 2013 Tresco range and you can read more about it in my Library of Liberty.  The fabric is so gorgeous.  I had some lovely comments both on the top and on the fabric when I wore it to work today. I just love those sneaky little statues hiding in the garden.
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Gathering, pintucks and buttons... These were all a little bit of a stretch for me, but they turned out fine.  The fabric fortunately hides any little imperfections. Buttons no longer seem to be so frightening!  I probably should have thought a bit more about the pattern placement on the front bodice (both pieces now seem a bit matchy matchy - but I think that's just being picky).
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I wore it today with jeans (because it's Friday) but next week I'll wear it with my grey skirt all tucked in.  I'm so in love with this top that I'll probably post some photos then as well. 
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33 comments:

  1. Crab and BeeFebruary 23, 2013 at 1:36 AM

    Your Mathilde looks amazing and very nicely sewn! The fit looks great too, did you have to change anything or was it fine without adjustments? I'm thinking about this pattern myself and yours is inspiring!

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  2. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 23, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    I'm so glad you did Shar because I think it will look great - and a perfect match for a Charlotte skirt. I was a bit daunted by the pintucks and all those buttons, but in fact it was quite fun to sew! Can't wait to see your version.

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  3. KatherineFebruary 23, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Pretty, cool blouses like these are perfect for summer. Love the fabric choice!

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  4. AmandaFebruary 23, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    This looks absolutely smashing! The pin tucks look super neat and epic work on the buttons. Loving the Liberty print for this :)

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  5. ThewallinnaFebruary 24, 2013 at 1:19 AM

    Please, don't mention the dress...*hysterical*

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  6. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 24, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    Woops, sorry :)

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  7. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 24, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    Thanks so much. I really recommend it (in Liberty!!)

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  8. Sassy TFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:08 PM

    Love, love, love. The fabric is a piece of romantic art. threadnoir.blogspot.com

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  9. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:14 AM

    Thanks Katherine.

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  10. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    Thanks so much for popping by. The fabric is something else isn't it. It's just so gorgeous.

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  11. Shivani AtkinsonFebruary 25, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    oh wow! this is so beautiful - the perfect pattern for this print, I think. And now I've seen it sewn up, I think I might need to treat myself to some of this Liberty too! This blouse looks like it will go with everything!

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  12. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 25, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Shivani, from one Liberty lover to another, this is a beautiful piece of fabric design. I think you should definitely treat yourself. This does go with everything and I am going to wear this tomorrow all tucked up in a skirt.

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  13. MadeByMegFebruary 25, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    Oh I love this. I was trying to picture whether or not the blouse was 'my style' and yours showed me a wearable and gorgeous version!

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  14. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Thanks so much for your comment. I highly recommend it.

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  15. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Thanks Morgan. Re the fitting, I didn’t have to change anything. I just sewed up a straight 3. For a guide, my measurements sat me Bust 2 - 3, Waist 2-3 and hip 1. I ummed and aahed but decided to make up a 3. It is a teensy tiny bit big across the shoulders but nothing that I would change.

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  16. UnknownFebruary 26, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    This is really stunning, Kirsty!! I have been on the fence about Mathilde but you are certainly changing my mind. Beautiful work.

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  17. GuestFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Your blouse is really pretty. I am starting to think about my autumn wardrobe and a blouse like this would slot in nicely.

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  18. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks Inna, Don't say I didn't warn you with the photos :) The material is really lovely. How is your dress coming along?

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  19. SharFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Seeing your version just made me buy the pattern (I need the buttonhole and pintuck practice, right?). Love, love, love the fabric. It's no wonder you got so many compliments!

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  20. stevieFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    It looks great! That liberty fabric was a great choice! x

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  21. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks Stevie. Liberty has such a nice feel to it so it also has the perfect drape.

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  22. GailFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Oh, it's beautiful! Well done!

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  23. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks Gail.

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  24. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks so much Tilly. It's all your pattern! I'll pop you an email now. :)

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  25. MercheFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Wow! Your blouse is beyond pretty! No wonder you get compliments!

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  26. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks Merch!

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  27. AndreaFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Your top is really pretty. I have been thinking about my autumn wardrobe and this top would slot in nicely.

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  28. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks Andrea. It is a beautiul pattern so I would definitely recommend it.

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  29. TillyFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Oh my goodness, this is sooooo pretty! LOVE it! x

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  30. TillyFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    PS. I want to ask you a favour - can you drop me a line? http://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/p/contact.html

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  31. ThewallinnaFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Kirsty, it looks lovely on you! I have to say that colors of the fabric work so well with your hair ^^ No surprise you get so many compliments! Seriously, don't hesitate to post the pictures when you'd wear the blouse with a skirt!

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  32. Jo HamborgFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Really lovely! And I have to say I'm really loving the lush green backgrounds of your Australian summer, too - a real antidote to my grey Belgian February.That fabric suits you AND your surroundings perfectly!

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  33. Kirsty BunfieldFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thanks Jo. It won't be long here before the leaves start to turn. (Oh and we will be in France in 3 weeks time so hopefully Spring starts to come soon over there!).

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