Nina Lee Kew top and skirt

All I can say after making this pattern is I can’t believe it took me so long! I have now made it as a crop top twice and a skirt once.

My first crop top version was a straight size 10 which I’m honestly not sure why I cut it out as I measure a 12. I can only presume I cut out the wrong size. I’d started it well over a year ago, tried it on and sulked when it didn’t fit so threw it in the naughty pile. Trust me when I say if you’re between sizes do not size down with this pattern as it is fitted. I took out all the seams I could and managed to get it to fit fairly well.

For my second version I made the following adjustments using the By Hand London bodice alteration ebook for guidance:

• 1.5cm full bust adjustment
• 1cm narrow neck adjustment
• 1cm armhole lowering adjustment

You can read my full review of my Kew top and see more photos on my blog here.

You can read my full review of my Kew skirt and see more photos on my blog here.