PATTERN HACK #3 - Miss Ruby Tuesday Top

Today I'm going to show you another Pattern Hack for the MRT pattern.  It's going to be a versatile top pattern that in itself can then be hacked and turned into many different top styles.   You can make this into a cool summer top, a long sleeve winter top, and using Pattern Hack #1 you can turn it into a cross over top.



The possibilities are endless.  Is there nothing this pattern can't do?

 Ok, now you get the idea of what's possible I'll show you how to turn the MRT pattern into a basic T-Shirt top.

First you'll need your MRT pattern.

1.  Make sure you have tested the MRT pattern and the size you'll be using is right for you.
2.  Transfer your bodice front pattern to paper and continue the CF line down by about 20".

3.  For this tutorial I measured down 10" from the waist for the length of my top.  You can make your top as long or short as you want.

4.  Now square a line out from the 10" mark.  This will form the hem of the top.

5.  Measure your hip area of where the 10" comes on your body.

6.  Divide that measurement by 4 and measure out on your pattern at the hemline and mark.

6.  Next, rule a straight line from the waist/side seam point down to the hem/side seam point.  This is the start of your new side seam.

7.  Measure out about 1/4 - 1/2" at the waist and the hip and curve in your new side seam.  Also, mark up 1/4" from the hem and curve in your new hemline.

Repeat Steps 2 - 7 for the back.

8.  You now have the basic pattern that you can either sew up into a gorgeous sleeveless/sleeved top or you can start playing and changing it into many different tops - like the images show above.

If you've just stumbled onto my blog and want to know what the heck MRT is then click HERE.  And if you want to see what other talented ladies are doing with their MRT pattern then click HERE.

For other Pattern Hacks - 

Pattern Hack #1

Pattern Hack #2

If you enjoyed this Pattern Hack tutorial or have other ideas for pattern hacks please let me know in the comments below.

Enjoy and Happy Sewing!

Ann Martin is the owner/designer of 1 Puddle Lane - Pattern Studio.
With over 30 years experience in the Fashion Industry she brings a wealth of knowledge on everything from Patternmaking and Sewing to Design.
Ann currently lives in Australia and is always working on new pattern designs to create.   1puddlelane.com.au

Introducing MiSS RUBY TUESDAY DRESS - PDF pattern!

I'm happy to announce that my latest pattern - MiSS RUBY TUESDAY DRESS - is ready for release!

It feels like it's been a long time in the making but a few months is really not that long!  I'm so proud of this pattern and it's soooo soooo cool to wear and also you have the option to make a long sleeve for winter and it's so easy to make from stretch knit fabric.......yep! that's right - NO ZIPS to be seen.

During the testing process all my lovely testers were firing design ideas at me ..... they were so fantastic that the options for this dress just grew and grew.

Here's what you'll get in this pattern -

• 1/2 circle skirt - 2 cutting options
• gathered skirt option
• peplum skirt option - 1/2 circle and gathered
• V neck front and back
• Scoop neck front and back
• Boat neck
• sleeveless
• cap sleeve
• short sleeve
• elbow sleeve
• 3/4 sleeve
• long sleeve

Here's what my lovely testers have been saying:

Alisha Annand - The MOST amazing pattern I've tried this year. Bucket loads of options to suit a variety of styles, shapes and sizes. Without a doubt my favourite pattern that will be my staple go to for everything.

Melanie Hall - A dress for all occasions! I love that the Miss Ruby Tuesday Dress can go from Summer to Winter and everywhere from a coffee date to the races, depending on how you style it. Plus it's so quick & easy to sew that I think I'll be needing one for every day of the week! A true wardrobe staple.  

Amanda deSerres - I LoVE, LOVe, LOvE this dress. I have never felt more beautiful or gotten more attention from my husband. I think that this may be the most flattering dress I have ever made. Everything is perfect, from the sleeve length to the sexy back scoop to the length of the hem. I love that there are so many options and I can't wait to make another. And it's so fast and easy to make. You NEED this pattern... and lots and lots of fabric to make many, many dresses. 

Lesley Fletcher - The most perfect dress. Dress it up, dress it down, dye it, paint it, appliqué it, have a print, a plain, this is your go to dress, fits a wide range of sizes and shapes. Pretty much the perfect dress. Do yourself a favour and go and buy the pattern …. right now!!!!! 

Ginger Bell - The Miss Ruby Tuesday dress is an absolute staple for your wardrobe. With so many neckline and sleeve options, you can easily make one for every season and occasion. Such a versatile pattern. The pattern is very professional and well put together. With the clear directions given in the pattern, it makes this dress a quick and easy sew anyone can tackle. 

Lauren Whitney - FABULOUS pattern! Easy to follow instructions, and super quick to whip up once the pattern is printed, put together, and cut out. So many different options on how to assemble it, and you can do so many different things with it! I can't wait to whip up another one! 

Phoebe Gordon - The dress is on trend, an easy sew, with lots of style options . It can be dressed up or down, colour blocking is a great alternative and it would look really great.The possibilities are endless.

And here are my lovely testers looking gorgeous in their MiSS RUBY TUESDAY DRESSES:

Would you like to purchase?  Then click HERE.

As a little bonus and if you are in my 1PL Sewing and Pattern Studio fb group you will get a 20% discount.  Click HERE if you'd like to take advantage of the discount.

Also, please visit these shops to purchase your fabric.  They have a great selection and just the right fabric for this dress.

• Boo Designs
• Zebra Fabrics

HAPPY SEWING!