In summer of 2016, I discovered a big gap in my wardrobe. I didn’t have enough interesting tops for my work/life rotation. I purchased the Salme kimono tee and quickly made four in quick succession with silk remnants I had been collecting. This pattern is one of my ‘go to’ top patterns as it only needs a meter or less (normally 80cm is enough) of fabric. The kimono shape removes the hassle of fitting sleeves when working with silky fabrics
Here are the different versions I have created. Most fabrics were purchased from the Fabric Store.
I really like the wide facing and armbands on this pattern it finishes the garment off perfectly.
Emma's Atelier 
That pattern officially went on my list of patterns to check out! Love it.
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Awesome! I love a great T&T pattern.
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I have just bought the pattern after seeing your collection of beautiful tops!
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I hope it becomes a great staple for you as it has been for me. Happy sewing!
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Beautiful silk tops! I’m a huge silk fan 🙂 and I’m always on the lookout for just the right pattern for silk – this one is definitely a winner!
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Thanks Kathleen! I hope it works well for you as it has for me. Do you have any favourite patterns for silk?
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the sea printed one (previous last) is by far my favorite, I’ve a crush on it since the irst time I saw it on IG! Not that the other aren’t nice, they all look lovely, but that one is just perfect.
I’m always reluctant to by “simple” pattern, but I realise that the simple piece might be the hardest to get right, and it worth the cost when it become a ” go-to pattern like this one…
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Thanks lovely! The landscape top is one of my favourites. The Fabric is so gorgeous it feels like I’m wearing a painting. I hate buying simple pattern too! But have come to realise they have a place in my pattern collection as I like wearing simple garments. Salme patterns are nice and cheap which is always good. 😊
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I’m definitely buying this pattern after seeing your wonderful creations. I’ve been using silk a lot lately. Fussy to see but worth the effort. Salme sends to NX I’m guessing or did you download the pattern?
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NZ that should read!!!
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Looking forward to seeing your versions Christine! I bought the pattern as a PDF pattern. It’s an easy one to tape together. 🙂
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