Thursday, April 17, 2014

A Cappuccino with some Mods

I made myself the new Cappuccino tunic 
With a few mods,
To allow for my 19 week bump.
I added a inch or so to the middle panel and  some length and shape.
A simple adjustment.
To make a beautiful, wearable top.
I used a luscious wool/modal knit with a m a z i n g drape.
The size 10 with 1 1/2 '' FBA was perfect with the knit.
If I used a woven I would size up to a 12.
And I think I have some growth room.

 Full sewing tute in the works!

 xx N
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38 comments:

  1. BrittanyApril 17, 2014 at 11:03 PM

    Oh my goodness, congratulations!!! What wonderful news! And you look fabulous in the tunic!

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  2. motherof5April 17, 2014 at 11:14 PM

    Thank you Brittany, I am so excited and very thankful for my precious 'Grand Finale'
    xx N

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  3. justmejayApril 18, 2014 at 12:20 AM

    You are looking beautiful xx

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  4. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 12:38 AM

    Thank you Justine. I do love being pregnant.
    xx N

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  5. KatyApril 18, 2014 at 1:33 AM

    You really are glowing you know! The top is lovely. I have bought the pattern and have a trip to the fabric shop planned soon.

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    1. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 2:59 AM

      Thank you Katy, that is so sweet of you!
      I am thrilled with this pattern.
      xx N

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  6. AnonymousApril 18, 2014 at 2:23 AM

    It's gorgeous as are you. I love the colour of the knit. I think you'll "live" in this.

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  7. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 3:00 AM

    Thank you Peta, I think I will too, and being wool, I can get quite a few 'wears' out of it.
    Thank you xx
    xx N

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  8. nest full of eggsApril 18, 2014 at 5:42 AM

    The tunic looks very comfortable. I bet the whole family is looking forward to meeting baby #6 :)

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    1. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 8:00 PM

      Thank you Rachel, it is so comfortable but I still feel 'pulled together' nicely.
      We are all pretty excited and the time is passing so quickly!
      xx N

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  9. KittyApril 18, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    Congratulations! Good thing you're far enough along that you can't be accused of procreating just to take advantage of the new Layette patterns! Now, that would be dedication :)

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    1. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 8:02 PM

      Ha ha ha Kitty, no. I am a huge fan of Oliver+S but not that nutty!

      I was pretty excited when it was released though, I may have cried.... I blame hormones.
      xx N

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  10. icicleApril 18, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    Aw congratulations!! You look fabulous.

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  11. Kristin at SunnySewing.comApril 18, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    Yay! I'm excited to see a new addition. This top looks wonderful on you - and provides room to grow. I especially like the gathering in the middle front which makes those cool pleats down the front.

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    1. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 8:04 PM

      Kristen, it is going so quickly!
      Thank you, I hope I will get a far way through with it fitting.
      xx N

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  12. AnonymousApril 18, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    Wow, congratulations!!

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  13. ChristineApril 18, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    You look gorgeous! Congratulations! I love the top.

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  14. MichelleApril 18, 2014 at 12:18 PM

    Congratulations on such wonderful news! I love seeing this top in a knit, makes me want to give it a try too...someday.

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    1. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 8:06 PM

      Thank you Michelle, we are so excited!
      Its not a hard sew, I have blogged a full tute!
      xx N

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  15. Inder-ificApril 18, 2014 at 1:39 PM

    Ah. You are simply beautiful. And this tunic makes a PERFECT maternity top! Stylish, comfortable, flowing - I am so picky about clothes when I'm pregnant, and this is exactly the sort of thing I love. Well done. And congratulations, my dear! I am so happy for you and your beautiful family!

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  16. motherof5April 18, 2014 at 8:08 PM

    Thank you Inder. We are just so happy. Hugo is crossing EVERYTHING for a boy.
    I think it makes a great maternity top and hopefully one of those good ones that you can wear after whilst still a bit lumpy and bumpy.
    xx N

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  17. rachelApril 19, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    Great top, Nicole! And yay - the news is out! Do you plan to share whether Hugo's dreams come true ;) or are you going to keep us in suspense? :) So, so happy for you!

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  18. motherof5April 20, 2014 at 4:18 AM

    Thank you Rachel.
    I think a surprise will be nice for everyone!

    Thank you for your good wishes.
    xx N

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  19. Lightning McStitchApril 21, 2014 at 3:38 AM

    Wow congratulations! I'm very happy for you (although I personally find the idea of six kids alarming! :) ). It looks like a great top and the drape in wool is perfect.

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    1. motherof5April 23, 2014 at 2:41 AM

      Thank you Shelley, obviously I have pretty cruisey children or I would not be going back for more.
      The wool fabric is just right for this top, I hope I can find some more!
      xx N

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  20. rachelmpApril 21, 2014 at 5:48 PM

    Congratulations! And I love the top on you too

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    1. motherof5April 23, 2014 at 2:42 AM

      Thank you Rachel, I am pleased with it and its so nice to have something new!
      xx N

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  21. KateApril 21, 2014 at 11:26 PM

    So exciting! Congratulations!!

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  22. motherof5April 23, 2014 at 2:42 AM

    Thank you Kate, I keep pinching myself, I am so excited!
    xx N

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  23. JoyApril 25, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    So excited for you! (And selfishly, I'm excited to see the wee clothes you're gong to be sewing, hehe.) The top is very flattering. How great to be able to sew your own bump-accommodating clothes.

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    1. motherof5April 29, 2014 at 5:17 AM

      I can't wait to see teeny tiny things Joy. I will make them all white so I don't give away any secrets.
      Thank you!
      xx N

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  24. OckduspockApril 28, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    How did I miss this post? Pretty top, but your bump is gorgeous xoxox

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  25. motherof5April 29, 2014 at 5:18 AM

    Thank you V, I do love my bump!
    xx N

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  26. SuzyJune 9, 2014 at 7:39 PM

    Congratulations! I am just catching up on your news now. So happy for you, and the top is beautiful.

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