Tuesday, March 31, 2015

More Maya

Maya in all the fabrics!!


I am so enamored with my last Marilla Walker Maya top- I've worn it maybe 6 or 7 times since making it just a few weeks ago. Accordingly, I have been jonesing to make another.  For my second Maya, I wanted to experiment with making it in a drape-y-er (drapier? more drape-y?) fabric to see how it hangs, although I love the stiffer cotton batik I made it in last time.


I had some in my stash that fit the bill: some rayon challis (I think, nothing is ever marked) batik from Indonesia. Slippery stuff, somewhat sheer, but not too bad.

Unlike my first Maya, I decide to interface the neckline and armhole facings. The neckline worked out really well, but the sleeves poke out just a little bit. Maybe it'll soften up with washing?


Gah, the Maya pattern is the perfect blank slate. Love it.


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19 comments:

  1. prairiegirlMarch 31, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    Such a pretty top! I love your first one too! I think I've just added another pattern to my "want" list after seeing your two versions!

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    1. MegApril 1, 2015 at 7:30 AM

      Thanks! Maya is definitely the perfect blank slate for showing off a fun fabric!

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  2. teridoddsMarch 31, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    This looks so good on you! I love the fabric you chose for both of your Maya tops. I really think I need this pattern!

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    1. MegApril 1, 2015 at 7:31 AM

      Thanks, Teri! It's a solid basic, for sure. But then again, I am a pattern purchase enabler, so beware ;-)

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  3. HeatherMarch 31, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    This one looks just as fabulous as the first one you made! It's a really great colour on you too! Do you think you'll make the button front version?

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    1. MegApril 1, 2015 at 7:32 AM

      Thanks, Heather! Yeah, green is definitely my favorite. It's very me. I'll definitely make a button front Maya at some point- maybe with a fabric that requires less pattern matching, though, because lazy.

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  4. House of PinheiroApril 1, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    Perfect for spring. beautiful

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  5. Nicole from PudgeAndNico.comApril 1, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Ooooh, I love this drapey version! I bet this would so breezy and cute with some short shorts. It's understated, but pretty, so you get that effortless cool look.

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    1. MegApril 1, 2015 at 8:30 PM

      Thanks, Nicole! The drapey version is sooo breezy and comfy- wore it yesterday and it was perfect for Bangkok's unbearable heat.

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  6. Marilla WalkerApril 2, 2015 at 12:34 PM

    I love this top on you and if I didn't know better I'd think it was drafted specifically for you!!! Glad you are making the most of your pattern and getting lots of wear from your makes x

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    1. MegApril 3, 2015 at 8:35 PM

      Wait, you're saying you didn't draft it for me?! ;-)

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  7. LisaApril 4, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    I really love your fabric choices! I am so plain :( But you really do have a nice style.

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    1. MegApril 4, 2015 at 9:16 PM

      Thanks, Lisa! Sometimes I feel like I have too many patterned fabrics and no solids or neutrals. But I do love them so...

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  8. Elizabeth Made ThisApril 4, 2015 at 8:56 PM

    Another beautiful Maya. This green is a great color on you.

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    1. MegApril 4, 2015 at 9:13 PM

      Thanks!! Green is definitely my favorite!

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  9. UnknownApril 5, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    I like how the sleeves poke out, it really emphasizes the shape. Very cute! Rayon challis is so nice to wear.. I wish I could find a print that cute in challis around here.

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  10. JoAnneFebruary 17, 2017 at 9:43 AM

    Do you think it would work if I sized it up about 4 inches? I have a 52 in bust. It looks like it has a lot of ease though.

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    1. MegFebruary 23, 2017 at 5:51 AM

      I think it would definitely work and be an easy pattern to grade up since it's so simple.

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