Full disclosure - I made a huge mistake and did not even notice until I went to put it on. I somehow crossed the straps in the back. So the front straps are crossing over too high in front. I'll have to get out the seam ripper and take the back apart one night while watching a movie to fix it. This was made almost entirely on my sewing machine. There are some really thick seams and a few places where there are 12 layers of fabric.
The Star Struck is to be made with a stable knit and ponte is highly recommended. The smooth ribbing reminds me of a ponte. It has about the same thickness and is fairly stable. The Starstruck pattern includes a template to use to cut your bands down after you stitch then to remove excess length that can occur when sewing knits. I had to trim off very little. I was really impressed.
I used a cotton lycra for the body and used an athletic knit for the lining. I made the pattern as is and did not remove any length for my height as I was unsure if it would be needed. I definitely will make a few adjustments to my next one, but I am sure to still wear this one this summer.
Bow Button Fabrics has this smooth ribbing in 5 colors. It is $10 for a half yard, but with ribbing, a little goes a long way. See all the colors HERE.
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