Something for Me

I am loving the colour coral right now!  I am dreaming of our upcoming beach vacation and I am seeing lots of coral and turquoise!  This weekend I went to a Stella and Dot party at a friends house and bought this really cute coral beaded necklace to accessorize with while away.

 While flipping through the catalogue, I saw this picture...

I know...you can't actually see anything, but I loved the braided halter neckline.  I could only see a small part of it, but it inspired me and I knew I wanted it!  I just happened to have some coral fabric waiting for me at home, so I went home that night and started sewing.

Here is what I came up with.  I really just went by trail and error.  I cut out a basic shape on butcher paper, held it up to myself to see where I wanted the top to come across my chest and went from there.  I like being able to make shirts that fit the way I want!
I decided to try a 5 strand braid.  Considering that I can barely braid at all that was a challenge!  I think I had it down by the end though.
All in all I am happy with it.  The fabric is really light weight and will be perfect for hot weather.  I still need to hem it though!  HA!

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