Details, Details....The Margo Blouse Yoke

On my latest project, the Margo Blouse, I added some details to the yoke. The simple and fun to do details make this top special. The yoke on this blouse lends itself to embellishment, decorative stitching, embroidery, lace or contrasting fabric. To this blouse, I added reverse bobbin work to the front and back yoke and hand stitching to the placket.

Reverse bobbin work is done entirely on the machine. DMC embroidery floss is hand wrapped on the bobbin (all strands)  and regular stitching thread is loaded in the top of the machine. I lengthened my stitch and stitched from the wrong side of the fabric. I have a detailed tutorial here for more details. Here's how to add it to the yoke:

• Mark the front and back yoke pattern pieces with the desired design. I taped them together so I could make sure they blended.
• Place the pattern piece on the wrong side of the uncut fabric. I marked the lines on the fabric with a disappearing pen.

• Stitch from the wrong side of the fabric on the stitching lines.
• Place the pattern piece on the stitched fabric, cut it out and continue constructing the yoke.

I wanted to add a touch of gold to the yoke so I after I added the mini ricrac, I hand stitched DMC floss around the narrow parts of the ricrac. I've seen lots of pics of embellished ricrac and have been looking for a chance to try it myself. I love the little detail.

I have a Pinterest board with more ideas for the Margo yoke. I'd love to see your makes!

Happy sewing,
Diane