Another Beatrix Top for Me

I really loved sewing the Beatrix Top, so I decided to make another one.  I figured I should jump on the flannel bandwagon and make my new shirt out of two different flannel plaid materials.

Rae designed this top with a couple different variations.  I used a different one than the first Beatrix top I made.  This one has contrasting fabric for the button placket, and a different hem that uses the same contrasting fabric.  I added little cuffs on the short sleeves to tie it all together (and because I saw a top like this at Banana Republic).

I thought about doing the longer sleeves, but I figured that might get too hot.  When I’m teaching, I tend to get pretty hot, so short sleeves are helpful.  I love this shirt for teaching because it has the higher neckline, and it’s nice and long.

For the buttons, I used bright pink snaps.  I love using snaps on clothing because they are so much easier to get right.  And they are just plain easier to use and install than button holes.