(Lightening bolt)
This is a type of sewing that a lot of quilters have avoided, or maybe aren't interested in. I haven't sewn garments for a long time, although I think I tried a top or two last year.
Yes, a white cotton button up shirt with a collar. I've had countless incarnations of this shirt. It is always my go-to shirt that I might have 4 or 5 versions hanging up in my closet. The only drawback with the white shirt is that I inevitably get stains on it, or somehow wear it until it looks shabby,
A few days later, I spied a 6 yard piece of white Kona cotton that I had acquired, just to have on hand,
within minutes, the pattern was out of it's envelope.
looks great! I love the detail on the cuffs and collar.
ReplyDeleteI used to sew a lot of my own clothes, but really don't anymore. Quilts don't have darts, and don't have to fit LOL !!
I recently got (back) into garment sewing. Quilting is fun but I wanted a change. Besides, all my tops are too short as the style has gone longer. Inspiration and ideas came from Nordstrom, Lord & Taylor, Macy's, Saks, and others. A very simple-to-sew top made of fun fabrics and embellished with lace, buttons and ribbons looks like a million bucks. I'm having fun.
ReplyDeleteYour shirt is really nice! I'm not an accomplished garment sewer at all. Took a few classes but Flo is right, the whole fitting thing is a drag. But I may have to try something simple. Inspired!
ReplyDeleteI love garment sewing :) and with all the great cottons :)
ReplyDeleteThe only garment sewing I have done lately has been rescue missions. I lived with an ambitious but inexperienced crafter. :) Had to help with last minute costumes and skirts.
ReplyDeleteOur... I mean her next project is a long sleeve cropped jacket. I'm learning more and more about garment making with out having my own projects.
haven't sewn much in the way of adult garments for a long time - kids' clothes - a few....used to sew all the clothes my kids wore, back in the day...i think the last 'big' garment sewing project i made was my daughter's wedding dress (and my own outfit for the wedding, which i made the night before the wedding...) oy!
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molly
Very nice!
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