Springtime Sewing in Winter Part 2

The other top I made was a button-front, cotton shirt using McCall’s 6613. This is the second time I’ve used this pattern and I really like it. This first time I used this pattern is here.

This is made from a Pima cotton which is awesome for this type of project. It washes great (no wrinkles) and is comfortable and light-weight.

Although this is a small, next time I think I’ll make a medium. This is an easy pattern to make and it features a lot of info on how to fit and/or alter the pattern to get the fit you like.

I have more projects planned for the near future. So, until next time… Happy Sewing everyone!

Springtime Sewing in Winter Part 1…

I made three tops (much needed) over the past couple of weeks. Two were from Kwik Sew 2948 and one was from McCall’s 6613 (I’ll get to this one in the next post).

The Kwik Sew was used to make two sleeveless turtlenecks, which are GREAT for layering. When I was younger, I used to wonder what was the point of having a sleeveless turtleneck. After all, weren’t turtlenecks made to keep you warm? Well, now in my 50’s, I totally get it. You can stay warm, but not overheat. You can also stay cool, but not cold if used as a layer.

The red is a ponte knit, which was not the best choice for this. It really doesn’t have enough stretch.

The blue is a cotton interlock which was perfect for this. It’s got the right amount of stretch and great recovery.

This top is super easy (only three pieces) and can be made from very little fabric in about 30 minutes or less.

I’ve had this pattern for years, but it took the blizzard for me to pull it out again and finally make it. I’m only sorry I didn’t do it sooner! But it’s not too late for me to make more… And since the pattern is for a set with matching cardigan in two different styles, it’s very versatile. The only change I would make for the top is to add just a few more inches in length. I think it might tuck in better or not ride up if it was a wee bit longer.

Also, I finally made a Facebook page for the blog. I’m still working on it, but it’s where you can find my blog posts, craft projects and any other fashion/sewing info I find interesting that I don’t blog about. Here’s the link it you want to check it out: click here.

I didn’t want this post to be too long, so I’ll post about the shirt I made (M6613) in the next post.

Until next time…

Snow Sewing

While we were here being snowed in by the blizzard, I decided to pull out some projects that I haven’t taken the time to do otherwise. So one thing was this Kwik Sew 3455 pattern for work out wear.

I’ve made the pants before here and I’ve been intending to make the top for a while. So, a snow day was the perfect opportunity. I don’t know if any of you have made something like this before, but I highly recommend it. If you want a quick, easy project, give something like this a try. I really like this particular pattern. It’s knit, so there aren’t really any adjustments to make. And it’s a good stash-busting pattern. With the contrast fabric, each piece needed was less than a yard.

Now I can get back to my regular work outs that don’t involve shoveling snow!

Until next time…