I’m still at it…

I lost my "sew-jo" for a while, but now I'm back. I'm still working on the pants I started a couple of weeks ago (Simplicity 2860). There's nothing wrong with the pattern and it's not difficult, I just suffered from a lack of motivation, although I really want them done. I could really use a pair … Continue reading I’m still at it…

It’s A Gray Day…Another McCall’s 6803 Sweater

Before I put this pattern away, I decided to make another one. This time, I used a quilted cotton knit fabric. I made View A which is the same style as the previous one I made here, but the new version is all one color. I used the same fabric for the trim rather than contrasting … Continue reading It’s A Gray Day…Another McCall’s 6803 Sweater

Fall sewing McCall’s 6803 sweater & McCall’s 6474 nightgown

I finished these two items last week. First, the sweater (M6803). This is SO easy to make. and, for me, it's the perfect style of sweater - V-neck cardigan with buttons and pockets. I made mine from a cotton knit. I've had the striped material for at least a year. The black band was from material … Continue reading Fall sewing McCall’s 6803 sweater & McCall’s 6474 nightgown