New thread arrived so I could play with the double needle set up on the sewing machine. It’s a bit tricky on knits. The bobbin thread has to be loose to allow for a little stretch, though I find that the hem gathers once the fabric is stretched. It’s not ideal so I’m looking forward…
Tag: shirts
{ tiny t-shirts }
Today’s sewing adventure used a pattern that I printed a few months ago. I have no idea where I found it or what the instructions were. So I moved cautiously. Using the jersey knit with pink crabs and a short sleeve tshirt pattern for toddlers, I started sewing. First, side seams and shoulders. Then, I…
{ my favorite shirt }
The fit on the pink pants with the fun crab pattern is nearly excellent. Length, width, and the ankle hems fit perfectly. The elastic waist is a bit too large cause droopy pants. However, I used a very stiff elastic. Dritz Woven Waistband elastic. It’s too hard and stiff to be comfortable on anyone’s waist…
{ fresh starts }
The office / guest room / craft room has finally been cleaned up so there’s space to stand in the room next to the bed. And, I’m feeling more rested than I have in nearly two years. So where did I leave off…. This pattern has been sitting in my closet gathering dust. Vogue V9004…
{ summer sweats }
Summer has arrived. And summer in Texas is HOT. Which means folks crank up the AC. Which means I’m always freezing indoors. My favorite summer outfits for errands are shorts and (breathable) long sleeve shirts, which is another reason why I love this Linden sweatshirt pattern. The same store where I learned to make this…
{ shortcuts }
My current project is a sleeveless blouse, Vogue 9004. Given that I don’t have much time to sew, and I have a large stash of fabric, I thought, “I don’t need a muslin. I’ll just make a shirt using real fabric.” And off I went! I recently read a blog that gave two rules for…
{ gifts from afar }
My husband returned from his trip to the Middle East with gifts of fabric and saffron. One of the fabrics is a lightweight, silky blue with a gorgeous pattern. Hints of shimmery gold. Being in possession of a borrowed serger(!!!!!), I immediately wanted to follow this blog post to make a dress. Hahaha… let’s all…