Summer is flying by so fast! I can't believe that it is mid July already. I have accomplished a couple of major things sewing wise- I bought a coverstitch machine, and after letting it sit in a box for 3 months, I finally got up the nerve to open it up and figure it out. I don't know why I waited so long! It was really pretty easy, and I've been sewing up a storm since. The second thing was that I replaced my leaky iron. Another thing that I don't know why I lived with it for so long, but now that it has been replaced, I feel like I am sewing in luxury and am sewing in peak condition. Kind of like an athlete with new shoes getting a burst of confidence!
But, this particular project was the last one that I made before the coverstitch box was opened. After my first foray into the cold shoulder look with a knit in my last post, I decided to dip my toes even further, this time with a pattern designed for a woven fabric, Butterick 6462.
This is one of Butterick's Lifestyle Wardrobe patterns where you can make the same design in dress, top or jumpsuit formats. Don't you just love options? I chose to make View C, which is the long version of the top.
As far as woven blouses go, this one was really quite simple. The neckline, front and sleeves are all finished with a combined front and back facing, like you often see with sleeveless dress patterns. Here you can see the nice finish that this gives you on the shoulder.
It's collarless, and I think that the gentle curve on the neckline is very pretty. You could easily make this a sleeveless top, as the facing continues under where the sleeve is added.
I did do a full bust adjustment, round back adjustment and forward shoulder adjustment, but left the length alone. I will definitely be making this again to make the time spent doing those alterations worth it! You need a fabric with some nice drape, and this is rayon challis- a very soft and drapey fabric.
Even though this is long sleeved, it's still pretty comfortable in the heat because it is so loose and airy. I think that the jumpsuit is an interesting possibility, but you'd have to find just the perfect bottomweight fabric that still has some drape- probably a crepe would work.
In other news, I've finally opened up an Instagram account! I've been hesitant to do so, but I am trying to not be such an old fogie, and keep up with the young-uns. I have yet to post anything, but if you have one and would like to connect, my account is Sewbaby11.
I just love this fabric, and I still have another couple of yards left to do another project with. Any suggestions?
Happy Sewing!
Ann
But, this particular project was the last one that I made before the coverstitch box was opened. After my first foray into the cold shoulder look with a knit in my last post, I decided to dip my toes even further, this time with a pattern designed for a woven fabric, Butterick 6462.
This is one of Butterick's Lifestyle Wardrobe patterns where you can make the same design in dress, top or jumpsuit formats. Don't you just love options? I chose to make View C, which is the long version of the top.
As far as woven blouses go, this one was really quite simple. The neckline, front and sleeves are all finished with a combined front and back facing, like you often see with sleeveless dress patterns. Here you can see the nice finish that this gives you on the shoulder.
It's collarless, and I think that the gentle curve on the neckline is very pretty. You could easily make this a sleeveless top, as the facing continues under where the sleeve is added.
I did do a full bust adjustment, round back adjustment and forward shoulder adjustment, but left the length alone. I will definitely be making this again to make the time spent doing those alterations worth it! You need a fabric with some nice drape, and this is rayon challis- a very soft and drapey fabric.
Even though this is long sleeved, it's still pretty comfortable in the heat because it is so loose and airy. I think that the jumpsuit is an interesting possibility, but you'd have to find just the perfect bottomweight fabric that still has some drape- probably a crepe would work.
In other news, I've finally opened up an Instagram account! I've been hesitant to do so, but I am trying to not be such an old fogie, and keep up with the young-uns. I have yet to post anything, but if you have one and would like to connect, my account is Sewbaby11.
I just love this fabric, and I still have another couple of yards left to do another project with. Any suggestions?
Happy Sewing!
Ann
Congratulations on getting your coverstitch out of the box! I do like this top you made, it suits you well! I have this pattern too, but have not attempted it yet. Also, I will check you out on IG.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful top! The style is great on you, I'm inspired to move this pattern up in my queue. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Elle
DeleteGorgeous top and congrats on the cover stitch machine! Welcome to Instagram, you will love it
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lori! I look forward to it.
DeleteBeautiful top! I can't remember either why I put up so long with a leaking iron but it feels good to have a new one!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Marianne!
DeleteLovely, and so feminine. Great job! I hear you about the coverstitch machine. Bought mine in May of 2016, and just started using it last month. It was so easy to thread and use. Our own thoughts can be our worst enemy!
ReplyDeleteThanks, KM. Glad to hear that I'm not the only one! It is really so much less complicated than a serger.
DeleteThanks, Jean Margaret!
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