Saturday, August 8, 2009

First SWAP Garment Done


I did it, finished garment number 1. Only 10 more to go. This has to be the prettiest top I've made in a very long time. I drafted it from my TNT t-shirt pattern, KS 2900. I've reviewed the re-drafted pattern before. It's made with a silk stretch lace knit that I purchased probably 10 years ago. I think I found it at a sewing expo booth being sold by either Peggy Sagers or Cynthia Guffery. It's a frosted light blue with a navy blue under the design. Hard to describe but beautiful in person. I think the reason I hadn't used this fabric before now is because I didn't have enough to cut it out correctly. I think it was only 36" wide. It should have been cut in one direction since light plays on the frosted part and the design is one way. However, since I didn't have enough fabric, I had to cut with the front and back going two different directions. I think only someone who studied the print in the right light with my arms up would notice. The silk feels very different than cotton or rayon knit.

I've already got the next garment mostly done. It's the burgundy stretch moleskin slacks. I just need to find someone to help me get the hem length right and finish with the waistband. The third garment is all cut out and waiting for me. It will be the white long sleeved top. However, tomorrow I'll be visiting the Huntington Library with my family and MIL so I may not get any sewing done.

11 comments:

  1. Turned out great. Love the style of the top. Let's see it on.

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  2. This is gorgeous! Great work, that fabric is to die for!

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  3. Now THAT's what I'd call a T-Shirt and really, really wanna wear it!! Sooo pretty, Sherril!!
    Looking forward to seeing it "on".
    Soft hug,
    Rhonda in Montreal, or else I'd love ta come and mark your pants!

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  4. absolutely beautiful top. Enjoy wearing it.

    Lois K

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  5. Beautiful. I'll be interested to see how you incorporate it into the rest of your wardrobe. It's dressy enough to go to a formal event, with the correct pants or skirt.

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  6. That to is great. I'm anxious to see it with all the things you have planned to go with it.

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  7. Keep at it! Great results on this top. The tie at the neckline adds interest.

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  8. Gorgeous, Sherrill! And to think this is just the beginning!

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  9. I love the collar on the t-shirt! What a nice way to dress up a staple. The fabric sounds amazing.

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  10. What a great top! I love the tie! And I really hope that you finish up the wardrobe...it will make getting dressed in the morning sooooo much easier!

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