Revisiting Clothes Sewing
It has been many years since I have sewn any clothing. Once the quilting bug hit making clothes went by the wayside. I think I have mentioned that the book "Overdressed: The High Cost of Cheap Fashion" by Elizabeth Cline really hit home for me. I decided that whipping up a few tops would be a nice change of pace. In all honesty I had forgotten how quick and simple the sort of clothes that I like to wear are to stitch. This little tee took only about an hour...plus time to cut the pattern out. I made a second one in a lightweight. chambray that I have not photographed.
My friend, Lauren, and I went on a hunt for apparel fabrics the other week during a trip to the mainland. Joann Fabrics was a dismal disappointment. This plaid seersucker cotton was the only thing that I managed to unearth that was suitable...and the price was right!
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I managed to match the plaid on the sides but need more practice to get the sleeves better matched.
Thankfully, I found some great rayons and Alison Glass cottons at a favorite Anacortes, Washington shop...Fabics Plus. I have been wearing more blues lately..very odd!
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Below is the Grainline's pattern for the woven edition of the "Scout Tee". Three little pattern pieces! So dang easy!
Below is another pattern that I will try...but I want to adjust the pattern just a bit at the neckline. I am trolling the Internet for patterns for the simple, casual, style that I prefer. The odd thing is that both Lauren and I got this pattern without knowing that the other had bought it too! I am finding that shopping for apparel fabric online is a bit frustrating. I like simple patterning in colors that are not too bright and loud (rather different from some of my quilts!) I think Japanese fabrics (Etsy is a great resource for these) seem to suit my taste the best. I am seeing many cottons that are simple and a bit unusual, but have not bought any yet. I want to practice on some less expensive materials and get my "clothing sea legs" back under me for a bit.
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I need help from any of you who might also sew clothing:
Where do you find great fabrics? Any online resources?
Do you have any simple patterns that you like and would recommend?
I usually go with one of the big 3 - Butterick, McCalls or Simplicity and stick to one labelled "easy". Check both online or at store for Burda patterns. Also, I wait until Joanne's has their patterns on sale and stock up on them when they are $1 or so each. The costume patterns, which can be double digits, are my main target.
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