MAD FOR PLAID

I got this cool (literally) tissue thin semi sheer knit fabric this past summer at SRFabrics in Minneapolis.  I loved the edgy feel of the plaid print. When New Look pattern 6314 came out in a very  similar look fabric print,  I knew that that is what I was going to make!  Maybe not the most original idea but I knew I would like it.

Super simple to make! It was cut and sewn in a couple hours.  The only change made to the pattern I made was to add a few inches to the length of the sleeves and hem.  I used some black matte jersey from my stash scraps for the bands on neck, cuff and waistband.

It is somewhat sheer so I will use a tank or cami underneath it.  I plan to wear this slouchy sweatshirt style shirt with my leather pants.  Also I'm considering the skirt on the pattern sleeve as well-but not sure if I have it in me to wear that tulle underskirt... We shall see!

It was 18 degrees when we shot this picture-Brrrrr!

Gift set

My sisters and I exchange names for Christmas. I have four sisters.  Usually if I have the time I try to sew my gift to whomever  I get.  I wanted to make my sister Bunny something  that went with her style if you know what I mean. I decided to take the Kimona Cardigan(Simplicity 1318) that I had made earlier but make it in a Rayon Challis. The print was kind of an Ikat print in autumn shades.

Because I had made this pattern before it went together easily.  This time I finished the seams with the serger which made it much quicker.  I was pleased with how it turned out but worried that she might not have a top to wear underneath that would match well.  Then she would have to delay wearing it till she went out and bought something.  Then I remembered having a butterscotch colored poly/cotto n knit in my stash.  It matched perfectly. So I made up a quick Tshirt using New Look 0946, view B which I had made before.  We are pretty similar in size so I figured I'd just make her my size.

As soon as it was completed, I wrapped it up and sent it to her.  She was pleased with it and we both got lots of complements when she posted it on  Facebook@

Purple Haze

I needed/wanted more tops in my wardrobe so I made up McCalls 6513, view C.  I got this lovely purple, pink, black, gray and white floral burnout at SRHarris while on vacation last summer.

The only adjustments I made to the pattern was my usual one of adding to the sleeve length.  Other than that it was a perfect fit right out of the envelope. Due to the front crossover I didn't even need to worry about it being see thru. This top went together in a few hours! Now thats what I like- make it tonight wear it tomorrow!

I especially like wearing it with my Kenneth Cole velveteen jeans that I purchased a few years ago.  It goes nicely with any black, gray or dark purple skirt or slacks I have.  Great wardrobe builder! Plan on making this pattern again in short sleeves for summer.