I lied when I said I would not sew anything before Christmas. I just could not stand it one weekend and sewed McCalls 6796. I made this pattern already last year and did not change anything except for the collar. I did not want to make the same collar, but did not like the second collar version […]
Oberteil
Itch to Stitch Irena Knit Top
This is the last Itch to Stitch pattern I tested, the Irena Knit Top. It is meant to be worn with a shirt or cami. Fabric I used a heavy weight knit from my stash. It is thicker than I thought and keeps quite warm. Alterations I cut a size 2 tapering to 4 at the hips. […]
Itch to Stitch Carey Top
I am a bit behind with blogging, and before I write about my OAL outfit, I wanted to write about my last make. Kennis from Itch to Stitch released a new pattern, the Carey Top, and I was one of the pattern testers. This is a great top in the “throw-on-and-feel-good” category. It is easy […]
Simplicity 1849 and some underwear
Do you plan your next sewing project while on work? I do, sometimes. Especially when I am standing in the rest room and looking into that big mirror. This happened a few weeks ago when I was thinking about a top that might go with my new pair of Emily Culottes. A white T-Shirt was […]
McCalls 6796
While waiting for some Style Arc blouse patterns I sewed McCalls 6796 pullover top. Originally I had planned for Butterick 5954 , but I did not have enough fabric for that. And I am still unsure if I really like the style. I had totally forgotten about the McCall pattern, but it seemed to be a good substitute. […]