Shirt is unironed and I am totally unstyled but I have come to the conclusion that if I don't grab someone and get photos when a garment is hot off the sewing machine, it probably won't happen. Of course, husband or son will not tell me when a button is skewiff. But they don't notice things like that, bless them.
I wasn't too sure about the shirt - blouse - whatever - as it was coming together but in the end I think I quite like it. Needs to be washed and worn a bit to be 'broken in' but I think it will be a sort of good t-shirt substitute.
The fabric is a quilting cotton by Art Gallery Fabrics, and although I generally steer clear of quilting cottons for adult garments, the Art Gallery ones have a particularly soft and drapey feel. Even so, I think it's a little crisper than ideal for this pattern - but that's where I hope the wash'n'wear factor will come in.
And the back. Super-creased, and probably could use some fitting adjustments. I cut a straight size 10 (Colette size 10 that is!) since the finished garment measurements seemed to work for my bust and hips. My shoulders are fairly narrow however so maybe I could have started with a size 8, done a FBA and graded out to a 10 in the hips. But sheesh, all the effort for a loose shirt? Nah...
Gosh but I love having my photo taken. This much.
Would you bother to make fitting adjustments to something like this? Or just let it 'wear in' to fit you better?
- Jane x
I really like the colour. I imagine that the shirt would be a great shirt to wear to work with a nice pair of pants or pretty skirt, but I am extremely fashion challenged so not the best person to give advice. Nice job, Jane.
ReplyDeleteLove the fit on you, and lovely fabric too. I have been wanting this pattern for myself.
ReplyDeleteI think the fit looks great and it will surely wash great! Super cute!
ReplyDeleteThis looks super cute and very wearable!! I made this pattern a while back and was actually thinking of making it again. On my second sew, I did find that a smaller size in the shoulders fit me better, and I was able to get away without an FBA bc it's so loose. But like you say, probably not worth a HUGE amount of work for something so loose!
ReplyDeleteCute collar - much nicer than a standard collar. Looks very wearable. Those buttons are adorable. I really like the subtle orange and pink stripe.
ReplyDeleteYour shirt looks fab and your stripe matching skillz are great! And ironing - totally overrated!! Cheers, Karen
ReplyDeleteIt's absolutely adorable Jane. I'd definitely let it wear in. Looks so cute on you!!
ReplyDeleteNope, I wouldn't have done the adjustment either. It looks fab, I have this pattern sitting in my 'me' sewing pile but I'm still trying to shift weight (which is oh so boring but necessary) so want to wait a bit longer. I also have a narrow frame so might check the shoulder length before making, now I've read this post. That photo of you enjoying being behind a camera did make me laugh! Bx
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