Back then, I loved how my top turned out, and had planned to make another similar top, using some plain knit.I was browsing through my pattern stash, when I picked this pattern up again. I had just received a brown, heavy weight knit (it was someone's fabric scrap). There was enough of the fabric to make the short-sleeved version of the top. I had really hoped to make a long-sleeved version, but I figure that it won't be a problem for me to layer this top with a sweater.
What a big difference these 7 months have made! This top took a lot less time then the first run. I now have more experience with sewing patterns, knit fabric and working on my sewing machine. In fact, sewing with the right sides together has become almost second nature - I don't even think about it! I can actually "see" how a pattern is supposed to come together, and the instructions are only a guideline. *
I have been sewing for many years, but never really took garment construction seriously. It has always been for hemming, repairs, crafting, home deco and the occasional kid's clothes. I only started sewing for myself last December, when I started this blog.
It took me by surprise, how much better at sewing I have become. How about you? Do you do something repeatedly because you love doing it? And then it creeps up and surprise you - you are getting the hang of it?
* Having said all that, please don't let me mess up my next project! I hope I didn't just jinx myself. I still have a LOT to learn
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I have a standard apron I've been making for a few years from a Lululollylegs tutorial. It's gotten easier for me with each repetition even as I've added more details and made the apron more complicated.
It looks FABULOUS, mama! I can see, looking backwards, how your projects have become more complex!
I know what you mean - I whipped out an apron this morning for a birthday party. I was SUPER super proud of how it turned out...and I was marveling at how far I've come since I made my first "frilly apron" and stuck it up on etsy. (And a friend bought it for their niece!!)
Oh Su you're little note at the end made laugh so hard!! Because I know just what you mean. I was just thinking the other day that I've been sewing for so long that I don't even need the instructions anymore, I know exactly how many of every pattern piece to cut, the order to sew etc etc... then I cut out too few of certain pattern pieces, sewed the right side of one part to the wrong side... etc etc you get the drift! Served me right for being an over confident twit! But I'm sure you won't do any of that :)
Oh, it turned out great! I love the color :) I'm sure you won't jinx yourself... :)
So cute! Love it. :) I have totally enjoyed your projects and how their complexity has slowly evolved over time. Looking foward to more!
Jinxed yourself? Never. :)
That looks great. I have been making dresses for years but I still have to try knits. Unfortunately, my cheap sewing machine cannot handle knits
Very cool for you! I love how your top turned out! You wear it well. That's half the battle for me with sewing... getting the pattern to fit correctly.
Awesome!!!
:-)
I made it to your blog from the Wardrobe Refashion blog.
I love this pattern as well. There is no problem making the same pattern over and over. Many people do that when they are shopping by buying several of the same item in different colors. Every one is different because of the fabric and details used. Besides, if it works for you, why change it?
Happy sewing!
I love the pattern- I'd make one of all colors. LOL
Thank you for all the kind words! I do really like this top.
@Domestic Intellectual - So right! People do buy the same item in different colors.
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