Just a quick update. My mom is in town and I'm really supposed to be in the dining room chatting. But I needed a little internet break. ;-)
(ETA photo on Zillie)
I forced my mojo back because I wanted a new top to wear while my mom was here. As I was wearing a previous make of Simp 4122, I decided I'd sew another one but using a knit. I cut this out and started sewing it a few days ago. All that was left was to sew the sideseam, hem the sleeves and bottom, and do something for a closure.
My mom and I decided last night we'd go shopping and to lunch today, so a mad dash to the sewing room this morning to finish the top. Forty minutes later it was all done, but with a couple of shortcuts. I hemmed the sleeves but ran elastic through the hem allowance to gather up the bottom. Then I overlapped and sewed the front plackets shut and sewed on 2 white buttons at the neckline, no buttonholes. The fabric is rayon/Lycra knit and is *so* comfortable. I love this top!
It's View D below, but with a lowered/widened neckline and the sleeve hems from View B.
More knits arrived in the mail yesterday and the mojo is definitely back because I can't wait to make more new tops.
Brilliant! I'm always amazed at how good your "mojo" is... wish mine acted like yours. Really like the neck on this one.
ReplyDeleteGirl, I so love everything you do!
ReplyDeleteEvery ounce of my sewing 'mojo' has come from reading your blog here lately.
I am in awe and bow to you oh queen of the needle!
FAB summer blouse! I love it and it looks great on you.
Pam
Oh I love this! I'm glad I'm not the only one who sews another of something after wearing it all day. :)
ReplyDeleteGot to love viscose/lycra jersey too. It's definitely a favourite fabric of mine, even it it can be a pain to sew at times because it's so lightweight and loves to curl. The final product makes it worth the effort.
I am glad you told us the pattern as I would hve never guessed and that top is so darn cute. Can you please bottle and sell some of that mojo and sewing ability? I am sitting in a motel this weekend attending a wedding reading your blog wishing I had a top like that. Enjoy your mom and the new outfit. mssewcrazy
ReplyDeleteCute top. When we can't sew--we're dying to sew! Isn't that always the case? BTW--I ordered the Jennifer Sterns jeans pattern also. She is setting up questions and answers on her blog about the jeans, and/or other questions about sewing. I am anxious to get started on the jeans. I made the McCall jeans, and was able to fit them quite well. Still, want to try others, searching for the perfect pattern.
ReplyDeleteYour picture makes me want to start sewing shirts again, but I have so much other stuff to finish first!? Keep up this mojo of yours!
ReplyDeleteI love it. It looks great on you :)
ReplyDeleteVery cute! I suspect my mojo & your mojo have run away to Puerto Rico for some fun in the sun & cute cabana boys. Bitches.
ReplyDeleteIt's so pretty on you too, capturing your personality and in a flattering color. You're such an inspiration!
ReplyDeleteGreat new top - I love the fabric!
ReplyDeleteAnd do I spy a new haircut?
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! Hope you all had a wonderful Mother's Day.
ReplyDeleteOmigosh, you look so cute in this! Love your interpretation
ReplyDeleteCute top. Enjoy lunch and shopping!
ReplyDeleteOooh, I have this pattern. I love the idea of using it for a knit. That is such a cute top!
ReplyDeleteHooray for mojo! Love the fabric, and the top; have fun visiting with your mom, and can't wait to see what you create with your new knits!
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