Monday, November 3, 2008

The short list

I'm trying to get my sewing mojo back. I finally had some time to myself after several weeks devoted to unpacking and settling into the new place and what did I do? I stared at my fabric and blanked. I'm just not that excited about sewing winter clothes. So I closed the door and came back after a few hours. Instead of looking at my fabric the next time I entered my sewing room, I pulled out all my patterns for a little sewing inspiration. I then pulled up sewing reviews on Pattern Review and created a short list based on interest, need, and fabric on hand. Here's what made the short list:

Simplicity 4076 in a black, yellow and white knit,

New Look 6729 in a pink multi-stripe knit,

New Look 6807 in a black and grey knit,

and finally Vogue 8420 in a purple cotton knit.

Can you tell I need tops? And that I have a lot of knits in my stash? I'm looking forward to my new winter top wardrobe. I just hope I finish them before winter is over!
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8 comments:

  1. Katie JeanNovember 3, 2008 at 6:55 PM

    I can't wait to see what you make! I really like that last pattern a lot!

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  2. KatieNovember 3, 2008 at 7:33 PM

    I can't wait to see how these come out! I have the first pattern and I love the last one - I look forward to seeing the fabrics and the finished products!!

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  3. Raesha DNovember 4, 2008 at 3:47 AM

    I love the new Look pattern. I love knit tops but I'm terrified of sewing with knits. Any hints???

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  4. JillianNovember 4, 2008 at 6:27 AM

    This is too funny! Last night I was going through my pattern stash looking for new tops to make and I pulled the same first three patterns! Can't wait to see how your shirts turn out.

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  5. PhiligryNovember 4, 2008 at 9:41 AM

    i love that last vogue pattern!

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  6. RebeccaNovember 4, 2008 at 1:33 PM

    i really love those type of tops. they layer easy with tanks for some different color accents too. happy sewing!

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  7. ClaudiaNovember 5, 2008 at 9:27 AM

    I never did any "knit fabric" patterns. Do you need a special needle? Don't forget to take pictures :)

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  8. AprilNovember 27, 2008 at 4:58 PM

    Ooooh. I love these. I am assuming you have a serger and if so, what kind? Do you like it? I'd love any info, since I am looking for one in the near future!

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