Thank you to all who stopped by to look or left a comment about my last project. I've worn my jacket a few times already and it's going to Ottawa with me on Thursday.
I finished my cardi set. I had a few issues with this pattern, Simplicity
2474 (for the cardi) but it turned out very well and I really am happy with the end result.
Here is a pic and then I'll reveal where the problems were.
The fabric, is a Messoni sweater knit bought at C&M Textiles in Ottawa. I don't remember the fiber content but it doesn't act like a polyester . It's more like a natural fiber.
I didn't do my usual FBA because I usually don't need it in a knit garment but I should have as this knit is quite stable.
The length was fine but the front band was a lot shorter (about 3") and that required a much deeper hem than I like. I solved this by adding another 1.5" to the band.When it was sewn on I didn't like the way the two side fronts hung (sort of on the diagonal) so I ended up reshaping the center fronts so that I cut off a piece that measured 1.25" at the bottom CF amd tapered to nothing at about chest level.I had to baste the band on a couple of times before it hung straight down but now I like the results.
I should mention that when cutting out the cardi and tank that I didn't double up the fabric but cut one side at a time likr this. That's the only way really to assure that the stripes don't end up uneven at the hem.
For the sleeveless tank I used S3191 which is a really nice pattern for the cardi and the tank.I made the neckband and collar band from strips cut crosswise in the direction of the stretch and I think it adds a nice touch to this simple top.
While I was at it ,I decided to make a tube scarf after reading the article in Vogue Patterns Magazine.I only had a 12"wide strip left but it was enough and I think it will be a useful accessory.
Sorry no photo of me wearing the set . I just didn't feel like doing anything to my hair today!
Have a great week!
Next I'm working on this.
10 comments:
Nice looking knit set. How smart of you to make the cowl scarf. I saw that in Vogue, very cute.
Barb
Oh love the fabric and you have done a fantastic job on getting the fit you want.
Another idea for the travel wardrobe, the cowl scarf, thankyou.
Great fabric and great use of it. I love the matching cowl scarf. Happy thanksgiving and sorry we Aussies have done over the Canadians at the Commonwealth games!
I love that Sandra Betzina top. I'm sure yours will be gorgeous.
I like your Messoni Knit Twin Set too, the cowl scarf is a good idea. @Gail - We didn't do over the Canadian at the men's diving .... he was fantastic!
Nice set. Glad you made it work in the end. The cowl is a good idea too.
What beautiful autumn colors on your lovely knit set. It was useful reading your remarks about the band and how you adjusted it. I still have to find a knit cardigan pattern for a TNT so thanks for adding this to the list. ANd Happy Thanksgiving.
We can't get the Vogue magazine in the UK any more but we get on called Sew Today - they too had the scarf pattern and I made a couple of them - they are great.
I like the idea of making a top out of a knit and then adding the cowl scarf. I also have an old fake fur coate to make a slightly shorter scarf (something they also showed you how to make last October).
just saw my typo's that will teach me to try and type it all too quick :-(
wow, that fabric is fantastic! and I love the idea of the scarf! great job.
Nice job on saving that front band from disaster. I've noticed that most often, the instrutions to cut those bands are incorrect.
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