21 Sep Butterick 5526
It was time to make a shirt – not a top, not a tunic but a shirt. My Pattern Review friends are making shirts by the dozens while I’ve been acting as the cheerleader. While I’ve always appreciated the flexibility found in sewing my clothes, the precision of shirt-making kept my happy observer status in tact.
From my large collection of unmade shirt patterns, I selected Butterick 5526. View D offered princess seams giving me a more controlled fit.
After sewing the bodice pieces together of my new off white shirt, it hit me………… precision need not be so rigid.
In other words, lighten up!
Using an Amy Butler remnant I cut a contrasting front and neck band,
along with an additional contrasting collar,
and cuff plackets.
I stitched orange buttonholes,
and attached the buttons with green thread.
Precision made fun 🙂
But sewing the contrasting pieces brought its own stress to the fun as precision became even more important. At my request, Hubby an experienced buttondown consumer, scrutinized my shirt throughout the process. He even approved the orange buttonholes.
I like the orange buttonholes too, but I really like the newfound knowledge I gained from sewing a shirt….. one can have fun and be careful at the same time 🙂
Have a great weekend!
Joan
Posted at 03:11h, 21 SeptemberGreat job and nice fit!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:27h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Joan! As soon as I had an attitude adjustment I had a vision for the shirt 🙂
Treva Putsche
Posted at 03:21h, 21 SeptemberLove the contrast pieces and orange buttonholes. Great job!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:27h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Treva!
Judi
Posted at 03:53h, 21 SeptemberThat’s the cutest shirt ever!!! The contrasting fabric and orange buttonholes are awesome!!! I’ve never made a shirt. It’s just so cute I almost want to make one. That’s “almost”. Maybe, 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:28h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Judi! …… and do I ever understand the word “almost”! 🙂
Sharon
Posted at 04:02h, 21 SeptemberVery cute shirt, love the contrasting fabric and those orange buttonholes are perfect. It is good to hear that making a shirt it isn’t as scary as we tend to make out.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:36h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks, Sharon! I can hardly believe that with your expert sewing skills you have never made a shirt. You could knock off a shirt easily! 😉
Emmely
Posted at 04:02h, 21 SeptemberI love all the details you added to this shirt!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:55h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Emmely! I’m all about making another one now 😉
Myra
Posted at 04:22h, 21 SeptemberThis is really nice! I love the colors you selected too! Yes precision is key when creating this type of color blocking! I just completed a similar shirt for my hubby! Minus the orange buttonholes, LOL!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:43h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Myra! I certainly held my breath when the buttonholer did its thing. Whew!
angela
Posted at 04:30h, 21 SeptemberVery cute! Love all the contrast. How fun.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:43h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks, Angela! It truly was fun 🙂
Accordion
Posted at 05:03h, 21 SeptemberAs always – just delightful.
Beginning to wonder if you ever make mistakes!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:45h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks for you nice comment. The answer is a big YES! Thankfully I have several seam rippers 😉
Karla
Posted at 06:02h, 21 SeptemberBased on your results, I’d have guessed that you sew shirts on a regular basis. It’s perfect. The contrast and buttonholes give it its designer boutique quality. Congratulations on creating a winner……again.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:49h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Karla! Had I planned a contrast I’m sure I would have selected different fabric, but winging it seemed to work this time 🙂
Sarah Liz
Posted at 06:22h, 21 SeptemberThat worked very nicely – I like classic shirts, and this is a nice cut. The contrast is fun – just enough without being too much.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:51h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks, Sarah LIz! Now I wish I had added some contrast to the sleeve, but another blouse, another time 😉
Sarah Liz
Posted at 01:05h, 24 SeptemberThat’s the joy of making your own clothes 🙂
Juliet
Posted at 06:23h, 21 SeptemberI love how creative you’ve been here – it’s paid off really well!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:52h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Juliet! I hardly needed another plain white shirt in my closet and I’m so pleased that I took the time to do something different 🙂
Amorette Sackreiter Haws
Posted at 06:33h, 21 SeptemberYou are an inspiration! Shirts also cover those middle age lumps more successfully than a T shirt ever can.
Amorette
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:53h, 21 SeptemberThanks Amorette! This is very true 😉
yyyz girl
Posted at 06:50h, 21 SeptemberGreat shirt, and I love your contrasts. I have fabric to start 3 shirts as soon as I perfect upper back fit. You have inspired me to hurry the process. As always, love your style and ideas!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:54h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks……… the whole upper back issue is daunting and I still don’t have it worked out. That’s exactly why I chose the princess seams 🙂
Julie Starr
Posted at 06:57h, 21 SeptemberWell someone’s fears were certainly unfounded! This is one heck of a beautiful shirt – your design choices are wonderful and the construction looks perfect. I have this pattern and as much as I love that “other” shirt pattern, these princess seams are gorgeous and it looks so great untucked. Now I can’t wait to try it. Hurray for you – I predict you will make many more!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:20h, 21 SeptemberLOL! You and your Archer shirt friends shamed me into making a shirt! Midway through making it, the shirt looked like a muslin so I added the contrast, but next time I’m going to plan a contrast shirt rather than wing it 🙂 You’ll love this pattern and thank you so much for the inspiration to try something new.
Andrea
Posted at 07:06h, 21 SeptemberLovely shirt, love the contrast areas, especially the buttonholes.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:21h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Andrea!
Jean
Posted at 07:15h, 21 SeptemberWow. another stunning garment. I love how you have been creative with your contrasting fabric and orange buttonholes. A truly unique garment with loads of style. You are such an inspiration.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:22h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks, Jean! The white shirt just wasn’t working for me so I added the contrast midway through. The project truly became fun once I committed to customizing the pattern 🙂
Carolyn
Posted at 07:27h, 21 SeptemberYou always have such creative ideas. I love your contrast ideas and you have inspired me to try to make a shirt myself.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:30h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Carolyn! You sew so well that I know you’ll make a beautiful shirt 🙂
Debbie
Posted at 07:31h, 21 SeptemberI too, struggle to get into the Mood of sewing shirts but I like the princess seams which are so flattering and you did an Uber job! Enjoy the blogs!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:32h, 21 SeptemberThank you so much, Debbie!
Andrea Birkan
Posted at 07:43h, 21 SeptemberLove everything you make. I will be joining your RTW fasters in the next few days. I think the ideA of gaining back to sewing everything is brilliant.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:48h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Andrea! I’m delighted to know you’ll be joining the RTW Fast! 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:16h, 03 JanuaryGreat Andrea and thank you so much. Please send me your photo to goodbyevalentino@gmail.com 🙂
Bunny
Posted at 08:26h, 21 SeptemberWonderful shirt from a huge fan of white shirts! You can never have too many.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 09:28h, 21 SeptemberMany thanks for your comment, Bunny! I agree and now that I know I can make a shirt – there will be more 🙂
Cissie Wellons
Posted at 08:39h, 21 SeptemberLove your shirt — the contrast really makes it special. Your buttonholes look perfect! I have made this pattern in every possible variation and love the princess seams. Glad you have joined the shirtmaking craze! I find it oddly relaxing.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 09:29h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Cissie! I’m not ready to use the word ‘relaxing’ but it was fulfilling. Can’t wait to make another one 🙂
lorigirlsinthegarden
Posted at 08:55h, 21 SeptemberVery fun shirt and it looks great on you. Welcome to the world of shirts, you will be making them right and left
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 09:30h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Lori! I have a feeling you’re right 🙂
Susan Van Swearingen
Posted at 08:59h, 21 SeptemberLove what you did, don’t ever stop “winging it”, sometimes that’s where the magic comes from!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 09:30h, 21 SeptemberI wholeheartedly agree, Susan! Many thanks for your comment 🙂
Vivian
Posted at 09:15h, 21 SeptemberThere is nothing better than making a tailored shirt that you know will fit. Yours is exceptional! I love making shirts, and have some beautiful chambray waiting right now. You have inspired me to go outside the basics though and add a little spirit to it. What was the white fabric you used, any special cotton? I am just wondering as I have made several with different contents, one w/ lycra, and one lightweight 100%, I like the hang of yours and it must be the weight.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 09:32h, 21 SeptemberThank you so much, Vivian! My fabric is a medium weight cotton linen/blend. There’s no stretch at all and I agree with you that the weight is what makes it hang so nicely.
Becky
Posted at 09:17h, 21 SeptemberThis is absolutely lovely, and the fit is terrific! So, you would recommend this pattern for someone who has never sewn a shirt? No big problems? I can’t believe that this is your first shirt. It’s looks so upscale RTW. Great job.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 09:35h, 21 SeptemberThank you, Becky! I would recommend this pattern. I had zero problems but do emphasize the need to go slow and be careful. Having said this I got a little dyslexic with the cuffs and believe I inverted the pleats incorrectly. My interfacing was too heavy for the white front band though it didn’t cause a huge problem – but the pattern and directions are straightforward and uncomplicated. Good luck!
lisa g
Posted at 09:41h, 21 Septembergreat job! i love the fun details. i’ve made several shirts this year, and while they are tedious to sew, they’ve definitely made me a better seamstress and more precise.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:05h, 22 September…….. and HOW did I miss following your blog until two seconds ago??????? Seriously I thought you were someone else that I already followed.
I love your shirts especially the b/w polkadot blouse!!!
I’ll make lots more shirts if I can achieve the results you have achieved. Many thanks for the comment, Lisa 🙂
lisa g
Posted at 19:34h, 27 Septemberthanks, you’re so sweet! your own sewing is such an inspiration to me as well.
Jackie
Posted at 10:09h, 21 SeptemberAnother creative winner! You have a golden touch with fabric!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:06h, 22 SeptemberThank you so much, Jackie!
seweverythingblog
Posted at 10:12h, 21 SeptemberThat is a great shirt! I love clothes that are a wardrobe staple and have a creative twist at the same time. Great idea — the orange buttonholes!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:08h, 22 SeptemberMany thanks! I was a wreck sewing those orange buttonholes, but thankfully it all worked out 😉
Carolyn
Posted at 10:13h, 21 SeptemberLovely, lovely shirt! But I was surprised that you didn’t make the ruffled version…is that next?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:09h, 22 SeptemberI was tempted by the ruffled version for sure, Carolyn! Hopefully I’ll get around to it. Thanks so much for your comment 🙂
dmslisa
Posted at 10:27h, 21 SeptemberBeautiful. I look forward to your posts showcasing your creativity and skill. You never disappoint.
Lisa Diamond Stein lisastein@comcast.net
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:10h, 22 SeptemberWhat a sweet comment, Lisa! Thank you so much 🙂
AJW
Posted at 10:56h, 21 SeptemberAnother winner. And Brava to you! Shirts are something that I shy away from, but you make it seem fun and most creative. More inspiration! Thanks for providing that.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:12h, 22 SeptemberThank you, AJW! It wasn’t all fun and games, but once I decided to make it fun the creative juices started flowing 😉
artattack024
Posted at 11:21h, 21 SeptemberYou go, girl! Shirts are like anything else, you just put one stitch in front of another. Great job and I already see your creativity sprouting with your contrast details. Something else to add to your sewing repertoire…Sarah Makes Shirts!
Hugs!
😀
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:15h, 22 SeptemberLOL! I may go on a shirt kick and I can see why you and others are making a shirt a month. Your gorgeous creations are an inspiration to me for sure! 🙂
Ann
Posted at 11:47h, 21 SeptemberI’m a beginner, having made only four things so far, and found your post inspiring. I actually left my computer to confirm that I have saved the remnants from my projects in a safe place, because I want to consider using them for facings and such whenever possible. These little touches take a garment to a whole new level. Your blog is one of my very favorites, because your taste level is so high.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:18h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Ann for your lovely comment 🙂 I’m so excited for you as a budding sewist. Enjoy your sewing journey and please stay in touch!
Michelle Paganini
Posted at 12:05h, 21 SeptemberLove it, beautiful job
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:19h, 22 SeptemberMany thanks, Michelle! 🙂
wondo
Posted at 12:46h, 21 SeptemberGreen and orange are great together. I’m curious if hubby kept wondering when you were putting the pocket on. Men are usually picky about pockets. Lol.
I gather you were a bit ‘timid’ to make a shirt. Many are. Perhaps they’re intimidated by the number of pieces and parts involved. They don’t sew up in an hour, but in reality aren’t very difficult. There are also different methods of assembly for virtually all processes – from bands to stands to cuffs, etc.. I read/watched a well talked about tutorial and was surprised how may places where I do my assembly differently. If you have difficulties with one method, there’s likely another that might work easier for you.
We’ll be watching for you ‘planned’ version. Cheers,
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:21h, 22 SeptemberThank you for your comment, Wondo! I was most timid about the precision of those smaller pieces like the collar band, front band and cuffs. If they are not spot on, the whole garment looks bad. Thankfully I survived 😉
Kyle
Posted at 12:53h, 21 SeptemberI too sometimes lose the fun in sewing. It is always so neat to rediscover the fun bits.
Great job on your shirt!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:22h, 22 SeptemberMany thanks, Kyle! ….. and it’s up to me to make my sewing experience enjoyable 😉
Patti Hall
Posted at 13:19h, 21 SeptemberWell, shirts must be on the mind as I ordered my first pattern this week – with princess seams to boot! I never can find a blouse or shirt that fits me well so I decided to try making one myself with my measurements. I am going to follow your advice and that of your commenters and take it one step at a time. I am so worried about doing the buttonholes (my machine is not as precise as it used to be) but I’ll just take it slow and see what happens. Your shirt looks so professional and the contrast is so original! Great job! Great inspiration!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 08:26h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Patti! I was almost ill about sewing the buttonholes and called a friend about using her new machine. She was out of town until Monday (tomorrow) so I had to suck it up and make them myself. Now I know I can do it ! 🙂
Cheryl Scott
Posted at 14:03h, 21 SeptemberBrava!!! That is amazing. I’m going to have to learn to tackle them, too, if I’m going to get involved in the NO RTW 365 challenge. Beautiful work!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:01h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Cheryl! Do you know that during my RTW fast, I only made 2 garments with buttonholes? 😉
pat kapsak
Posted at 16:09h, 21 SeptemberReally like this blouse a lot. Beautiful sewing and sew creative !
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:02h, 22 SeptemberMany thanks, Pat!
Jeannine
Posted at 16:45h, 21 SeptemberAs I scrolled down your blog, reading and experiencing the pictures my internal response was that the shirt looked just like you…then the picture of your wearing it and WOW!!! Perfect contrast with the leather pants…you have style girl:) You have done it again:)
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:04h, 22 SeptemberAhh….. thanks so much, Jeannine! I was greatly relieved to find the contrasting pieces enhanced the pattern once completed 🙂
Carolina'sCallin'
Posted at 18:40h, 21 SeptemberStop it right now! That is the CUTEST shirt ever…seriously, I would pay big $$$ for that! LOVE what you did with the contrasting fabric and fun buttonholes. I’d have probably chickened out at the green thread sewing on the buttonholes (who am I kidding…I would never have THOUGHT of it in the first place…LOL), but the end result is so fun and upscale. Really nice!
You’re right – it’s SUCH a pleasure to have a button down that actually fits. I wore one today from JCrew that looks good as long as you’re stationary. I fussed with it all day long! How nice to be able to know that this will work for your body shape and size. Can’t wait to see your next one. Love the princess seams, too!
One question…I can’t quite figure out what you did with the collar. Is that a double collar, or am I just seeing the sides of the seams where both fabrics are showing?
Beautiful job, Sarah!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:06h, 22 SeptemberThank you so much, Cheryl! Yes I made a double collar. I cut an additional collar out of the contrast fabric. If I do this again, I will make the fashion fabric collar slightly smaller, but it worked fine for my first try 🙂
Cuckoo Chanel
Posted at 18:55h, 21 SeptemberAmazing results!!! Your hard work and attention to detail really come through.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:06h, 22 SeptemberMany thanks for the comment, Cuckoo Chanel!
Mary Lynn
Posted at 20:00h, 21 SeptemberYou are so creative (and productive!) Just love seeing your wonderful creations! Between your
wonderful sewing blog and 2 friends photography/travel blogs I think I may just live vicariously and lazily through you all! 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:13h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Mary Lynn! I bet you’re still in recovery mode from your daughter’s wedding – and I can understand why 😉
poppykettle
Posted at 20:02h, 21 SeptemberFabulous! I love all your little details 🙂 One thing I learnt from sewing a shirt – it’s really a lot harder than it looks!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:14h, 22 SeptemberRight on, Poppykettle! Clean simple lines aren’t simple at all 😉 Many thanks for writing!
Carmen Isaacs
Posted at 20:55h, 21 SeptemberBeautiful shirt, I am in awe of you.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:15h, 22 SeptemberThank you for the sweet comment, Carmen 🙂
Marguerite
Posted at 21:43h, 21 SeptemberWhat a great shirt. The princess line makes it fit nicely. I love the contrast features. I love a white shirt. Think Carolina Herrera style! You look good in everything!!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:16h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Marguerite! I don’t look good in everything but I am starting to figure out what works for me 😉
Annika
Posted at 03:50h, 22 SeptemberWhat a beautiful shirt. Well done! The very same pattern is on my todo, though I intend to do view E – with the ruffles. 😉
Did you make a muslin beforehand?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:23h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Annika! I think this blouse will be beautiful with ruffles and look forward to seeing yours. Since I have sewn Butterick princess seam garments before I did not make a muslin, however if I sew View A, B or C I will most definitely make one.
Cindy
Posted at 04:06h, 22 SeptemberI’m grinning that you snuck some orange into a white shirt. You’re incorrigible! This was a nice save, and an unexpected visual treat. Very lovely job!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:24h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Cindy! Orange must me second nature to me – it just naturally occurred to me that the buttonholes had to be orange 😉
Cindy
Posted at 13:09h, 22 SeptemberLovely photos!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 13:20h, 22 September😉
Mary Matteucci
Posted at 04:38h, 22 SeptemberGreat with the skinny jeans!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:25h, 22 SeptemberMany thanks, Mary!
Sandra
Posted at 07:36h, 22 SeptemberGreat shirt Sarah, I love what you’ve done with the contrast – very playful.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:25h, 22 SeptemberThank you, Sandra! Playful is a good description 🙂
Sandy
Posted at 11:35h, 22 SeptemberI love this shirt!
I’ve been subscribed to your blog for some time. You’ve been one of my inspirations in my qwest to make all my own clothing.
I’m off to my sewing machine
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 13:22h, 22 SeptemberThank you so much, Sandy!
Barbara Kaye
Posted at 18:51h, 22 SeptemberLove your style and whimsy, Sarah!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:19h, 23 SeptemberThank you, Barbara! So nice to hear from you and I hope all is well in sunny California!
G
Posted at 04:02h, 23 SeptemberIsn’t the convention on ladies’ shirt that the buttons are on the left? So or so, I think this shirt is lovely!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:20h, 23 SeptemberProbably. I seem to get dyslexic when sewing 😉
ANGELA
Posted at 10:34h, 23 SeptemberLove the shirt!! Would have never thought to add the contrasting fabric or orange buttonholes. Now my mind is whirling with more ideas!!
After two years, I finally sat down this weekend, and started sewing. Making a Simplicity tunic. All by myself(well, plus the internet, and a couple of books…..) Thanks for the inspiration!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:22h, 24 SeptemberThank you, Angela! Funny how one idea leads to another, isn’t it? 😉 Good luck with the tunic – you can do it!!!
sbzurenda
Posted at 14:11h, 23 SeptemberSarah, The shirt is so classy.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:23h, 24 SeptemberThank you, Susie!
Laury
Posted at 15:56h, 23 SeptemberBravo! Adorable!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:24h, 24 SeptemberMany thanks, Laury!
LLADYBIRD
Posted at 16:32h, 23 SeptemberOh, that is too cute. I love all the contrast details you added!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 06:25h, 24 SeptemberThank you Lladybird 😉
Susan Partlan (@susanpartlan)
Posted at 16:40h, 24 SeptemberWow. The shirt fits you like a dream and I love all of your styling details. I just love the structure of shirts :).
June
Posted at 12:59h, 25 SeptemberFantastic! Lovely fit! How do you wash it? (I shy away from contrast, color block, etc because of bad experiences with dye crocking.)
AllisonC
Posted at 02:06h, 26 SeptemberI love all the little details you added, it reminds me a lot of some of my husbands Ted Baker shirts, must copy some of those ideas!
Helene
Posted at 17:23h, 26 SeptemberGosh it’s gorgeous! I love the whole thing, and it looks fabulous on you! I have some button down patterns I’m about to sew for myself, so you’ve given me ideas! I always love reading your blog, you inspire me with every creation, I love your style.
Karen Tewkesbury
Posted at 11:39h, 29 SeptemberSarah! I saw the article in the newspaper this morning about you. I had no idea, but I’m not surprised. You have always been talented and creative. Your new endeavor into the world of the sewing is no different. I’m impressed by what beautiful garments you’ve made.
I made my first piece (a blouse) when I was in the 4th grade. My mother was an excellent seamstress. I learned from the best, but my time and interest in sewing has ebbed and flowed with my life’s phases. I made many of the boys’ outfits when they were little while I was in my smocking phase. It’s been years since I’ve made my own clothes, but I have always envisioned doing more sewing when the boys grew up. The boys are grown now and I still love sewing, but life hasn’t always cooperated. I failed to factor in the elderly parent phase, but I don’t mind that. I still plan to follow my dream to use the downstairs playroom as MY space…soon…someday.
When we lost my mom, I inherited her machines and accoutrements. I’m now the proud owner of around 6 or 7 machines of all types, including my grandmother’s treadle machine. It works!
Even though I don’t have as much time as I’d like to break out the sewing machine, you’ve inspired me. Congratulations on your success, both personally, since sewing brings a lot of personal satisfaction, and on the attention your beautiful work has brought you. You’ve put a smile on my face this morning. I truly enjoyed the article and cruising your blog.
P.S. If you discover you need something related to sewing, I probably have it…somewhere. After recently moving my dad from his apartment at White Oak to the nursing facility, I now have the contents of his apartment in my house waiting to find its way to a permanent place (plus what we brought from their house when they moved to White Oak.) I have boxes and boxes of all things sewing. Either of the girls need a sewing machine? I might have something… :>)
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:42h, 02 OctoberHi Karen!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write and bring me up to date with you. So sorry about the loss of your mother. You sound like you own everything sewing related and I hope you can use it for yourself one of these days. You’ll love sewing clothes again and it will happen when the time is right. Good luck and please stay in touch 🙂
gingermakes
Posted at 11:40h, 29 SeptemberThis looks great! Shirtmaking really does inspire you to be precise– I must’ve ripped out my topstitching a dozen times. But there’s something really fun about it, too. It’s pretty amazing to watch a shirt come together bit by bit. I love the fun touches you added, and the princess seams are really flattering! Awesome job!
Hanh
Posted at 17:33h, 29 SeptemberCongratulations! Enjoyed the Herald Journal piece on fashion and “local girl made good”. It’s perfect as you’re the quintessential southern lady with charm and style. Did you go to the SPO premiere last night? Wasn’t it something? Totally enjoyed myself. Now, looking forward to the next in the season.