I wanted a raglan sleeve pattern for a Luxe Sweatshirt for Meredith and Katilyn. I went with New Look 6230
I did change it up,
- raised the neckline, it looks wide on the envelope,especially on the sleeve area
- cut a couple sizes bigger so it looked like a sweatshirt
- added cuffs and waistband
- for Meredith lengthened the arms by quite a bit. She is 5'9" tall with a 6' wingspan (yes, long arms!)
- took off length, shirt is long and I added the waistband.
The fabric is a black knit from Joann's and a leopard sweater knit from Joann's also.
I did a guess on the bottom bands width and it is a bit wide for her. I will be taking it off and adjusting that a bit. Those are the chances you take when sewing for college girls :)
Good news, they fixed my serger in one day and it is back home. I will be making one of these for Kaitlyn next.
In October, Jesse told Meredith, "College agrees with you Meredith, you look really good." I think he is absolutely right, she is just blossoming into an amazing young woman.
I made this shirt for Erin, knit from Joann's, pattern is Renfrew. Erin won't model her garments, so the best you get is on the dressform
Great looking knit tops!!! I need to come to your area as my JoAnn's just doesn't have these type fabrics.!
ReplyDeleteThanks, so much, Linda,, I have found some good fabric of late at J's. It takes lots of digging!
DeleteI agree, great looking tops!
ReplyDeleteThanks, I think they look great on the girls
DeleteGreat tops Lori! I've been thinking of making some like these - they're very in right now!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Tonia, they are quick to make with fashionable results.
DeleteGreat tops Lori! I've been thinking of making some like these - they're very in right now!
ReplyDeleteCute tops and recently purchased NL 6230.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sheila, can't wait to see what you make with the pattern.
DeleteLove those tops, especially Meredith's. I want to make something very similar, except the leopard print I bought is brown-toned and has some sparkly sequins on it. I'm still on the hunt for the perfect contrast fabric!
ReplyDeleteOh, Helen, your fabric sounds beautiful. Would a cream go with the leopard print?
DeleteGosh, your daughters are so lucky to have a fashionable seamstress in the family! Meredith looks gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI bought that same knit print you show in the last photo and then could not figure out how to use it, that looks great. thanks for the idea :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Beth, it is a nice fabric. Have fun sewing your leopard print.
DeleteThey are both really pretty tops. Love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteLove the "sweatshirt". Thanks for the advice of raising the neckline.
ReplyDeleteThanks, I did lower the front of Kaitlyn's just a bit, maybe 1/2".
DeleteThese both look great. Love your fabric choices Lori.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much.
DeleteBoth are wonderful Lori. I really like that New Look pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Faye, I like the NL pattern, too and it has a great skirt, too.
DeleteLove both of these! I have absolutely in vision as I have a similar teal leopard fabric from FabricMart.com but could only imagine it in a cardigan. I love your sweatshirt idea, especially with the added bands.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Levone, it is a fun way to showcase a fabric.
DeleteLove these!
ReplyDeleteI just went to PatternReview & ordered the pattern.
:-)
thanks, Chris, have fun making up your new pattern.
DeleteTwo great tops!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bunny.
DeleteThanks for the inspiration! I just finished my own "luxe sweatshirt" tonight!! It looks great and that Renfrew is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mrs. Smith,aren't they fun shirts.
DeleteThanks for sharing your talent! This is a gorgeous shirt. I have a girl who would love it as well. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kathy, that is so nice of you.
DeleteLooks lush! I added waistband and cuffs to my first two as well, but wish I'd made that neck a bit smaller too! xox
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