Shirt #3 (shirting)
While others have been dying eggs and munching chocolate bunnies, I’ve been sewing. In my life, I’ve learned when the sewing mood strikes…. SEW! The mood may be slow to come around again.
I’ve completed another shirt for Jacob. This is a white/orchid windowpane print with darker orchid print accents. The shirt fabric is cotton with just enough poly to make it truly wrinkle-free. I hope he likes it as much as Bob and I do. This makes 3 new shirts made recently and I’ll start cutting another tonight.
I’ve challenged myself with each new shirt I’ve made. This one has French flat fell side seams, bias yoke and lining and a bias pocket. I’m not wild for making flat fell seams but I’ve ordered a sewing machine attachment that should make the job easier and help me ‘up my game’.
Recent conversations about travel have inspired me to finished a second t-shirt for myself. I like it, though it reminds me of Flamenco dancers with castanets. I hope to make several more tees and some shorts for lightweight summer comfort. I have loads of cotton knits waiting to become comfy clothes. They are so easy for travel!
It’s time to start cooking our Easter feast. We’ll be having my infamous roast beef with potatoes, carrots and rich, oniony gravy. Fresh bread is already baked. I’m sure we’ll splurge with a few jellybeans for desert.
Red tee
Happy Easter all!!
Shirl