I started this weekend with the intention of sewing up a storm, but thanks to a nasty headcold I haven’t done much. I took the day off from work on Friday to treat myself to a little NYC fabric shopping. I bought some wool flannel and lining for my Great Coat Sew Along project (McCalls 5513). This coat is for my 14 year old niece as I really don’t need another coat. I am tempted to start a jacket for myself also, we’ll see. I bought the wool at Metro Textiles and picked up a few pieces for myself.
First (from left to right) is a silk charmeuse print that I think I’ll make a shirtdress out of. The middle piece is actually a cool lining fabric and on the right is a cotton print with little silver metallic dots that you can’t see in this photo. There was another cotton print that accidently got left behind in the store, but I’ve been in touch with Kashi and will pick it up later this week.
I also stopped at Paron’s and got some Armani shirting (also with a metallic thread running through it — click for a closer look) and a silk chiffon.
I’m planning to use these for an old Vogue pattern (around 1995 I think) that I’ve been wanting to make for years!
As far as actual sewing, I cut the muslin for my niece’s coat. I also worked on my HP Jeans and after three muslins, I think it’s a go. I won’t have time to cut the actual denim until next weekend.
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I love Byron Lars. I was able to score this pattern and another twist front shirt pattern of his on eBay a few years back. They are currently aging in my stash.
Sandra .- very good projects. I love you and takes advantage of their vintage patterns. This shirt is adorable. greetings. Paco
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