This is the third rendition of this asymetrical tunic. My original zebra print and my roomie's green version were both size large. I wanted a roomier version of my original using a funky print from Fabric.com which I had in my stash. The Jersey Knit fabric is called Phaidra Turquoise and I used 1.5 yards for a total cost of only $8.97. Can't beat that.
My first sewing class of the semester was not what I planned. Sewing is really growing in popularity. So much so - the class had well over 100 people! Last semester there were 45, which was overwhelming. Even though the multi-million dollar new building is 3 times the size of the old sewing room, we are over capacity. Professor Namdar asked me to change into the intermediate course, which should be smaller in size. I'm keeping my fingers crossed as that class is tonight! What did I do after being "kicked out" of class early for lack of space....did I mention that the class is located across from Joann's? I bought a great piece of silky fabric to make a skirt and a jersey knit solid for a coordinated top. Why am I off my fabric diet? I made my 10+ items using my stash. Yee-haw! Still, I'm going to try to continue some stash busting to use the fabric I already have.....
Here's a close-up of the fabric. I like the abstract feel. The whole thing is hearts, without being to "cheesy" for my taste. This one might even make a Valentine's day appearance....
HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2008 brought a lot of changes, from Obama to the recession, we were in for a roller coaster ride. Here's to a healthy, peaceful, and prosperous 2009.
So I have 2 more FOs that I haven't shown, which at this point will probably not happen, so I'll just show case my latest FOs. My roomie is recovering from pneumonia and liked my top (I wore it on New Year's day), so I made her one while we catch up on Lost episodes...we're two Season's behind and our DVR is filling up fast with the latest season!
Pattern Review:
Pattern Description: Tunic A has dropped open shoulders and angled shape lower edge, raw edge finish. Tunics B, C have semi-fitted, bust darts, angled shape lower edge. B: bias tape armholes and back neck edge, faced front neckline. C: bias tape neck and armholes, sash with narrow hem finish. Both FOs are Tunic A.
Pattern Sizing: Lg to X-lg. I made the large for both.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes. The pattern is so simple that the instructions aren't really needed. There are only three seams to sew and voila - a tunic top.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The only part of this project that is less-enjoyable is the fabric cutting. The pattern is one large piece, so even with my monstrous sized cutting mat, I needed to add a second mat on the floor to cut it all out.
Fabric Used: For my project, I used fabric from Gorgeous Fabric called "Wild at Heart". I used about 1 1/4 yards of this poly/Lycra blend. For my roomie's tunic, I used stash fabric from Joann Fabrics. it's a Jersey Knit fabric. I'm not sure how much, except that I cut into the CENTER of her fabric instead of the edge. Sorry Brandilion!
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: Instead of leaving the sleeves partially open (slits), I sewed the sleeves closed.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I have made 2 now and think it's a nice quickie go-to pattern if you can get beyond the acrobatics of cutting out the fabric.
Conclusion: A really nice project to end out the year - and to start off the new one!
