To me, fall means shirts and cozy sweaters.
Since I'm a failed sweater knitter (currently have three knit and crochet sweaters in the works, all of which have one or fewer sleeves), I'll focus my energy on shirtmaking.
I'd really like to make myself some new flannel shirts this autumn, because, well, Vermont. Gotta rep the brand.
So maybe I'm overthinking it, or just used to a closer fitting neck! For reference, I can pull the shirt over my head without unbuttoning the collar stand button.
That's on point with the measurements chart; I should have sized down according to the chart, but that's not something I typically do so I couldn't quite wrap my head around it and opted for the straight size despite clear instructions to do otherwise.
Regarding pocket placement, I ended up moving the pockets outwards towards the side seams by about 3/8 inch and upwards by about 1/2 inch for a "perkier" look.
I finished my hem with bias tape to maintain length and get a smooth finish on the curves- I find I get the neatest results with bias tape.
I went with pearl snaps for this shirt... I love pearl snaps, and hammering them in is pretty satisfying during these "unprecented times." Except that one last snap on the under pocket which resisted my efforts not once, not twice, but three times. I gave up. Luckily the pearl part attached, just not the back. So it's not functional, but still looks nice.
Placement-wise I started with locating a snap at my fullest bust point and then aligned them from there using my torture device, I mean, my Simflex sewing gauge thingy.
So, to sum all this up: I love my Tarawi shirt. It's comfy, cute, cheerful and has nice details.
Will I make different sizing choices on my next one? Probably, yes. I'm curious about sizing down all around to a D, narrow neck, narrow sleeve. Or maybe just the neck and sleeves. I'm also curious to try a plainer, non-gusseted pocket. We shall see!
I l o v e this shirt! First of all the color is absolutely perfect…now I need to have a look at that particular Essex. I think you got the fit really nicely…though I am a fan of the buttoned up look. I think this will be awesome in flannels. I’m near the Canadian border in the PNW and may just have to get this pattern. I liked the look of when I got the debut announcement. In
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I l o v e this shirt! First of all the color is absolutely perfect…now I need to have a look at that particular Essex. I think you got the fit really nicely…though I am a fan of the buttoned up look. I think this will be awesome in flannels. I’m near the Canadian border in the PNW and may just have to get this pattern. I liked the look of when I got the debut announcement. In
ReplyDeleteOnce again you scored a hime run this make!
Looking good! Thanks for the helpful notes on the fit.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great color on you! The Essex cotton/linen is one of my favorite fabrics. Everything I make from it gets worn to pieces. I have never seen it in red. Must check that out. ❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteWhat a great color on you! I love Essex cotton/linen fabric. Everything I make from it gets worn to pieces; thank goodness for it’s sturdiness. ❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteWhat a great color on you! I love Essex cotton/linen fabric. Everything I make from it gets worn to pieces; thank goodness for it’s sturdiness. ❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteI love this shirt on you, and it has inspired me to make one for myself. I'm wondering how tall you are and if you shortened the bodice at all. It looks to me like all the Muna and Broad tops are suuuuper long, like mid thigh, on the models. I'm 5'2" and don't want it crazy long. Thanks.
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