Fitting Mysteries...

 Have you ever had a fitting issues that you could not find addressed anywhere?  I have one of those and it is in the sleeve cap.  Below is an example and you might need to zoom in a bit:

I finally found an example in one of my fitting books and it was in The Minott Method - Total Pattern Fit,  This particular book is specific to dresses, tops, and jackets.  I also purchased the Sleeve Package from Sewing Artistry.

The Minott Method calls this Sleeve Pitch while Sewing Artistry calls this sleeve tilt.  Both show examples that look just like the back of sleeve head on the muslin above.  However, different solutions are given.  The Minott Method gives the solution at the pattern stage and Sewing Artistry gives the solution at the fitting stage. 

I doubt that the muslin above is still hanging around but I can test the Sewing Artistry method on the next muslin that I make and use the Minott Method to correct the pattern. This sounds like a plan to me.

Now just to be clear, I see this issue with just about everything I make not just jackets.  I guess this means I need more length at the back of the armscye in the sleeve.

Happy Stitching!

Missing Sewjo...

 My sewjo has been on vacation for a while.  Now, it is hot and I do not see anything of interest in my wardrobe. No worries, there are plenty of clothes to choose from.  I just do not feel like wearing them much.  I want something more interesting.  Maybe I really just need new and do not feel like sewing it.  The last three months have been:

- April - My 4 year old cat died from pneumonia.  This truly broke my heart.  Cats do a fine job of hiding illness but I can not help but wonder how I could have missed that he was so sick that within 24 hours of taking him to the vet we had to make the decision to let him go because he was suffocating.

- May- A little more than half the month was spent in Ireland.  It is such a beautiful country and I truly enjoyed being there.  I hope that I get the opportunity to return.

- June - My older cat was not getting over the loss of the 4 year old cat.  It was a constant moaning and crying all day long.  He would quiet down if he got in your lap.  After consulting the vet, it was decided he needed a friend.  A tiny female kitten was recommended.  I got two tiny female kittens.  I can tell you that I thought that I had made a huge mistake.  There were several days of hissing and huffing (yes, cats huff).  Then, one day the older male cat started grooming the babies.  A couple of days later he started playing with them.  A few more days and he was romping through the house with them.  Now, this is not a daily event but we are getting there.  Oh, the moaning and crying all day quit the second we brought the kittens home.  

Here is a glimpse of the newest babies:

Here is a glimpse of the older cat seemingly accepting the kittens:

Yep, all three cats looking at the window together.  No hissing, no huffing, just calmly hanging out.

Back to the sewjo.  I am trying to get sewing again but what to work summer or winter or perhaps a mix of both.  I spent time at my storage unit looking at fabric and brought some back to the house in the hopes that would get the sewjo moving again.  I guess we will see how the next few days go.

Happy Stitching!

Inspiration...3/4 Sleeved Tunic

 I really like the styling of the this top:

This is the Hibiscus Palms Tunic from Talbots.  Price tag: $99.50.  Details:  3/4 sleeve, hits below hip, split neck, pullover, straight hem, 100% cotton.

I am always drawn to clothing that is blue but what really pulled me on this top is the use of pattern - the stripes and floral.  I can see this done in a lot of different patterns.  Want additional inspiration? Just check the Talbots website. There are multiple variations.

I can only think of one pattern similar to this.  It is this one:

This is the Silhouette Patterns Nancy's Blouse pattern.  It is similar to the inspiration piece but not exact.  Other patterns that might be worth checking:

• Liesl & Co Gallery Tunic
• Simplicity  1461

Hope you are inspired to create something wonderful.  Try to use up some of those stash fabrics.

Happy Stitching!

Inspiration...Striped Cardigan

 This cardigan caught my eye:

This is the Patch Pocket Knit Cardigan from Talbots.  Price tag: $89.50.  Details:  long sleeved, hits at hip, crew neck, coin pocket, straight hem.  

The version that I really liked is no longer available but that is why we sew, right?  The first pattern that came to mind is this one:

This is the Itch To Stitch Lisbon Cardigan pdf patternItch To Stitch Lisbon Cardigan pdf pattern.  The basic shape is right but it has differences as the neckband, front bands, and waist band are all sewn on.  The inspiration photo is definitely faced.  

Then, I found this pattern:

This is Simplicity 9272.  The cardigan is very close to the inspiration photo.  You would need to add a pocket.  Bonus is that there is pants and a sleeveless top.

Knitfabric.com has a fair about of stripe knit in various colors.  Cali Fabrics also has a nice selection of stripe knits.

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Happy Stitching!