Woohoo! I actually finished something in the month of February.
This is the Itch to Stitch Lamma Hoodie & Sweatshirt pdf pattern. I mentioned purchasing this pattern back in November 2021. I sized up a bit on this one. I think that I decided to make a size 20 with the full bust front because I wanted it to be little bit of an over sized. Looks like I got my wish on that one. It will be perfect for hiking or cool evenings. Here is a picture of the thumb hole sleeves:
The fabric is a grey stretch french terry that has been hanging out in the stash for a long time. I used a black activewear fabric to line the pockets and hood which has also been hanging out in the stash for a while. That is a win-win in my book.
I had no issues with the pattern and I think it is very well drafted. You should probably be aware that there are places where the seams are really thick. Like around the the thumb hole with 6 layers.
I do have a couple of changes that have been noted on the pattern:
1. Move bust shaping up about 1 1/2-inches.
2. Change the lengths from a 20 to an 18.
No doubt additional changes will show themselves as this gets worn. I am very happy with this comfortable top. I think this maybe the end of the french terry hiding out in the stash or at least colors that I would wear. I am ready to make more.
I did use my Bernette 77 and Juki MO-1000 for construction. Both machine operating well and did not hesitate going over the thick areas. Two feet were particularly handy on the Bernette:
This is the zig zag foot for dual feet. It is the default foot for the machine. However, it also has a built in leveler - the little button on the side. It is fabulous for the thick seams.
This is the open embroidery foot for dual feed. This foot actually helped with the staystitching on the inside of the pockets. It worked well for this application by using the inside edge along the seam.
Happy Stitching!
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