Weekend Plans for V1274

I've been working on V1274  for what seems like a long time. (Over two weeks maybe)  Just a little sewing here and there.  But this will be the weekend I finish this up.  I'm making View A (the short version).
Can't really say why I haven't been focused on this project.  I really like it and can't wait to be done.
I've seen lots of inspiration on the   blogs that I follow.  But I have spring fever.  Most of my winter sewing plans will have to wait since there's no way I could finish up everything.  But it's all good because this season I did not cut out too many things ahead of when I could sew.  At the rate I've been going on this top, I'm glad there won't be a large stack of UFOs to face each time I go to my sewing area.  In one of the recent BMV sales, I bought at least five patterns for my granddaughter and  will want to sew up some things for her.

Until next time, Happy Sewing.

Butterick 5531-Jacket

Here's my review of the jacket.  Butterick 5531.  I used Vogue 8464 for the skirt.  The blouse is Vogue 1127 which was reviewed last year.
                                      
Pattern Description:  Semi-fitted, hip length, lined jackets A, B, C have French darts top-stitched in place, topstitch trim. A: patch pockets. A, B: front button closing. C: no closures. 

Pattern Sizing:  BB(8-10-12-14), FF(16-18-20-22) 

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

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?  I love the collar, the top-stitch details for the darts. 
 
Fabric Used:  Stretch Bengaline from Fabric.com

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:  I did not make any changes.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?  I'll probably sew this jacket again in a different fabric.  Yes I do recommend to others.

Conclusion: While I do like the pattern, it was the fabric that I am not pleased with.  I've had this fabric paired with the pattern for many months.  I knew the fabric had a hint of stretch, but once I started sewing the jacket, it seemed like it had more than just a hint.  I wore this to church and it appeared to be okay afterwards which is when the photos were taken.  I decided to wear again Monday evening to a meeting. During the construction process, I feared the fabric would begin to stretch out some from sitting when worn.  After arriving home, I've decided to find another fabric for this pattern which should be an easy task.

Cardigan-S2560

Thanks for the compliments on the top and skirt.  I love bright color during the winter months because most days, the sun is behind the clouds.

For this photo, I used S2560 to make a quick cardigan a few weekends ago.  The knit print fabric came from Joann's.  My daughter reminded me that I had this pattern and it would make up quickly with only the two yards of fabric that I purchased. It's View D with the sleeves cut a bit longer from View A.  Plan to wear with top and slacks for work.

Currently, I'm working on a jacket & skirt.  The jacket is B5531 and the skirt is from the Vogue pattern mentioned in the previous post.  The fabric is a stretch bengaline from Fabric.com. It's been in my fabric collection for maybe a year.  Last night as I was pressing darts in the jacket, I noticed that this fabric seemed to have more stretch than I thought.  I hope it will wear well once complete.  I think I would have chosen a different garment for this fabric.  This should be finished by the weekend so I'll have pictures to show.

Hello everyone,                                                                

It's been almost a month since my last post.  Just can't seem to get going with the blog posting.   Hope your new year is off to a great start.                                                                               

On to sewing.  Here is the last project for 2011.  Top from B5355, the skirt is  V8464.  The print fabric came from the Chicago Textile Outlet as I helped my daughter use her Groupon, LOL  The skirt fabric was leftover from a long time ago.  It's funny I can remember this.  But we purchased several pieces of textured crepe before it was called Fabric.com.  It worked well for jackets, skirts and slacks.  I lined the skirt although the pattern doesn't call for it.  It's a straight skirt with darts on the front & back.  It has a centered back zipper and narrow waistband.  I like this skirt and have made it twice so far.  The pattern I've had for over a year perhaps.  And the top is a loose-fitting pullover and sash with full-length raglan sleeves.  The neckline has bias tape that I made from the fabric.  I wore this on New Year's Day.  It was comfortable to wear but I think I will most likely shorten the sleeves just a bit. 

Merry Christmas!

I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year.
It has been two months since my last post!  Time really flies.  I've been extremely busy in non-sewing related activities and lots of things have happened.  But I hope to be back at a more regular pace in the new year.