Nov 10, 2010

The Hungry Sewing Machine

Don't tell my machine, but I'm thinking about breaking up. It's not going to be pretty, I'm sure. We have a long history together. Lots of good memories. But, we seem to be fighting more and more these days and I think I see where it's going. I don't care how starved for attention it is, lately -- if it eats one more knit fabric, we're through. On the spot.
  My first project back in the sewing realm following "Princess Madness" and it was a less than sweet experience. I've been hanging on to this Butterick 5497 for a month or two, since the last sale anyway. It's definitely not my normal style, but I thought I'd go out on a limb and try something new.  I found a nice, thick, black and white polka dot matte jersey (also a bit outside my comfort zone - the dots, not the jersey. I love knits. A lot.) and decided to give it a go.



I suppose I shouldn't be too surprised that the results of this less than "me" pattern and fabric yielded a slightly less than "me" look. The more I look at it, though, the more it grows on me. Only time will tell if it will actually leave the closet and go with me to work. Although I liked the sleeveless, boatneck version better, I went with the 3/4 sleeves since I don't like freezing my bum off in the cold winters. The sleeves are too long at the moment (they're bunched up in the photos - which, to be honest, is probably what will happen to them anyway) so I may shorten them a bit.

I don't know. What do you think, guys?




















I'm not sure how I feel about the elasticated shoulders on this one. I really liked it on the dress I did with the same treatment. Maybe it's the sleeves that make it different. I feel a little linebacker-ish. Could also be the aforementioned less than me-ness. *shrugs* One thing is for sure - it feels good to get in a little selfish self-benefiting sewing done before the Christmas sewing begins. Hopefully, I can squeeze in a few more!

8 comments:

  1. That pattern my not be "you" but it sure is dagnab cute on "you". I have the pattern too, and seeing it on you is inspiring me to make it too... Nice job. And great fabric.

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  2. I really like your top! I like the pattern and fabric. I think it suits you. I've taken note of the pattern which I hadn't noticed before.

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  3. Thanks, ladies. It's growing on me! :)

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  4. I think it looks cute on you! I have this same top nearly finished... wasn't sure about the sleeves. After seeing yours, I think it works. :)

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  5. I think it looks fabulous on you. Sometimes it is nice to make something outside of our style norm for a change. Bravo.

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  6. I just bought this pattern to make a top in a sparkly fabric to go with black slacks for Christmas parties and the pics make me glad I did! It is one of those patterns that you are just not quite sure of but after seeing you in the top, I think it could be a winner!

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  7. Just wanted to let you know that we really like your version of B5497 and have posted a link from the Butterick Patterns facebook page.

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