14.1.10

Working with Knits, Again

I had planned on doing alot more sewing with knits but checking back I noticed that August was the last time I touched my stash of cotton knits. Yesterday I put together this number for my Carolin.

I borrowed Ottobre from a friend and made one of the patterns (Autumn 2009, Reversable Raglan-Sleeve Top.) I'd like to try one more pattern in the magazine to see if I could see myself spending money on the Ottobre Design magazine (is it really a magazine?)

/I used my twin needle for the first time! What a great way to finish it.

Sewing with a knit fabric is a whole different ball game from sewing with woven fabrics. The fabric tends to curl and stretch, yet when the article of clothing is finished it is very forgiving of any minor errors, unlike a crispy cotton. It's also very comfortable to wear.

As always, sewing for Carolin is rewarding because the photo shoot is so much fun. Love that girl, mischief and all!

This was a fairly thrifty project. I bought the aqua knit at Liquidation World way back for $1.00/metre (I only used 1/2 of a metre) and the gray heart cotton jersey knit from an online store that was clearing out for about $5.00/metre including shipping costs (I only used 1/2 metre.) That makes the shirt about $3.00 to make.

12 comments:

  1. So cute Alisa! It really makes me want to try.

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  2. That is adorable! You did a great job with it. I stink at sewing knits!

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  3. Knits are NOT easy to sew, I agree! This turned out great! :)

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  4. this is adorable....you did an amazing job

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  5. I LIKE it!!

    Laura VM

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  6. It looks great! My little blond 3 year old is in love with hearts, and reminds me very much of Carolin. How neat that our families are so alike!

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  7. I love that! One of my goals this year is to sew more with knits. That turned out adorable, and the price makes it even cuter :).

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  8. Looks great! I'm trying to sew more with knits, too. I've discovered Lil Blue Boo's 'Sienna dress' from recycled T shirts and think I'll be doing lots more with knits. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Pointers on sewing knits... adjust your differential feed on the serger to prevent stretching (move towards 2.0). On the sewing machine, adjust the pressure foot(less pressure) to help reduce stretching as you top-stitch. Give it a try and see if that helps :-)
    Carolin is cute as usual modelling her new clothes!
    Karen

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  10. This is so cute Alisa! And it was so nice and cheap too!

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