Tuesday, October 7, 2014

A Stitcher's Wardrobe: Shirt


I find myself wearing the same two smocks over and over, so I cut a few more. The pattern is Butterick 5356, modified, and the cut sings to me.  The front is gathered but the back is not -- fullness just the way I like it. 


The shoulder seam runs down the arm -- there is not a traditional set-in sleeve.  Also, the underarm does not bind.

My bias tape skills are improving. 


This happy trim was an afterthought. If I had it to do again I would not have two lines of stitching on the public side. And I do have it to do again -- I could easily pick the stitches and rework it. But I have learned that I admire the art of completion more than the art of perfection in others' work. Adopting this philosophy, I will move along and make more, more, more!
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4 comments:

  1. gale (she shoots sheep shots)October 8, 2014 at 12:17 AM

    Admiring the art of completion more than the art of perfection. So well put!
    (I love this one and the rickrack)

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  2. Mary LouOctober 8, 2014 at 8:30 AM

    I admire the art of completion more than the art of perfection in others' work. Adopting this philosophy, I will move along and make more, more, more! I love this and may put it up on the wall. And share it with some perfectionist students of mine. I wish I could wear stuff like the smock to work. With pockets.

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  3. JaniOctober 9, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    oh, you found it! that elusive love-to-wear-it perfect fit! can't wait to see all your renditions. Leah & I are dedicating next month to Slopevember - drafting perfect fit patterns for our bodies. Then more, more, more!

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  4. hodge podgeOctober 9, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    agree! wise words from a wise woman. i love your new smock. an YOU!

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