I really love this fabric. It's a linen-blend jersey I bought from Girl Charlee a few months ago (sadly, no longer available) with the intention of making a big oversized tee from one of my Burda magazines. But when Jen put out the Hemlock pattern a few weeks ago, I decided to give that a whirl instead. This fabric is lightweight and drapey, and doesn't stick to the body the way a cotton jersey would. It also resists wrinkling, which really surprised me!
When I made this top, I wasn't really sure how long I wanted it to be, and I was too lazy to try it on to determine the length. I was also too lazy to measure and turn back my hem 1" like the pattern recommends! I ended up turning it back only 1/2", which is the width of my fusible web plus a smidge. I figured I could always shorten it later, but I'm OK with this length. It works with the non-sticky quality of this linen jersey, but with the cotton tissue knit I got for my next one, I'll probably go a little shorter.
I finally got around to downloading the Archer shirt pattern, so I'm hoping to get started on that this weekend!
It's lovely on you, you chic darling!
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DeleteThis looks great in a print - I've only seen solid or color-blocked versions. It dresses it up a bit which I really like (plus the great accessories you've added). I just finished a red one this week and have started another one in a burnout fabric. I know you'll do a beautiful job on the Archer!
ReplyDeleteI saw your red one - very pretty! One of these days I might delve into the world of solid colors, LOL!
DeleteLooks a great length styled like this - the fabric is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I do love this fabric, and I think I may have enough left over for a little tank!
Deletevery cute! can't wait to make this tee myself. i've thought of doing a side vent and raising the front hem a couple inches. this will be the perfect top once the weather turns! and yay archer!
ReplyDeleteOooh, that's a great idea! I wanted to do the partially tucked in look like so many people have been doing, but since I left it so long, it's just too much fabric.
DeleteI thought you'd be glad to know I'm finally boarding the Archer Train!
I'm glad someone else just wings it with length when they're too lazy to measure :)
ReplyDeleteDigging your bag by the way!
Thanks, Libby! I just got it, and I love it too! It's the Greta satchel by Hobo :-)
DeleteReallly cute! I'm so excited to see your Archer shirt! It's going to be fab!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sonja! I've got my fingers crossed that I won't have to do any adjustments on the Archer for my broad back, because I don't know how!
DeleteI love the necklaces you paired with it - you really are the Queen of Accessories!
ReplyDeleteThank you! These are two necklaces I made when I still worked in the jewelry studio. The turquoise beads are vintage, and the red coral is hand knotted on silk thread :-)
DeleteLovely top, I've always been curious about linen knits, are they easy to sew with?
ReplyDeleteThank you! This is my only experience with linen jersey, and I found it really easy to work with. I wish I could find some more!
DeleteAnother beautiful item Gail and I love seeing your smiling face!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tracey!
DeleteThis is a lovely top. The style looks really good with jeans and the colours of the print are gorgeous. Love the double necklaces too.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sam! I also want to try this top with red pants :-)
DeleteI love this fabric! Perfect weekend outfit.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kelly!
DeleteOoooh love that fabric! And linen knit is my new favorite thing! Sad this is sold out :(
ReplyDeleteI'm sad it's sold out too - I would totally buy more! If you have a source for linen knits, let me know - I'm really liking it!
DeleteNicely done Gail. The fabric is lovely - great print and colours in you. Because of my recent blogging hiatus I had totally missed this free pattern. Good to know it's out there.
ReplyDeleteYou know, it reminds me of the kind of tee shirts I used to wear in the '90s - very oversized. I really like it though, and have plans for a few more! It got hot again for a while after I made this, but I think it's finally starting to be fall, so I should get to it!
DeleteI'm so sad this fabric is no longer available! It's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm hoping they might bring it back - seems like they do that sometimes!
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