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| Uneven miter - inside |
It's such a pleasure to have some time in my sewing studio again. But I notice that I'm not quite ready to leap into anything complicated. The
garish PJs were a nice warm up, using two TNT patterns.
Today I began another Liberty top, certainly a TNT as well. This time I am using a lovely, soft, cooperative cotton shirting from Gail K. It has that shot weave - white on the warp; black on the weft. The result is a crisp gray color.
Making something with this fabric reminds why I love, love, love to sew. For example, sweet little near-perfect mitered corners are possible, even predictable. Though I've used Linda Lee's miter technique for many years now, I still have to sit back and marvel at how beautifully it works.
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| Uneven miter - outside |
I did make one adjustment in the pattern just to give it a little something different. I'm trying out the double collar from the Now-And-Zen pattern, (also from the Sewing Workshop - TSW). It isn't morphing perfectly, so I'm not sure it will work in the end. But what a pretty, face-framing collar that is! Almost as nice as the mitered corners.
Lastly, as I ease into more complicated projects, I have a little eco-dye brewing. India Flint suggested putting such projects in glass containers so that the color can be enjoyed as it develops. This jar contains white linen, some red onion, a little pomegranate peal, and vinegar.
I do hope your thread work is happily settling into this new year too.
That mitre technique is one I've been dying to try - so gorgeous! Fascinated to see how the eco-dye process turns out!
ReplyDeleteTwo really interesting projects! Can't wait to see both when they are finished! Those metered orders are exquisite
ReplyDeleteThat linen is going to be gorgeous! Is it a special kind of linen, or a 100% linen you can find at a fabric store?
ReplyDeleteThat linen is going to be gorgeous! Is it a special kind of linen, or a 100% linen you can find at a fabric store?
ReplyDeleteBJ - thanks. It is cotton shirting, like a very soft man's shirt.
DeleteWhat a fun dying project! Those mitered corners are PERFECTION! I'm trying to ease back into the sewing room too, but time has been limited. ARG!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful mitered corner! I wish I could do as well.
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