Have you ever found yourself in a transitional period? Well that’s where I currently am in my life. After spending 3 years in Texas I found myself having to pack all my things up and putting them in storage as I figure out my next season. Packing up means including my entire sewing room and not having access to any of my things.
However no matter the situation as a creator I am always going to need to create. So now I am adapting my methods and doing more of a slow sew process to still make beautiful things. I have to strategize how I can use or draft patterns, my cutting layout and techniques in my process.
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I saw this gorgeous tie dye sweatshirt knit and knew I wanted to make a sweatshirt set to keep me comfortable whether sitting in the house or running errands. I love the weight and softness of this fabric as it feels like a comfy blanket, so comfortable on the skin. Fabric Mart also has great notions and it saved me a trip to the store to get matching thread and drawstring elastic to finish my project.
I used Patterns by Dee, Sassy Sweats highlighting a black indie pattern designer for black history month. This is such a chic take on a classic sweatshirt set and really elevates the look.
Since I didn’t have access to my serger I created welt seams which helped create a clean inside and giving this cool textured look to the outside. I have seen this method on sweatshirts before and I think this is a clever way to finish my set. I also opted for the drawstring elastic to save time as well to help finish the waistband as it did call for elastic and a drawcord. It was very convenient to be able to get all the notions I needed at the same time as my fabric. While my pace is a little bit slower I can sure appreciate the process more of a slower sew to make my temporary sewing set up work for me.
JASMINE | @sewmuchjazz
What a cute outfit! Great that you were still able to make something while you are in a state of flux - sewing is soothing and useful, too!
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